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Discord vs Microsoft Teams
Our Verdict
Based on ratings, features, pricing, and capabilities, Discord edges ahead in this comparison. Discord scores higher on user ratings and overall feature set.
Feature
Discord
Microsoft Teams
Rating
⭐ 4.8/5
⭐ 4.6/5
Free Plan
Starting Price
$2.99/mo
$6/mo
Monthly Visits
350.0M
310.0M
API Support
Open Source
AI Capabilities
Mobile App
Desktop App
Browser Extension
Integrations
6 apps
6 apps
Team Size
ENTERPRISE
ENTERPRISE
Discord Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lowest latency audio voice channels on the internet
- 100% free with unlimited message history and zero user caps
- The primary home of the global AI and gaming creator communities
Cons
- Not designed for traditional corporate enterprise document management
- Server organization can feel chaotic in massive 50,000+ member servers
Microsoft Teams Pros & Cons
Pros
- Included with Microsoft 365 business licenses for incredible enterprise value
- Flawless real-time co-authoring on Office documents directly inside meetings
- Highest enterprise security and compliance standards (HIPAA, FedRAMP, SOC2)
Cons
- Desktop app can be resource-intensive compared to lighter clients
- Guest access management across external organizations can be rigid
Discord Key Features
- Low-Latency Voice & Video Channels
- Server Categorization with Custom Roles and Permissions
- Go Live Screen Streaming in 4K 60fps
- Discord Bot API Ecosystem
Microsoft Teams Key Features
- Video Meetings for up to 1,000 Participants
- Copilot AI Real-Time Meeting Summaries & Action Items
- Native Co-Authoring on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Together Mode Virtual Stage View