Google Chat

Team messaging for Google Workspace users

Google Chat is a business communication app for direct messages, group discussions and shared team spaces. It suits workplaces that already use Google Workspace and want conversations, file sharing and collaboration tools in one familiar environment. The app is published by Google LLC and uses the package name com.google.android.apps.dynamite.

What it does

Chat separates one-to-one conversations from larger Spaces, giving teams a way to keep project discussions, announcements and ongoing work organised. Its Workspace connections let users share and work with content from services such as Gmail, Drive and Docs without treating every conversation as a separate workflow. Google Meet integration also makes it easier to move from messaging to a call when text is not enough.

• Direct messages for individual or small-group communication
• Spaces for project and team discussions
• Connections with Google Workspace files and services
• Support for selected third-party tools and automated workflows

Useful for busy workspaces

The app is a sensible fit for teams that need searchable conversations, file-based collaboration and a central place for routine updates. Gemini features can help with tasks such as finding information or summarising conversations, although access to some capabilities depends on the Google Workspace plan in use. Teams with many integrations may also find the interface harder to scan as notifications accumulate.

Rating and reach

Google Chat has a 4.45 rating from 331,854 reviews, alongside an install range of 50,000,000+. That combination gives the score more context: it reflects a substantial body of user feedback and broad adoption, rather than a small number of ratings. The result points to an established business messaging app, especially for organisations already committed to Google’s productivity tools.