Discord vs Element
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Team Communication Tools. Last verified June 17, 2026.
The short answer
Discord ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #11) for Remote and hybrid teams choosing a messaging and collaboration platform. Superior voice channels and community features for conversational teams.
At a glance
| Discord | Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Team Communication Tools | #11 / The 11 Best Team Communication Tools |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.7 | 7 |
| Best for | Teams needing always-on voice chat | Privacy-first teams needing decentralization |
| Pricing | $ ($3 to $10/user/mo) | $ ($2 to $5/user/mo) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | London, UK |
| Founded | 2015 | 2017 |
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