Element vs Tandem

Element Decentralized, end-to-end encrypted messaging client built on the Matrix protocol.

CommunicationFreeOpen Source

Tandem Virtual coworking app that shows teammate availability and enables instant audio/video calls.

Quick Facts

ElementCompanyTandem

2016Year Launched2019

FreePricing ModelFreemium

YesOpen SourceNo

CommunicationCategoryCommunication

macOS, Windows, LinuxPlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Element

CompanyElement

Year Launched2016

Pricing ModelFree

Open SourceYes

CategoryCommunication

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Linux

Tandem

CompanyTandem

Year Launched2019

Pricing ModelFreemium

Open SourceNo

CategoryCommunication

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Element

Free

Open Source: Free/One-time

Tandem

Freemium

Free: $0/monthly

Pro: Custom/monthly per seat

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