Twist
Team Communication · Free · since 2017
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Twist is a async communication tool from Doist that organizes conversations into threads, not a firehose. It handles threads, async-first, channels, and integrations, and it's best suited for remote teams wanting async-first communication. It has been around since 2017, giving it a 9-year head start in building out integrations and refining the product.
The free plan is free for 1 month history — enough for most people to evaluate whether it fits. Paid plans start at $6/user/mo, which unlocks the full feature set. It's designed for small teams, striking a balance between simplicity and collaboration features.
pros
- Threaded replies keep side conversations from cluttering the main channel
- Includes Async-First as a core feature, purpose-built for team communication workflows
- Free for 1 month history — generous enough for most small teams to get real work done
- Includes channels alongside the core feature set — fewer separate tools needed
cons
- Free plan exists but key features are locked behind the paid upgrade
- Fewer built-in features means you may need additional tools to cover gaps
- Notification overload is a real problem as the number of channels grows
- Limited team/admin features if your organization eventually scales up
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