Compare Slack and Trello 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (54.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
Free
Slack
Star Rating
(38,333)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
Browse all 4 pricing plansTrello
Star Rating
(13,981)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (54.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Slack excels in facilitating team communication, with users praising its structured channels that keep conversations organized and easy to follow. This real-time collaboration feature is highlighted as a major advantage, making it a go-to tool for teams looking to streamline their communication.
- Users say Trello stands out for its simplicity and visual appeal, with many appreciating the intuitive board and card system that allows for quick updates and easy tracking of project progress. Reviewers mention that the instant card creation feature is particularly useful for task assignment and management.
- According to verified reviews, Slack's integration capabilities are a significant strength, allowing users to connect with various tools seamlessly. This integration enhances productivity by centralizing communication and project management, as noted by users who have successfully integrated Slack with other platforms like Procore.
- Reviewers mention that while Trello is a great project management tool, it sometimes struggles to meet specific workflow needs, with some users noting configuration challenges. However, its drag-and-drop functionality and colorful interface help turn chaotic tasks into manageable projects.
- G2 reviewers highlight that both tools offer strong support, but Slack edges out with slightly higher ratings in quality of support. Users appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of Slack's support team, which can be crucial for teams relying on timely assistance.
- Users report that Trello is particularly favored by small businesses, with a significant portion of its user base coming from this segment. Its free entry-level pricing makes it an attractive option for startups and smaller teams looking for effective project management without a financial commitment.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Slack
Free
$0.00
For teams wanting to try out Slack for an unlimited period of time
- Searchable message archives, up to 10k of your team’s most recent messages
- 10 apps or service integrations
- Native apps for iOS, Android, Mac & Windows Desktop
Trello
Free
Free
Capture your to-dos, get organized, and get things done.
- Unlimited cards
- Up to 10 boards per Workspace
- Quickly Capture to-dos from email, Slack, and Teams
Free Trial
Slack
Free Trial is available
Trello
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
31,248
8.8
11,857
Ease of Use
9.2
32,191
9.0
11,939
Ease of Setup
9.2
8,555
9.1
3,312
Ease of Admin
8.9
5,091
8.9
3,058
Quality of Support
8.8
21,746
8.5
7,455
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
4,569
8.9
2,471
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
30,552
8.1
11,500
Features by Category
Business Instant Messaging
9.1
13945
Not enough data
9.0
14494
Not enough data
8.6
13786
Not enough data
Business Instant Messaging
8.5
10235
Not enough data
8.1
9561
Not enough data
Business Instant Messaging
9.1
13665
Not enough data
9.2
13285
Not enough data
9.0
11828
Not enough data
Generative AI - Business Instant Messaging
7.6
1508
Not enough data
AI - Business Instant Messaging
7.5
1492
Not enough data
7.9
1496
Not enough data
7.4
1474
Not enough data
7.4
1475
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Business Instant Messaging
7.7
902
Not enough data
7.7
889
Not enough data
Setup
9.1
689
Not enough data
8.9
678
Not enough data
8.7
661
Not enough data
8.9
696
Not enough data
Management
9.0
672
Not enough data
8.7
654
Not enough data
8.9
668
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.8
573
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
7.8
292
Not enough data
8.0
288
Not enough data
8.2
297
Not enough data
8.0
294
Not enough data
8.0
293
Not enough data
8.0
293
Not enough data
8.1
294
Not enough data
Account Options
9.2
288
Not enough data
8.4
282
Not enough data
8.7
278
Not enough data
8.7
281
Not enough data
9.0
288
Not enough data
8.9
285
Not enough data
Q&A Tools
9.1
289
Not enough data
9.1
285
Not enough data
9.1
291
Not enough data
8.7
278
Not enough data
9.1
285
Not enough data
8.9
282
Not enough data
8.6
274
Not enough data
8.9
277
Not enough data
8.5
274
Not enough data
Knowledge Pages
8.5
350
Not enough data
8.3
349
Not enough data
8.2
341
Not enough data
8.1
336
Not enough data
8.0
332
Not enough data
8.4
336
Not enough data
Knowledge Dissemination
8.2
326
Not enough data
8.8
335
Not enough data
9.0
340
Not enough data
9.0
337
Not enough data
8.4
336
Not enough data
8.3
325
Not enough data
8.7
340
Not enough data
8.7
326
Not enough data
8.6
322
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Knowledge Base
8.0
205
Not enough data
8.0
207
Not enough data
7.9
205
Not enough data
Login Options
9.1
773
Not enough data
8.5
748
Not enough data
Productivity
8.0
737
Not enough data
8.3
741
Not enough data
8.6
746
Not enough data
7.9
719
Not enough data
7.9
717
Not enough data
Customization
8.6
741
Not enough data
9.0
756
Not enough data
8.7
727
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Unified Workspaces
7.5
419
Not enough data
7.6
416
Not enough data
Task Creation
Not enough data
9.1
1742
Not enough data
8.9
1741
Not enough data
9.3
1753
Not enough data
8.3
1403
Task Management
Not enough data
8.9
1733
Not enough data
9.1
1742
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
1460
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.1
180
Compatibility
9.1
97
Not enough data
9.1
101
Not enough data
9.0
94
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Enterprise Search Software
8.7
65
Not enough data
8.6
61
Not enough data
9.0
63
Not enough data
8.8
63
Not enough data
8.8
63
Not enough data
8.9
61
Not enough data
Search Queries
8.9
97
Not enough data
9.2
95
Not enough data
8.8
93
Not enough data
9.1
94
Not enough data
9.0
94
Not enough data
AI powered search - Enterprise Search Software
9.3
28
Not enough data
9.3
29
Not enough data
9.2
28
Not enough data
Functionality
9.0
94
Not enough data
9.0
93
Not enough data
9.2
99
Not enough data
Compatibility - Enterprise Search Software
9.5
32
Not enough data
9.4
30
Not enough data
9.3
30
Not enough data
Functionality - Enterprise Search Software
9.4
31
Not enough data
9.4
30
Not enough data
9.6
33
Not enough data
Search Queries - Enterprise Search Software
9.5
30
Not enough data
9.4
28
Not enough data
9.3
31
Not enough data
9.5
31
Not enough data
Automation
8.8
1231
Not enough data
8.8
1188
Not enough data
8.5
1163
Not enough data
Administration
8.8
1187
Not enough data
8.7
1141
Not enough data
9.4
1256
Not enough data
Project management
8.7
1171
Not enough data
8.5
1126
Not enough data
8.6
1150
Not enough data
8.5
1135
Not enough data
8.6
1135
Not enough data
8.3
1102
Not enough data
8.3
1131
Not enough data
Workload
8.4
1088
Not enough data
8.8
1149
Not enough data
8.6
1099
Not enough data
8.5
1093
Not enough data
Communication & Collaboration
9.3
1514
Not enough data
9.0
1238
Not enough data
9.4
1337
Not enough data
Cost Management
8.1
1078
Not enough data
8.2
1079
Not enough data
8.1
1072
Not enough data
Integration
8.6
1151
Not enough data
8.4
1082
Not enough data
8.4
1079
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.6
1027
Not enough data
7.7
1027
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Work Management
7.7
528
Not enough data
7.8
522
Not enough data
8.1
531
Not enough data
7.9
524
Not enough data
Communication
9.4
1198
Not enough data
9.3
1188
Not enough data
8.9
1066
Not enough data
8.9
1052
Not enough data
9.1
1059
Not enough data
Content & Documents
9.2
1112
Not enough data
8.9
1053
Not enough data
8.7
1074
Not enough data
8.2
1015
Not enough data
Controls
8.3
1000
Not enough data
8.1
992
Not enough data
8.7
1007
Not enough data
8.4
1013
Not enough data
8.2
980
Not enough data
Project Management
8.4
1006
Not enough data
8.4
986
Not enough data
8.5
1005
Not enough data
8.7
998
Not enough data
Remote Collaboration
9.0
1011
Not enough data
8.7
979
Not enough data
9.0
1000
Not enough data
7.9
967
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.3
936
Not enough data
7.4
935
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
7.6
448
Not enough data
7.7
453
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Audio Conferencing
7.6
289
Not enough data
7.7
289
Not enough data
Action Item Detection - AI Note-taking Software
9.4
21
Not enough data
9.5
21
Not enough data
Automatic Transcription - AI Note-taking Software
9.7
22
Not enough data
Collaboration & Sharing - AI Note-taking Software
9.6
21
Not enough data
Language & Accent Support - AI Note-taking Software
9.5
22
Not enough data
Multi-Platform Integration - AI Note-taking Software
9.1
22
Not enough data
Privacy & Security Controls - AI Note-taking Software
9.3
23
Not enough data
Searchable Note Archives - AI Note-taking Software
9.1
20
Not enough data
Speaker Identification - AI Note-taking Software
9.5
22
Not enough data
Knowledge Base
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Communication
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Slack and Trello share no categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Slack
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Trello
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
15.3%
Information Technology and Services
13.1%
Marketing and Advertising
8.7%
Internet
4.7%
Financial Services
3.3%
Other
54.9%
Computer Software
12.0%
Information Technology and Services
11.4%
Marketing and Advertising
9.3%
Education Management
4.3%
Internet
3.6%
Other
59.3%
Discussions
How do I delete a channel in slack?
47 Comments
CH
Since this has already been answered, my $0.02 is that you should always archive channels rather than delete them for posterity and/or auditing purposes.Read more
What does slack software do?
28 Comments
RR
Slack is messaging and communication platform which allow an individual for video and audio calls and many more.Read more
Can I use trello offline?
14 Comments
KS
You can update your status offline but it won't reflect on other person's profile. To let them know you have to be online.Read more
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