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Chatwork vs Flock

Chatwork logo

Chatwork

Communication

Group chat for global teams, built to replace email with real-time communication

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Flock logo

Flock

Communication

Organized team communication platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Chatwork free plan limited to 100 users; Flock the Starter plan only makes the most recent 10,000 messages searchable and caps public channels at 10
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Chatwork and Flock actually diverge.

Attributes where Chatwork and Flock differ
AttributeChatworkFlock
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
PlatformsWebWeb, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android
FoundedUnknown2014

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Communication).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Chatwork

Nothing recorded that Flock does not also cover.

Only in Flock

  • Team chat
  • Channels
  • Threads
  • File sharing
  • Polls
  • Integrations
  • Mobile apps
  • Slack

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Chatwork

  • Team communication and collaborationnot Flock

Flock

  • Team messaging with channels, direct messages and file sharingnot Chatwork
  • Running polls, to-dos and reminders inside a chat workspacenot Chatwork
  • Video conferencing and screen sharing for small teamsnot Chatwork

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Chatwork

  • Free plan limited to 100 users
  • Free plan message history limited to last 40 days
  • Standard plan pricing: $7/month annual or $8.40/month monthly

Flock

  • The Starter plan only makes the most recent 10,000 messages searchable and caps public channels at 10
  • Starter storage is 5 GB for the entire team, against 10 GB per member on Pro and 20 GB per member on Enterprise
  • Starter allows a single team admin and a single approved domain
  • Group video calls and screen sharing require the Pro plan; Starter is limited to 1-1 video calls
  • Group video calls are capped at 20 participants even on Enterprise
  • Single Sign-On and Active Directory sync are Enterprise only
  • Enterprise is quote only, with no published rate, and is positioned for organisations with 100 or more members
  • Unlimited auto-join and announcement channels require Enterprise; Starter and Pro get one of each

Pricing, plan by plan

Chatwork

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Secure messaging
    • Unlimited group chats
    • 1:1 video calls
  • Standard$7/month
    • All Free features
    • Unlimited message history
    • Group video calls

Flock

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited chats
    • Channels
    • File sharing
  • Pro$5/month
    • Everything in Free
    • Advanced search
    • API access

Which should you pick?

Choose Chatwork if

  • You want to start without paying.
Chatwork review

Choose Flock if

  • You need team chat.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android.
  • You also want channels.
Flock review

Questions people ask

Is Chatwork or Flock better?
Neither clearly leads. Chatwork starts at Free and Flock at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Chatwork or Flock?
Chatwork starts at Free and Flock at Free.
Does Chatwork or Flock run on more platforms?
Chatwork runs on Web. Flock runs on Web, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android.
Can I use Chatwork for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Chatwork best used for?
Chatwork is most often used for team communication and collaboration. Of those, team communication and collaboration is not what Flock is typically brought in for.
What can Chatwork do that Flock cannot?
Flock covers Team chat, Channels, Threads, File sharing.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Chatwork: How much does Chatwork cost?

Chatwork is free for up to 100 users. The Standard plan costs $7 per month with annual subscription or $8.40 per month with monthly subscription for unlimited users.

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Flock: Does Flock offer a free plan?

Yes, Flock's Starter plan is free and supports teams with 1-20 members, including 10,000 searchable messages and 5 GB storage.

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Chatwork: What is the limit on the Chatwork free plan?

The free plan supports up to 100 users and limits message history to the last 40 days. It includes secure messaging, unlimited group chats, 1:1 video calls, 10GB storage per organization, and task management.

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Flock: What does Flock's Pro plan include?

The Pro plan supports teams with 20-100 members and offers unlimited messages, 10 GB per team member storage, and a 30-day free trial with no credit card required.

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Chatwork: What does the Chatwork Standard plan add?

The Standard plan ($7-8.40/month) adds unlimited message history, group video calls, 10GB storage per user instead of per organization, advanced search, dedicated support, user management controls, and CSV contact import.

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Flock: How does Flock charge for external guests?

External guests are free for 90 days from date of invitation. After 90 days, guests are charged at the same rate as other team members.

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