Clubhouse (Revival Edition) is ideal for large-scale audio events and spontaneous public conversations, offering superior audio quality. Slack Huddles is better suited for smaller, integrated team discussions within the Slack ecosystem, providing screen sharing and tighter integration with workflow tools. The choice depends on the primary use case: large public forums versus team-based collaboration.
| Attribute | Clubhouse (Revival Edition) | Slack Huddles |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time audio interaction quality | Outstanding, with low latency. Offers 'Music Mode' for high-quality stereo sound. Bluetooth headphones can negatively impact sound quality for speakers. | Audio quality can depend on the user's setup; Slack provides settings for microphone preferences, including noise suppression and automatic gain control. |
| Ease of initiating spontaneous conversations | Allows users to spontaneously jump into conversations. Chat rooms form spontaneously, and users can 'raise their hand' to participate. | Designed for quick, informal discussions; start a huddle with one click from any channel or DM. |
| Integration with existing workflow tools | Integrates with CI/CD platforms via APIs, enabling custom workflows, including integration with Slack. | Integrated into the Slack ecosystem; integrations with project management tools like Jira, Asana, and Trello are possible. |
| Screen sharing capabilities | Does not have screen sharing capabilities. | Up to two people can share their screens simultaneously; anyone can expand a shared screen or draw on it. |
| Participant limit per session | Audience size can accommodate up to 1 million listeners. Speaker limit may be around 17. | Free plan: maximum of two participants; Paid plans: up to 50 participants. |
| Availability of recording and playback | Original Clubhouse conversations were only available live, with no replay option. Third-party apps like Clubdeck allow recording with proper permissions. | No built-in recording feature; third-party integrations like Notta and Recall.ai can be used. |
| Noise cancellation and audio clarity | Can suffer from ambient noise with built-in microphones. External microphones and proper audio setups are recommended. | Offers a noise suppression feature; third-party apps like Krisp and IRIS Clarity can be integrated for better noise cancellation. |
| Moderation and access control features | Moderators can invite audience members to speak and have tools to manage discussions. Reporting feature to block disruptive users. | Hosts can disable a participant's camera; set permissions to determine who can share their screen or speak. |
| Mobile app functionality and usability | Allows members to connect, view statements, make reservations, and book activities. | Available on the Slack mobile app. |
| Desktop app functionality and usability | Third-party desktop clients like Clubdeck exist for Mac and Windows, offering features like improved audio, room management, and the ability to use professional microphones. | Available on the Slack desktop app; screen sharing and drawing on shared screens are supported on the desktop app for Mac and Windows. |
| Pricing model and cost-effectiveness | Pricing for project management software ranges from $5,000 to $42,000 annually, averaging around $31,000. | Free version: two-person limit and a 30-minute time limit; Paid versions: allow unlimited group huddles. |
| Discoverability of active conversations | Discovering relevant conversations can be challenging. Users can follow others to be alerted when they are in a room. | Anyone in the conversation can join; teammates can reference live messaging threads to view conversations and decide whether to join. |