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# Compare Symphony Communication vs Zulip

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> Detailed comparison between Symphony Communication and Zulip. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Symphony Communication | Zulip |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.9/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 20 | 196 |
| **Starting Price** | US$15.00 | US$6.67 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | No |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep) | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Documentation, Videos | Documentation |

## Best for

### Symphony Communication

Symphony Communication software is designed for the financial services industry. Trusted by over ½ millions users and 1,000 institutions, including 10/10 of the world's largest investment banks.

### Zulip

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## Key features

### Symphony Communication

- @mentions
- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Alerts/Notifications
- Chat/Messaging
- Collaboration Tools
- Communication Management
- Contact Management
- Discussions/Forums
- File Sharing
- File Transfer
- Mobile Access
- Real-Time Chat
- Real-Time Notifications
- Reporting & Statistics
- Screen Sharing
- Single Sign On
- Third-Party Integrations
- Transcripts/Chat History
- Video Conferencing

### Zulip

- @mentions
- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Alerts/Notifications
- Chat/Messaging
- Collaboration Tools
- Communication Management
- Contact Management
- Discussions/Forums
- File Sharing
- File Transfer
- Mobile Access
- Real-Time Chat
- Real-Time Notifications
- Reporting & Statistics
- Screen Sharing
- Single Sign On
- Third-Party Integrations
- Transcripts/Chat History
- Video Conferencing

## Links

- [View Symphony Communication Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/148219/symphony)
- [View Zulip Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/197945/zulip)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/148219/197945/symphony/vs/zulip)

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