Element vs Webex

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

CommunicationFreeOpen Source

Webex Enterprise video conferencing and team collaboration platform with meeting rooms and messaging.

Quick Facts

ElementCompanyCisco

2016Year Launched1995

FreePricing ModelFreemium

YesOpen SourceNo

CommunicationCategoryCommunication

macOS, Windows, LinuxPlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Element

CompanyElement

Year Launched2016

Pricing ModelFree

Open SourceYes

CategoryCommunication

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Linux

Webex

CompanyCisco

Year Launched1995

Pricing ModelFreemium

Open SourceNo

CategoryCommunication

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Element

Free

Open Source: Free/One-time

Webex

Freemium

Free: $0/monthly

Pro: Custom/monthly per seat

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