Detailed comparison across 10 dimensions
Discord and Zoom score closely across Staquest's six weighted dimensions, with no decisive overall winner. Both offer a free tier. Paid plans start at $2.99/mo for Discord and $16.99/mo for Zoom.
| Overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Company | Discord Inc. | Zoom Video Communications |
| Free Tier | ||
| Has API | ||
| Open Source | ||
| Learning Curve | - | - |
| Integration | - | - |
| Trending | Stable | Stable |
| GitHub Stars | - | - |
| Industries | DevelopmentMarketingDesign | DevelopmentMarketingDesignMedia & EntertainmentAI & Machine LearningSales & CRM |
| Categories | communication | communicationvideo-conferencing |
| Website | Visit | Visit |
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| Feature | discord | zoom |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Free Server Boosts Plus 30% Off Extra Boosts | ||
| 10Gb Cloud Recording | ||
| Ability To Join Up To 200 Servers | ||
| 15Gb Cloud Storage | ||
| Custom Profile Themes, Banners, And Animated Avatars | ||
| 30-Hour Meeting Duration | ||
| Custom Video Backgrounds | ||
| 40-Minute Meeting Limit | ||
| Hd Video Streaming (Up To 4K And 60Fps) | ||
| Advanced Administrative Tools | ||
| Includes All Features From Nitro Basic | ||
| Ai Companion | ||
| Increased File Upload Limit (50 Mb) | ||
| Dedicated Support | ||
| Increased File Upload Limit (500 Mb) | ||
| Everything In Basic | ||
| Longer Messages (Up To 4,000 Characters) | ||
| Everything In Business | ||
| Nitro Badge On Your Profile | ||
| Everything In Pro | ||
| Use Custom Emojis And Stickers Anywhere | ||
| Managed Domains | ||
| Single Sign-On (Sso) | ||
| Team Chat | ||
| Unlimited Participants | ||
| Unlimited Regional Phone | ||
| Up To 100 Participants | ||
| Up To 300 Participants | ||
| Whiteboards |
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Discord's paid plans start at $2.99/mo and Zoom's start at $16.99/mo, so Discord is the lower entry price. Check the pricing comparison for higher tiers and per-seat costs.
Both Discord and Zoom offer a free tier.
Discord scores higher on pricing value in Staquest's analysis. It is the highest-weighted dimension in this comparison.
