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| Attribute | Slack | Loom |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tool | tool |
| Summary | Slack AI is a workplace messaging platform with integrated AI features for remote teams. Search conversations, summarize threads, and automate workflows in one centralized hub. | Loom video messaging enables remote teams to replace synchronous meetings with asynchronous screen recordings, reducing calendar load and improving async communication workflows. |
| Pricing | freemium · See vendor site — sample data | freemium · See vendor site — sample data |
| Free trial | No / not listed | No / not listed |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | No |
| Editor rating | — | — |
| Categories | Communication, Team Collaboration, Workplace Tools | Communication, Productivity, Async Collaboration |
| Key features | AI-powered search and thread summaries to find and digest past conversations · Channels, direct messages, and threaded replies for organized async communication · Workflow Builder for no-code automation of messages, notifications, and approvals · 2,000+ native integrations and API for custom apps and bots · Slack Connect for secure external collaboration with partners and vendors | Screen and webcam recording with simultaneous capture · Auto-generated transcripts for searchability (verify current language support on vendor site) · Timestamp-based commenting for async discussion · Integration with Slack, Teams, Gmail, Notion, and other platforms · Customizable video player with branding options (verify on vendor site for plan availability) |
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