LINE WORKS alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave LINE WORKS: mainly relevant where LINE is popular, and free plan has only 5 GB of shared storage. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces LINE WORKS, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Chatwork currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Slack	Free plan + paid	No	Web, Windows, macOS +3	3 of 3	59.4
2	Zoho Cliq	Free plan + paid	No	Web, Windows, macOS +3	4 of 4	55.3

1. SlackTop pick
Best for: Companies that want the largest integration ecosystem for chat
Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
59.4
score / 100
Why switch from LINE WORKS
Global standard for office team chat with many integrations.
Pros
Huge integration ecosystem
Polished threads and huddles
Shared channels with other companies
Cons
Free plan hides older message history
Costs rise quickly per seat
Visit Slack Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.369
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.15100
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Slack a good LINE WORKS alternative?
Verified facts
3 of 3 verified
Free plan
Yes, with limited history
Checked Oct 24, 2026slack.com(opens source in a new tab)
Owner
Salesforce
Checked Oct 24, 2026slack.com(opens source in a new tab)
Platforms
Web, desktop, mobile
Checked Oct 24, 2026slack.com(opens source in a new tab)
2. Zoho Cliq
Best for: Businesses on Zoho apps and teams that want low-cost chat with bots and automation
Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
55.3
score / 100
Why switch from LINE WORKS
Low-cost chat inside the broader Zoho suite.
Pros
Free edition with messaging and meetings
Strong bot and automation platform
Deep integration with Zoho's business apps
Cons
Interface feels busier than Slack
Professional and Enterprise need at least 10 users
Third-party integrations trail Slack's catalogue
Visit Zoho Cliq Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.363
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Zoho Cliq a good LINE WORKS alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Free edition
Yes
Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
Free trial
15 days
Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
Minimum users (Professional)
10
Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
External channels
Standard plan and up
Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best LINE WORKS alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Best LINE WORKS alternative for most people

Chatwork

Japanese business chat with tasks and a free plan for up to 100 users.

Best LINE WORKS alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Google Chat

Chat bundled with Google Workspace's calendar and drive.

Best LINE WORKS alternative for Mac

Slack

Global standard for office team chat with many integrations.

Best LINE WORKS alternative for Windows

Zoho Cliq

Low-cost chat inside the broader Zoho suite.

Best LINE WORKS alternative for Linux

Slack

Global standard for office team chat with many integrations.

Best LINE WORKS alternative for iPhone and Android

Microsoft Teams

Suite chat with calendar and files if you move to Microsoft 365.

Best LINE WORKS alternative for working in the browser

Chatwork

Japanese business chat with tasks and a free plan for up to 100 users.

LINE WORKS alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to LINE WORKS?

Chatwork ranks first right now. Japanese business chat with tasks and a free plan for up to 100 users. Google Chat and Slack follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to LINE WORKS?

Yes. Chatwork (free plan + paid), Google Chat (free plan + paid), Slack (free plan + paid) and Zoho Cliq (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to LINE WORKS?

None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which LINE WORKS alternatives work on Linux?

Slack and Zoho Cliq run on Linux.

Why do people switch from LINE WORKS?

The complaints we hear most: mainly relevant where LINE is popular; free plan has only 5 GB of shared storage; english-language pricing shown in yen.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces LINE WORKS, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.