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ChatWork vs Element

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

ChatWork

6.0
Communication

Group chat software

Element

8.0
Communication

Matrix collaboration client

Metric ChatWork Element
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 6.0 8.0
30-day Installs 42 514
90-day Installs 111 1.9K
365-day Installs 395 5.7K
Version 2.21.3 1.12.17
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 70 12.8K
GitHub Forks 10 2.5K
Open Issues 9 3.6K
License NOASSERTION AGPL-3.0
Language PHP TypeScript
Last GitHub Commit 2y ago 1mo ago
First Seen Apr 4, 2016 Jul 17, 2020

Reviews

ChatWork

ChatWork is a user-friendly group chat platform designed for non-techies, offering features like messaging, file sharing, and integration with other platforms. It benefits teams and individuals seeking a simple communication tool.

Enables group chats and communication for teams or individuals.

Pros

  • + Auto-updates ensure the app stays current
  • + User-friendly design suitable for non-techies
  • + Functional group chat features

Cons

  • - Limited recent community engagement
  • - GitHub project focus unclear

Element

Element is a feature-rich Matrix collaboration client offering privacy-focused communication. It supports end-to-end encryption, integrations, and is open-source, benefiting privacy-conscious users and teams.

Element provides a Matrix-based platform for secure messaging, voice calls, and video conferencing.

Pros

  • + End-to-end encryption and privacy focus
  • + Rich features including calls and file sharing
  • + Strong open-source community support

Cons

  • - High number of open issues may indicate instability
  • - Banned in some regions, limiting accessibility