Slack vs Microsoft Teams: current business pricing
Verified August 20, 2026: Slack and Microsoft. US list prices before tax; regional prices differ.
| Plan | Annual commitment | Monthly option |
|---|---|---|
| Slack Free | $0 | $0 |
| Slack Pro | $7.25 per active user/month | $8.75 per active user/month |
| Slack Business+ | $15 per active user/month | $18 per active user/month |
| Slack Enterprise+ | Contact sales | Contact sales |
| Teams Essentials | $4/user/month | Check Microsoft selector |
| M365 Business Basic with Teams | $7/user/month | Check Microsoft selector |
| M365 Business Basic without Teams | $5.40/user/month | Check Microsoft selector |
Modeled 50-seat comparison
PricePulse model using US annual list prices, 50 active seats, before tax: Slack Pro $362.50/month or $4,350/year; Slack Business+ $750/month or $9,000/year; Teams Essentials $200/month or $2,400/year; Microsoft 365 Business Basic with Teams $350/month or $4,200/year.
Decision
Choose based on the required suite and workflow, not price alone. Teams is not universally included with Microsoft 365, while Discord-like community products are not direct substitutes for business administration and compliance.