Decentralized, end-to-end encrypted messaging platform built on the Matrix protocol.
Element is a team communication platform founded in 2017 with a hiltonsoftware Score of 73/100. Element pricing starts at $5/user/mo (cloud)/month with a free plan available. Element serves 1M+ users and competes with Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Discord in the team communication market. Key Element features include End-to-end encryption, Federation, and Self-hosting. hiltonsoftware.co rates Element 4.2/5 based on user ratings (40%), feature depth (25%), value for money (20%), market presence (10%), and growth trajectory (5%).
Privacy-focused organizations wanting decentralized, federated messaging.
Reviewed by Alex Chen, SaaS & Productivity Analyst. Last updated: March 2026. Pricing verified. Methodology