Google Chat vs Mattermost
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Team Communication Tools. Last verified June 17, 2026.
The short answer
Google Chat ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #6) for Remote and hybrid teams choosing a messaging and collaboration platform. Best for Google Workspace users due to seamless integration.
At a glance
| Google Chat | Mattermost | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / The 11 Best Team Communication Tools | #6 / The 11 Best Team Communication Tools |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.3 | 8 |
| Best for | Teams using Google Workspace | High-security and self-hosted needs |
| Pricing | $ ($6 to $18/user/mo) | $$ ($10/user/mo) |
| HQ | Mountain View, USA | Palo Alto, USA |
| Founded | 2017 | 2016 |
Google Chat
Best for Google Workspace users due to seamless integration.
workspace.google.com/products/chat/Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.