Twist
For teams who believe there’s more to work than keeping up with group chat.
Overview
Twist is a team chat app from the makers of Todoist that prioritizes calm, organized, and asynchronous communication. Unlike real-time, all-at-once chat apps, Twist organizes conversations into clear, topic-based threads. This structure is designed to prevent important information from getting buried and to allow team members to catch up on their own time without feeling pressured to be constantly online.
✨ Key Features
- Thread-based conversations
- Channels for broad topics
- Direct Messaging
- Inbox for tracking relevant threads
- Powerful search
- Time off status to pause notifications
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strictly thread-based, asynchronous communication model
- Focus on calm, organized work
- Clean, minimalist interface
Unique Value: Provides a structured, thread-first communication platform that promotes focused, asynchronous work, helping teams collaborate effectively across time zones without the pressure of real-time chat.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Design teams discussing feedback on a specific project
- Content teams collaborating on an article from draft to publication
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Teams that require constant, real-time communication (e.g., live support)
- Organizations that prefer a single, all-in-one app with video and calling
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike the chaotic, real-time nature of Slack, Twist's threaded model ensures conversations are organized and easy to follow, making it a knowledge base by default.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Pro tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: 1 month of comments & messages
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