Slack Vs. Glue
You're drowning in hundreds of channels (half of which were created for just one message), struggling to find the conversations that matter, and by the end of the day
You're drowning in hundreds of channels (half of which were created for just one message), struggling to find the conversations that matter, and by the end of the day, you've spent hours in Slack but feel like you’ve accomplished nothing. Sound familiar?
Slack has been the go-to work chat tool for many teams over the last decade, but there hasn't been any innovation in years. We think it's time for some much-needed change.
Glue is built by people who have spent their careers trying to improve how we communicate at work, and we’re passionate about creating a better work chat experience. Glue is a fundamentally different work chat by making threads – topic-based conversations – the core unit of communication.
This means you can focus on resolving specific discussions rather than deciphering what that channel name means. Designed to be both focused and flexible, Glue can adapt as your conversations evolve—so you can spend more time on your work and less time on your work chat.
Here’s why teams are switching to Glue from Slack:
1. Threads Keep Conversations Organized
Glue is built around threads, not channels. Instead of cluttering your workspace with a new channel every time you want to send a message to a certain set of people, Glue lets you start a thread on any topic and send it to any mix of groups (a Glue feature) or individuals. Because the thread is topic-based, it’s also much easier to stay on track and resolve the conversation without it getting lost among other messages in a channel.
2. An Inbox that Helps You Prioritize and Focus
Your personalized inbox ensures that you see the threads that need your attention first, rather than forcing you to scroll through endless messages in various channels. With Glue, you can focus on what matters most and catch up on the rest when it’s convenient.
3. AI that’s Genuinely Useful
AI works best when it can operate within a narrow context, and Glue’s thread-based model is built for this. Unlike Slack, where AI has to sift through disorganized, multi-topic channels, Glue AI can reference and retrieve information more effectively from focused threads. The better the inputs, the better the output.
But Glue AI goes beyond just the search and summarization capabilities of Slack AI. We’re the only platform that allows you to use AI directly with your colleagues, so you can collaborate with AI in real time.
4. Better Value
Glue is a more cost-effective solution than Slack, especially when you factor in AI capabilities. While Slack charges an extra $10 per user per month for its AI features, Glue includes AI in your subscription—no extra fees, no surprises.
Making the Switch to Glue
If you’re tired of feeling the cognitive overload of sifting through Slack channels, we encourage you to test out Glue and feel the nirvana of an inbox-zero work chat. Glue is fundamentally structured differently in a way that Slack will not be able to replicate.
Sign up for a 30-day free trial and let us know what you think! If you need some advice on getting the most out of your trial experience, we’ve got some trial best practices for you.
Pro Tip: You can import your public Slack channels to Glue to retain historical data and jumpstart your workspace.
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