Discord vs Mattermost
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Team Communication Tools (2026). Last verified June 17, 2026.
The short answer
Discord ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #6) for Remote and hybrid teams choosing a messaging and collaboration platform. Superior voice channels and community features for conversational teams.
At a glance
| Discord | Mattermost | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Team Communication Tools (2026) | #6 / The 11 Best Team Communication Tools (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.7 | 8 |
| Best for | Teams needing always-on voice chat | High-security and self-hosted needs |
| Pricing | $ ($3 to $10/user/mo) | $$ ($10/user/mo) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | Palo Alto, USA |
| Founded | 2015 | 2016 |
Discord
Superior voice channels and community features for conversational teams.
discord.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Team Communication Tools (2026)
Mattermost
Top open-source platform for teams needing total data control.
mattermost.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Team Communication Tools (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.