Element vs. Microsoft Teams (legacy): eine gute Linux-Alternative?

Element als Linux-Alternative zu Microsoft Teams (legacy)

Aktualisiert am 25. Oktober 2026

Unser Fazit

Element is a solid replacement for Microsoft Teams (legacy) if your organization values open standards, self-hosting, and end-to-end encryption. It supports persistent chat rooms, real-time video conferencing, and file sharing, making it suitable for team collaboration. However, it lacks native integration with Microsoft 365 tools like Outlook and SharePoint. Best for teams already using or willing to adopt Matrix, especially those prioritizing privacy and cross-platform compatibility over seamless Microsoft ecosystem integration.

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Lizenz: AGPL-3.0-only OR GPL-3.0-only
Preis: Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version: 1.12.32 (16. Oktober 2026)
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Was gleich funktioniert

Persistent, topic-based chat rooms for team organization
Real-time audio and video conferencing with screen sharing
Cross-platform support including Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS
File sharing with version history in rooms
Custom notifications and @mentions for attention management

Was anders ist

No native calendar or contact list integration — requires external tools
No direct compatibility with Microsoft 365 or Outlook
Bot ecosystem is smaller and less enterprise-focused than Teams
Federation model means users can connect across servers, but adds complexity
No built-in transcription or AI features found in modern Teams

Ihre Microsoft Teams (legacy)-Dateien öffnen

Element allows uploading and downloading files directly in rooms, preserving version history, but does not natively open or convert Microsoft Teams-specific formats like .tmsg or exported chat logs. Files shared in Teams (e.g., Word, Excel) can be viewed in Element if the user has compatible Linux applications like LibreOffice. There is no automated migration path for chat history or file metadata from Teams to Element.

Von Microsoft Teams (legacy) zu Element wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

Set up a self-hosted Matrix server or choose a hosted provider
Invite team members and create dedicated rooms per project or team
Migrate important files by uploading them to relevant rooms
Integrate bots for notifications or automation from the Element store
Train users on room management, notifications, and file handling

Wichtige Funktionen von Element

End‑to‑Ende verschlüsselter Chat und Anrufe
Persistente Räume mit unbegrenzter Historie
Anpassbare Benachrichtigungen und Schlüsselwort‑Alarme
Bot‑Integrationen über den Element‑Store
Matrix‑Federation für serverübergreifende Kommunikation
Bildschirmfreigabe und WebRTC‑Videokonferenzen
Desktop- und Mobile‑Clients teilen dasselbe Konto
Wayland‑Support via Flatpak

Element unter Linux installieren

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Häufige Fragen

Can Element replace Teams for daily stand-ups and video meetings?

Yes, Element supports reliable WebRTC-based video calls with screen sharing, making it suitable for daily meetings. Performance is comparable, though it lacks background blur or live transcription.

Can we federate with other companies using Element?

Yes, thanks to Matrix federation, your team can communicate with other Matrix servers just like email, enabling cross-organization collaboration without central control.

Is Element suitable for large enterprises?

It can be, especially if you self-host and manage users via Synapse or another Matrix server. However, it lacks some enterprise tooling like centralized policy management found in Teams.