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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (67.3% of reviews)
Small-Business (71.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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Free
Wire
Star Rating
(58)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (67.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
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Browse all 2 pricing plansZulip
Star Rating
(111)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (71.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 7 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Zulip excels in its structured conversation threads, allowing for better organization of discussions compared to Wire's more linear chat format, which some find less efficient for tracking multiple topics.
- Reviewers mention that Zulip's notification system is highly customizable, with options for prioritizing messages, while users on G2 note that Wire's notifications can sometimes be overwhelming and less tailored to individual preferences.
- G2 users highlight Zulip's robust search functionality, which allows for easy retrieval of past conversations and files, whereas users report that Wire's search capabilities, while decent, do not match the depth and efficiency of Zulip's.
- Reviewers say that Zulip's ease of setup is a significant advantage, with many praising its straightforward onboarding process, while users mention that Wire's setup can be more complex, requiring additional support for new users.
- Users say that Wire shines in its audio and video conferencing features, with many reviewers praising the quality and reliability of these tools, while Zulip's offerings in this area are seen as lacking in comparison.
- Reviewers mention that Zulip's integrations with other tools are somewhat limited, which can be a drawback for teams relying on a wide range of applications, while users on G2 appreciate Wire's broader integration capabilities, enhancing its versatility in various workflows.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Wire
Wire Cloud
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For organizations requiring the strictest levels of team management and data control.
- Zero Trust - Cloud based
- Data sovereignty
- End-to-end encrypted messaging and conferencing
Zulip
Zulip Coud Free
Free
Best for light use.
- 10,000 messages of search history
- File storage up to 5 GB total
- Complete team chat solution
Free Trial
Wire
No trial information availableZulip
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
42
9.3
100
Ease of Use
8.6
42
8.5
101
Ease of Setup
8.3
11
9.2
75
Ease of Admin
9.2
12
9.1
46
Quality of Support
8.5
38
9.2
79
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
12
9.4
41
Product Direction (% positive)
8.5
39
8.7
99
Features by Category
Business Instant Messaging
8.4
34
8.6
92
8.5
35
8.9
92
8.7
30
8.4
92
Business Instant Messaging
9.1
31
6.4
79
8.9
31
6.1
78
Business Instant Messaging
8.8
34
7.8
90
9.1
31
9.2
89
8.3
22
7.7
79
Generative AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
3.7
48
AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
3.9
46
Not enough data
4.7
49
Not enough data
3.6
45
Not enough data
3.7
45
Agentic AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
3.5
8
Not enough data
3.8
8
Collaboration Tools
8.5
10
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Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Meeting Coordination
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
10
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Verified
Not enough data
Software Type
8.3
11
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Verified
Not enough data
8.9
9
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
10
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Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Video Conferencing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Wire
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Zulip
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
Information Technology and Services
17.3%
Computer Software
7.7%
Design
5.8%
Retail
3.8%
Primary/Secondary Education
3.8%
Other
61.5%
Research
24.8%
Computer Software
16.2%
Higher Education
8.6%
Information Technology and Services
4.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
2.9%
Other
42.9%
Discussions
Can I test Wire Pro with my team for free?
1 Comment
Official Response from Wire
Yes, teams can test Wire Pro for free for 30 days.
You can choose from various pricing plans after your trial periodRead more
What do I need to use Wire?
1 Comment
Official Response from Wire
All you need to use Wire is an internet connection and a device that meets our minimum system requirements.
On desktop (macOS and Windows):
Wire requires...Read more
Which languages does Wire support?
1 Comment
Official Response from Wire
Wire for iOS is available in:
Arabic
Chinese (Simplified and...Read more
Zulip has no more discussions with answers
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