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Ripcord

Paid#56 of 63 in Team Chat Apps

Ripcord: A focused desktop client for Slack and Discord, sold with a one-time license. Ranked #56 of 63 in Team Chat Apps by our editors (3.3/10); pricing: Paid; best for desktop users who need Slack and Discord in one client.

3.3/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
3.3 / 10
Pricing
Paid
Best for
Desktop users who need Slack and Discord in one client
Paid from
$20/unit one-time
Facts checked
23 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Combines Slack and Discord accounts in one interface
- Supports channels, direct and group messages, and file uploads
- One license covers Windows, Mac, and Linux
Where it doesn't
- Desktop-only; no mobile or web deployment
- Collaboration scope is centered on chat rather than broader team work
- Vendor labels the software alpha; listed version dates to 2021

Our verdict on Ripcord

Ripcord is a desktop chat client that brings Slack and Discord into a compact, native-style interface. It is aimed at solo users and small teams who want to keep accounts from both services in one app, particularly desktop users who value tabs, multiple windows, and channel bookmarks. The client supports direct and group messages, public and private channels with permissions, file uploads, notifications, emoji, and Discord voice chat. It is not a replacement for a broader collaboration suite; its role is to consolidate chat access on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

The licensing model is straightforward: according to the vendor's pricing details, Ripcord License costs $20 once, does not expire, and includes one year of free version upgrades. One license covers Windows, Mac, and Linux. The vendor describes Ripcord as shareware: Slack features eventually require a license, while purchasing is optional for people who do not use those features. This can suit an individual seeking a fixed-cost desktop client, though teams should consider that the stated license coverage does not describe per-user team administration or a recurring support plan.

Its main appeal is the combination of two services and Discord voice chat in a single desktop app. That focus also defines the trade-off: deployment is desktop-only, and the listed capabilities center on messaging rather than wider collaboration. The vendor labels the software alpha, and the listed platform downloads are version 0.4.29 dated June 2021, a relevant signal for buyers weighing software maturity. Ripcord makes most sense for desktop-first users who specifically need Slack and Discord together; teams needing mobile access or broader collaboration features should look elsewhere.

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Ripcord pricing

Plans PaidPaid No free plan — trial or paid only. Prices checked 23 Sep 2026.

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Ripcord fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	$20/unit one-time
Channels	Yes
Guest access	Not verified
Message history	Unlimited
Integrations	Slack, Discord
Supported platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux
Maximum members	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Email, Community
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Integrations	2 integrations: Slack, Discord
Pricing	Paid (source)
Website	cancel.fm
Facts checked	23 Sep 2026

Ripcord integrations

Ripcord lists 2 integrations on its own site.

Slack
Discord

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