Slack vs Ghost

Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.

Bottom line: Slack is both cheaper and higher-rated - a strong pick for most teams.

Slack

Industry-standard team messaging and collaboration platform

4.5 / 5From $7/mo
Ghost

Open-source publishing platform for newsletters and membership sites

4.4 / 5From $9/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanSlackGhost
FreeYesNo
Starter$7/mo$9/mo
Pro$12/mo$25/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Slack is cheaper at the Starter tier ($7/mo vs $9/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureSlackGhost
Channels and DMsYes-
Huddles audio and videoYes-
Workflow BuilderYes-
Search across historyYes-
3rd party app integrationsYes-
Newsletter publishing-Yes
Membership and subscriptions-Yes
0% transaction fees-Yes
SEO-optimized-Yes
Self-hosting option-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Slack if you need...

  • +Industry standard team chat
  • +Massive integration ecosystem
  • +Good search
StartupsEnterpriseDevelopersAgencies

Choose Ghost if you need...

  • +No revenue cut
  • +Clean writing experience
  • +Great SEO
  • +Self-host option
Content CreatorsSolopreneursFreelancers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Slack or Ghost?

Slack scores higher in our review (4.5/5 vs 4.4/5). However, Ghost may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Slack cheaper than Ghost?

Yes, Slack is cheaper at the Starter tier ($7/mo).

What is the difference between Slack and Ghost?

Slack focuses on channels and dms and huddles audio and video, while Ghost emphasizes newsletter publishing and membership and subscriptions. Slack is best for Startupss, Enterprises, Developerss, Agenciess, while Ghost suits Content Creatorss, Solopreneurss, Freelancerss.

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