Video conferencing as a category is largely solved technically: call quality, recording, and basic collaboration are commodified. The real differentiators now are integration with your team's primary work hub (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Slack), advanced features like AI meeting notes, and pricing for large all-hands or external calls. Editor's pick Read our hand-curated buyer's guide: Best Video Conferencing Software → In-depth analysis with named leaders, real pricing, and decision framework. The ranked list below shows the top 10 of the 64 tools we evaluated in this category. ## Top 3 video conferencing tools 1. [Microsoft Teams](https://toolradar.com/tools/microsoft-teams) #1 Top pick Unite chat, meetings, and files with Microsoft 365Starting priceFrom $4 /moCheapest paid plan, monthly, as of November 20264.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 30,473 ratings, Sep 2026Our takeBest overall[Read the review](https://toolradar.com/tools/microsoft-teams) 2. [GoTo Meeting](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-meeting) #2 Video conferencing for businessesStarting priceFrom $12 /moCheapest paid plan, monthly, as of November 20264.3 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 28,658 ratings, Sep 2026[Read the review](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-meeting) 3. [Google Meet](https://toolradar.com/tools/google-meet) #3 Seamless video meetings for Google Workspace usersStarting priceFrom $7 /moCheapest paid plan, monthly, as of November 20264.4 /5 across G2 and Trustpilot · 2,964 ratings, Sep 2026[Read the review](https://toolradar.com/tools/google-meet) ## 10 top video conferencing tools compared | Tool | Starting price (Nov 2026) | Rating | Watch out for | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Microsoft Teams](https://toolradar.com/tools/microsoft-teams) | Price: $4/mo | 4.4 out of 5, from 30,473 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.4 · Capterra 4.5 | n/a | | [GoTo Meeting](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-meeting) | Price: $12/mo | 4.3 out of 5, from 28,658 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.2 · Capterra 4.4 | n/a | | [Google Meet](https://toolradar.com/tools/google-meet) | Price: $7/mo | 4.4 out of 5, from 2,964 ratings across G2 and Trustpilot G2 4.6 · Trustpilot 3.8 | Watch out: Storage limits can be restrictive for larger teams. | | [Zoom](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoom) | Price: $14.16/mo | 3.4 out of 5, from 56,859 ratings across G2 and Trustpilot G2 4.5 · Trustpilot 1.3 | Watch out: Cloud recording storage fills fast: Pro and Business include only 10GB (about 10-15 hours of recordings). | | [Cisco Webex](https://toolradar.com/tools/webex) | Price: Free + paid | 4.1 out of 5, from 20,107 ratings across G2, Capterra and SourceForge G2 4.2 · Capterra 4.4 | n/a | | [Zoom Phone](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoom-phone) | Price: $10/mo | 4.6 out of 5, from 2,917 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.6 · Capterra 4.5 | Watch out: Optional international add-on for Unlimited | | [GoTo Webinar](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-webinar) | Price: Not published | 4.3 out of 5, from 2,885 ratings across PeerSpot, G2 and Capterra Capterra 4.5 · G2 4.2 | Watch out: Annual-only discounts; no monthly option shown | | [Livestorm](https://toolradar.com/tools/livestorm) | Price: $99/mo | 4.4 out of 5, from 2,157 ratings across Trustpilot, G2 and Capterra G2 4.4 · Capterra 4.7 | n/a | | [GoTo Connect](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-connect) | Price: $26/mo | 4.4 out of 5, from 2,086 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.4 · Capterra 4.5 | Watch out: Hardware costs for desk phones not included | | [Whereby](https://toolradar.com/tools/whereby) | Price: $6.99/mo | 4.5 out of 5, from 1,345 ratings across SourceForge, G2 and Capterra G2 4.6 · Capterra 4.5 | Watch out: No annual discount explicitly mentioned, could be a hidden cost. | ## Video Conferencing pricing compared | Tool | Cheapest paid plan | Free plan | Billing basis | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Microsoft Teams](https://toolradar.com/tools/microsoft-teams) | Cheapest paid plan: Essentials, $4/mo | Free plan: Yes | Billing: Per user, billed monthly | | [GoTo Meeting](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-meeting) | Cheapest paid plan: Professional, $12/mo | Free plan: No | Billing: Billed monthly | | [Google Meet](https://toolradar.com/tools/google-meet) | Cheapest paid plan: Business Starter, $7/mo (billed yearly) | Free plan: Yes | Billing: Per user, billed yearly | | [Zoom](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoom) | Cheapest paid plan: Workplace Pro, $14.16/mo | Free plan: Yes (Workplace Basic) | Billing: Per user, billed monthly | | [Cisco Webex](https://toolradar.com/tools/webex) | Cheapest paid plan: Not published | Free plan: Yes | Billing: Not published | | [Zoom Phone](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoom-phone) | Cheapest paid plan: US & Canada Metered, $10/mo | Free plan: No | Billing: Per user, billed monthly | | [GoTo Webinar](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-webinar) | Cheapest paid plan: Not published | Free plan: No | Billing: Not published | | [Livestorm](https://toolradar.com/tools/livestorm) | Cheapest paid plan: Pro, $99/mo | Free plan: Yes | Billing: Billed monthly | | [GoTo Connect](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-connect) | Cheapest paid plan: Phone System, $26/mo | Free plan: No | Billing: Per user, billed monthly | | [Whereby](https://toolradar.com/tools/whereby) | Cheapest paid plan: Pro, $6.99/mo | Free plan: Yes | Billing: Billed monthly | Toolradar pricing data, last verified November 2026. Prices are the cheapest paid plan converted to a monthly figure; "Not published" means the vendor publishes no price for a self-serve paid plan. 8 of 10 tools publish a paid price; median cheapest paid plan $11/mo. Toolradar data ## The video conferencing tools market in numbers **Toolradar data:** Toolradar tracks 64 video conferencing tools as of November 2, 2026. 66% of the video conferencing tools on Toolradar are free, freemium or open source. Toolradar re-checked the pricing of 84% of video conferencing tools in the last 90 days. Toolradar aggregates 161,698 public user reviews (G2, Capterra, Trustpilot and other review sites) across 46 rated video conferencing tools. The most cross-shopped video conferencing tool is tl;dv, listed as an alternative to 71 other tools on Toolradar. The most compared video conferencing tool on Toolradar over the last 90 days is Discord, with 757 side-by-side comparisons. Computed from the Toolradar catalog and on-site activity. - 64 video conferencing tools tracked - 66% are free, freemium or open source - 84% of prices re-checked in the last 90 days - 161,698 public user reviews aggregated across 46 rated tools | Rank | Tool | Listed as an alternative to | | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [tl;dv](https://toolradar.com/tools/tldv) | 71 tools | | 2 | [RingCentral Events](https://toolradar.com/tools/ringcentral-events) | 70 tools | | 3 | [Microsoft Teams](https://toolradar.com/tools/microsoft-teams) | 62 tools | | Rank | Tool | Comparisons | | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Discord](https://toolradar.com/tools/discord) | 757 | | 2 | [Microsoft Teams](https://toolradar.com/tools/microsoft-teams) | 666 | | 3 | [Zoom](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoom) | 407 | Source and method: [live video conferencing tools statistics](https://toolradar.com/statistics/video-conferencing) ## Video Conferencing leaderboards from Toolradar data Toolradar ranks Video Conferencing tools on one measure at a time, only where at least 8 tools have data. As of Nov 2026. CSV download of these Video Conferencing leaderboards, licensed CC BY 4.0 ### Lowest entry price, plans with no stated unit Cheapest standard paid plan per month (annual prices divided by 12), read on vendor pages and compared only with tools priced on the same basis. Counted among 21 tools with no stated price unit, verified price. | # | Tool | Entry plan | | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Mailbox.org](https://toolradar.com/tools/mailbox-org) | $1/mo | | 2 | [Discord](https://toolradar.com/tools/discord) | $2.99/mo, billed monthly | | 3 | [Jitsi Meet](https://toolradar.com/tools/jitsi-meet) | $5/mo, billed monthly | | 4 | [Saydi](https://toolradar.com/tools/saydi) | $6.29/mo, billed monthly | | 5 | [Whereby](https://toolradar.com/tools/whereby) | $6.99/mo, billed monthly | ### Lowest entry price, per-user plans Counted among 13 tools priced per user, verified price. | # | Tool | Entry plan | | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Troop Messenger](https://toolradar.com/tools/troop-messenger) | $2.50/user/mo, billed monthly | | 2 | [Microsoft Teams](https://toolradar.com/tools/microsoft-teams) | $4/user/mo, billed monthly | | 3 | [Olatti](https://toolradar.com/tools/olatti) | $4.45/user/mo, billed yearly | | 4 | [Google Meet](https://toolradar.com/tools/google-meet) | $7/user/mo, billed yearly | | 5 | [MeetFox](https://toolradar.com/tools/meetfox) | $10/user/mo, billed monthly | A position exists only when at least 8 tools have data for that metric. 34 of 64 Video Conferencing tools have a verified price; the others publish none we could read (often "contact sales"). Advertising and placement fees are not inputs to any position. Visit counts include visits from every source. [How we compute this](https://toolradar.com/how-we-rate#toolradar-data). Cite this: Toolradar, “Video Conferencing leaderboards”, Nov 2026. Data licensed CC BY 4.0. [All Video Conferencing statistics](https://toolradar.com/statistics/video-conferencing). ## How the top video conferencing tools compare 6 of the 10 video conferencing tools listed here have a free plan (Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Zoom, Cisco Webex, Livestorm, Whereby); the other 4 (GoTo Meeting, Zoom Phone, GoTo Webinar, GoTo Connect) are paid only. Teams on a budget should start with Microsoft Teams, our free pick. Rankings are computed from G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions. [Editorial policy](https://toolradar.com/editorial-policy) ## Top video conferencing tools Order: Toolradar ranking score, which is the public review volume times the average rating on G2, Capterra, Trustpilot and other review sites, plus media mentions (recent ones count more). Paid placements are labelled and never change the score. [How we rank](https://toolradar.com/how-we-rate). ### Microsoft Teams Free plan Unite chat, meetings, and files with Microsoft 365 4.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 30,473 ratings, Sep 2026 Microsoft Teams is a collaboration platform combining chat, meetings, and file sharing. Deeply integrated with Microsoft 365 for documents and email. Channels organize team communication by topic. Video meetings with Together mode and background effects. Third-party apps extend functionality. Where Microsoft 365 users work together. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/microsoft-teams) [Visit website](https://www.microsoft.com/en/microsoft-teams) [Microsoft Teams alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/microsoft-teams) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Microsoft Teams? Rate it - Pro: Microsoft 365 integration - Pro: Full collaboration suite - Pro: Free tier - Con: Can be overwhelming - Con: Requires Microsoft ecosystem Good value Microsoft Teams is the most cost-effective business communication platform when bundled with Microsoft 365. ### GoTo Meeting Paid Video conferencing for businesses 4.3 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 28,658 ratings, Sep 2026 GoTo Meeting provides video conferencing for businesses. Schedule meetings, share screens, record sessions-reliable video calls without the fuss. The platform is mature and stable. Enterprise features exist. The experience is predictable. Organizations wanting straightforward video conferencing choose GoTo Meeting for reliable business meetings. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-meeting) [Visit website](https://goto.com/meeting) [GoTo Meeting alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/goto-meeting) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used GoTo Meeting? Rate it - Pro: Reliable video conferencing - Pro: Good for business - Pro: Screen sharing - Con: Expensive - Con: UI dated Good value GoTo Meeting's pricing is competitive, especially the Professional tier at $12/month for 150 participants, which offers strong value. ### Google Meet Free plan Seamless video meetings for Google Workspace users 4.4 /5 across G2 and Trustpilot · 2,964 ratings, Sep 2026 Google Meet is Google's video conferencing platform integrated with Google Workspace. Join meetings from Calendar or Gmail with one click. Live captions transcribe in real-time. Screen sharing and virtual backgrounds included. Enterprise features include recording and breakout rooms. Video meetings that work seamlessly for Google users. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/google-meet) [Visit website](https://meet.google.com) [Google Meet alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/google-meet) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Google Meet? Rate it - Pro: Free for personal use - Pro: Google integration - Pro: Simple interface - Con: Limited features on free - Con: Requires Google account Good value Google Meet's pricing is fair, especially with a robust free tier and competitive paid options. Watch out Storage limits can be restrictive for larger teams. ### Zoom Free plan Connect, communicate, and collaborate with HD video meetings 3.4 /5 across G2 and Trustpilot · 56,859 ratings, Sep 2026 Zoom is a video communications platform that brings people together to connect, communicate, and collaborate. HD video meetings with up to 1,000 participants. Webinars reach large audiences with interactive features. Zoom Phone provides cloud calling. Zoom Rooms brings video to conference rooms. The platform that became synonymous with video meetings. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoom) [Visit website](https://www.zoom.com) [Zoom alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/zoom) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Zoom? Rate it - Pro: Reliable video quality - Pro: Easy to use - Pro: Good for large meetings - Con: Free plan has time limits - Con: Security concerns historically Good value Zoom Pro at $13.33/user/month (annual) remains the baseline for professional video conferencing, but the real cost is in add-ons. Watch out Cloud recording storage fills fast: Pro and Business include only 10GB (about 10-15 hours of recordings). ### Cisco Webex Free plan Video conferencing & collaboration 4.1 /5 across G2, Capterra and SourceForge · 20,107 ratings, Sep 2026 Cisco Webex is an enterprise collaboration platform for video meetings, messaging, and calling. HD video and AI features like noise removal and transcription. Hardware integration with Webex devices for meeting rooms. Security and compliance for regulated industries. Webex Suite combines meetings, messaging, and calling. Enterprise-grade collaboration from a company enterprises trust. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/webex) [Visit website](https://www.webex.com) [Cisco Webex alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/webex) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Cisco Webex? Rate it - Pro: Enterprise security - Pro: Reliable quality - Pro: Full suite - Con: Complex pricing - Con: Less intuitive Good value Webex's pricing is generous for small teams with its robust Free tier offering unlimited meetings up to 40 minutes and 100 attendees. ### Zoom Phone Paid Cloud phone system with HD voice and intelligent routing 4.6 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 2,917 ratings, Sep 2026 Zoom Phone is a cloud phone system that brings the simplicity of Zoom to business calling. Features HD voice, intelligent call routing, and admin console. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoom-phone) [Visit website](https://zoom.us/phone) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Zoom Phone? Rate it - Pro: Integrated with the Zoom platform for a unified communication experience (meetings, chat, phone) - Pro: Offers global coverage with local numbers in 47+ countries and calling plans in 100+ countries - Pro: Provides advanced contact center features for improved customer service and agent productivity - Con: Reliance on internet connectivity means call quality can be affected by network issues - Con: Requires existing Zoom infrastructure or adoption, which may be a barrier for non-Zoom users Good value Zoom Phone's pricing is generally fair, offering competitive rates for its features. Watch out Optional international add-on for Unlimited ### GoTo Webinar Paid Host engaging online events with end-to-end management 4.3 /5 across PeerSpot, G2 and Capterra · 2,885 ratings, Sep 2026 GoTo Webinar is a comprehensive webinar and virtual conference platform designed to help professionals host engaging online events, from marketing keynotes and employee trainings to campus-wide lectures and global conferences. The platform provides an all-in-one solution that covers the entire event lifecycle, including pre-event setup with custom branded registration pages and automated email workflows, live event engagement through interactive polls, Q&A, and breakout rooms, and post-event analytics for tracking attendance and lead data. With enterprise-grade security, session encryption, and GDPR compliance, it ensures a secure and reliable experience for hosts and attendees alike. The platform also supports Simulive events, allowing hosts to pre-record content and combine it with live interactive elements for a hybrid experience. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-webinar) [Visit website](https://gotowebinar.com) [GoTo Webinar alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/goto-webinar) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used GoTo Webinar? Rate it - Pro: All-in-one platform covering the entire webinar lifecycle from registration to analytics. - Pro: Strong engagement toolkit with polls, Q&A, and breakout rooms to keep audiences involved. - Pro: Enterprise-grade security and compliance suitable for sensitive corporate and educational events. - Con: Attendees must join via a web browser or app, which may require an internet connection. - Con: Advanced features like Simulive and custom integrations may be limited to higher-tier plans. Fair value GoTo Webinar's pricing is expensive compared to many competitors, especially since the 'Reach' tier lacks a listed price and likely starts high. Watch out Annual-only discounts; no monthly option shown ### Livestorm Free plan Video conferencing software for webinars and virtual meetings, designed for engagement and efficiency. 4.4 /5 across Trustpilot, G2 and Capterra · 2,157 ratings, Sep 2026 Livestorm is an all-in-one video platform designed for hosting dynamic online events, including webinars, virtual meetings, product demonstrations, and training sessions. It caters to marketing teams, sales professionals, HR, and internal communications, offering intuitive functionalities to run any event in minutes. The platform emphasizes brand consistency with customizable templates and permissions, and improves efficiency through seamless data transfer with CRMs. Livestorm provides a comprehensive suite of features covering the entire event lifecycle, from registration and promotion to live engagement and post-event analytics. Key functionalities include customizable registration pages, email cadences, marketing automation integrations, interactive polls, Q&A, breakout rooms, and advanced reporting. It also incorporates AI-powered features for content repurposing, captions in multiple languages, transcripts, and tools for generating webinar titles, outlines, and video scripts. Livestorm is EU-hosted, ISO 27001 certified, and GDPR compliant, ensuring data security and privacy. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/livestorm) [Visit website](https://livestorm.co) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Livestorm? Rate it - Pro: Webinar platform - Pro: Good automation - Pro: Registration pages - Con: Expensive - Con: Attendee limits Fair value Livestorm's pricing is on the higher side compared to some market alternatives, especially with the Pro tier starting at $99/month for 500 attendees. ### GoTo Connect Paid Cloud phone and meeting system 4.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 2,086 ratings, Sep 2026 GoTo Connect is a unified communications solution with cloud phone, video meetings, and messaging. Features intelligent call routing and integrations. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/goto-connect) [Visit website](https://www.goto.com/connect) [GoTo Connect alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/goto-connect) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used GoTo Connect? Rate it - Pro: All-in-one platform for phone system, customer experience (CX), and contact center, reducing the need for multiple vendors. - Pro: AI-powered features like AI Receptionist, call summaries, sentiment analysis, and topic monitoring enhance productivity and customer interactions. - Pro: Award-winning cloud-based phone system with softphone capabilities and SMS, suitable for office, home, or mobile use. - Con: While integrations are mentioned, a comprehensive list of supported third-party applications is not readily available. Good value GoTo Connect's pricing, starting at $26/month for 'Phone System' and escalating to $80/month for 'Contact Center', appears competitive for businesses needing a comprehensive communication solution. Watch out Hardware costs for desk phones not included 10 ### Whereby Free plan Easy video meetings without downloads 4.5 /5 across SourceForge, G2 and Capterra · 1,345 ratings, Sep 2026 Whereby provides video meetings in browser. No downloads, just meetings-video calls with minimal friction. The browser-native approach is convenient. The simplicity is the feature. The embedding works. Teams wanting frictionless video meetings use Whereby for browser-based calls. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/whereby) [Visit website](https://whereby.com) [Whereby alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/whereby) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Whereby? Rate it - Pro: No download needed - Pro: Simple to use - Pro: Good for embedded - Con: Limited features vs Zoom - Con: Participant limits Good value Whereby's pricing is fair, offering a generous Free tier for basic needs. Watch out No annual discount explicitly mentioned, could be a hidden cost. ## Why other video conferencing tools didn't make our top 10 We evaluated 64 tools in this category and these 20 ranked 11 through 30. They're solid options that fell short on one or two axes (review depth, pricing transparency, feature parity), but worth a look if the leaders don't fit your stack or budget. [Doxy.meThe simple, free, and secure telemedicine platform for healthcare professionals.](https://toolradar.com/tools/doxy-me)[AirmeetVirtual event and webinar platform](https://toolradar.com/tools/airmeet)[FlockTeam messaging and collaboration platform](https://toolradar.com/tools/flock)[tl;dvAI meeting recorder for sales and product](https://toolradar.com/tools/tldv)[Vonage BusinessUnified communications for voice, video, messaging, and SMS](https://toolradar.com/tools/vonage-business)[Webex CallingUnified cloud PBX for calling, meetings, and messaging](https://toolradar.com/tools/webex-calling)[Brave TalkPrivate, unlimited video calls in your browser, with no downloads or logins](https://toolradar.com/tools/brave-talk)[FocusmateVirtual body doubling for focused productivity and getting anything done, together.](https://toolradar.com/tools/focusmate)[RingCentral EventsVirtual, hybrid and onsite event platform (formerly Hopin)](https://toolradar.com/tools/ringcentral-events)[Zoom WebinarsScale video events to thousands with built-in engagement and integrations](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoom-webinars)[ClickMeetingHost professional webinars, online meetings, and e-learning sessions without installation.](https://toolradar.com/tools/clickmeeting)[AcquireUnified customer service platform with video chat](https://toolradar.com/tools/acquire)[Zoho CliqOptimized communication for your business with secure team chat and collaboration.](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoho-cliq)[Run The WorldInteractive virtual event platform](https://toolradar.com/tools/run-the-world)[JitsiFree open source video conferencing](https://toolradar.com/tools/jitsi)[Zoho Cliq 7.0Unified team collaboration with AI, meetings, and automation](https://toolradar.com/tools/zoho-cliq-7-0)[DiscordYour place to talk and hang out](https://toolradar.com/tools/discord)[LiveWebinarHost interactive webinars, online meetings, and virtual events with advanced customization and monetization.](https://toolradar.com/tools/livewebinar)[Troop MessengerAI-first team collaboration and instant messaging app for enterprises.](https://toolradar.com/tools/troop-messenger)[OomaIntelligent communications solutions for business and home, made simple.](https://toolradar.com/tools/ooma) ## Popular video conferencing comparisons See how the leading video conferencing tools stack up head-to-head. - [Microsoft Teams vs Zoom](https://toolradar.com/compare/zoom-vs-microsoft-teams) - [Microsoft Teams vs Discord](https://toolradar.com/compare/discord-vs-microsoft-teams) - [Microsoft Teams vs Google Meet](https://toolradar.com/compare/google-meet-vs-microsoft-teams) - [GoTo Meeting vs Zoom](https://toolradar.com/compare/goto-meeting-vs-zoom) - [GoTo Meeting vs Microsoft Teams](https://toolradar.com/compare/goto-meeting-vs-microsoft-teams) - [GoTo Meeting vs Google Meet](https://toolradar.com/compare/google-meet-vs-goto-meeting) - [GoTo Meeting vs RingCentral Events](https://toolradar.com/compare/goto-meeting-vs-ringcentral-events) - [Google Meet vs Zoom](https://toolradar.com/compare/zoom-vs-google-meet) - [Google Meet vs Whereby](https://toolradar.com/compare/google-meet-vs-whereby) - [Google Meet vs Discord](https://toolradar.com/compare/discord-vs-google-meet) - [Zoom vs Cisco Webex](https://toolradar.com/compare/webex-vs-zoom) - [Zoom vs Discord](https://toolradar.com/compare/discord-vs-zoom) Compare all 64 video conferencing tools side by side ## Pricing breakdowns for video conferencing tools Real plans and the hidden costs for each tool. - 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Filter to narrow down. ## In-depth: why these tools made the cut ### Why Microsoft Teams wins by virtue of being included Microsoft Teams review Teams won the enterprise video market by being bundled with Microsoft 365. For organizations already paying for E3 or E5 licenses, switching to a paid Zoom or Meet adds cost for no clear benefit. The integration with Outlook calendars, SharePoint files, and Entra ID identity is genuinely deep, better than any third-party tool can achieve. The weakness is Teams' breadth: it tries to be chat, meetings, files, calling, and more, and the UI shows it. Pure-play tools (Slack for chat, Zoom for external calls) often feel snappier for their specific use case. For internal-only meetings inside a Microsoft shop, Teams is the rational default; for external-heavy use, many teams still run Zoom alongside. ### Why GoTo Meeting persists for SMB GoTo Meeting review GoTo Meeting (LogMeIn) targets the SMB band that doesn't have an enterprise IT contract and finds Zoom's pricing or feature set excessive. The product is competent (reliable calls, decent recording, simple admin) at a price point that undercuts Zoom Business. The integrations are lighter but adequate for SMBs. GoTo Meeting isn't widely adopted in the way Zoom or Teams is, so external guests often have to install something new. It's a reasonable choice for a 20-person company that wants reliable internal video without paying enterprise pricing, but the network effect of Zoom keeps it from being a default. ### Why Webex remains relevant for enterprise Cisco Webex review Cisco Webex is the legacy enterprise video tool that pre-dates Zoom by a decade. In large enterprises with existing Cisco hardware and call manager infrastructure, Webex remains the path of least resistance: the integration with on-prem PBX, call recording compliance, and Cisco's video room hardware is unmatched. For most modern companies (especially those without Cisco hardware), Webex feels dated next to Zoom or Teams. Webex's market share is shrinking outside the enterprise base. Pick Webex if you're already in the Cisco ecosystem; otherwise, Teams or Zoom will get you to value faster. ### Why Whereby is the friction-free pick for external calls Whereby review Whereby's pitch is 'no downloads, no accounts, just a link your guest clicks.' For consulting calls, support sessions, candidate interviews, and any meeting where the other side isn't on your video tool, that simplicity is a real advantage. The browser-only model also reduces the support burden on guests. The trade-off is depth. Whereby doesn't have the breadcast features of Zoom Events, the AI notes of Fathom, or the deep integration of Teams. It's a focused tool for friction-free guest meetings. Many teams run Whereby for external sales calls and Teams/Meet for everything internal. ## How to choose video conferencing software Most companies don't deliberately pick a video tool: they default to whatever ships with their email/calendar suite, then layer additional tools for specific use cases (sales calls, webinars, customer support). Make the default deliberate, and add specialists only where they earn their keep. 1. Default to your suiteMicrosoft 365 shops get Teams included; Google Workspace shops get Meet. Both are good enough for the vast majority of internal meetings, and the integration with the suite (calendar invites, file sharing, identity) is meaningfully better than a third-party tool. Start there. 2. Identify use cases that justify a second toolExternal-heavy sales/CS calls (Zoom remains the path of least resistance for non-employees), webinars (Livestorm, Demio, Zoom Webinar), large all-hands (Zoom Events, RingCentral Events), or AI meeting notes (Fathom, Otter, Fellow) are where teams add specialized tools. Don't add a second video tool 'just in case', because the cost is calendar fragmentation across reps. 3. Audit hardware compatibilityIf your offices have conference room hardware (Logitech Tap, Poly, etc.), check that the firmware and certifications match your video tool. Teams Rooms requires specific certified hardware; Zoom Rooms requires its own. Mixed environments are painful; standardize before deploying. 4. Plan for recording and storage costsRecordings accumulate fast. Teams stores them in OneDrive (counts against your tenant storage), Zoom has its own cloud (paid tiers), Google Meet stores in Drive. For sales teams recording every call, separate transcription tools (Gong, Chorus, Fathom) often replace the native recording with their own searchable index. ## Honorable mentions Tools that didn't crack the headline list but deserve a look depending on what you optimize for. - [Discord](https://toolradar.com/tools/discord) Best for community-driven or casual videoDiscord's voice/video channels are excellent for community-driven use cases (Twitch communities, dev open-source projects, study groups). Not a business video tool, but worth mentioning because the search query lands here for people building communities. - [Krisp](https://toolradar.com/tools/krisp) Best AI noise suppression overlayKrisp isn't a video tool; it's a noise-cancellation and meeting-notes overlay that sits on top of Zoom, Teams, or any other call. If background noise or meeting summaries are pain points, layer Krisp on your existing tool rather than switching. ## Best Video Conferencing for - [Video Conferencing for Startups](https://toolradar.com/best/video-conferencing/for/startups) - [Video Conferencing for Small Businesses](https://toolradar.com/best/video-conferencing/for/small-businesses) - [Video Conferencing for Freelancers](https://toolradar.com/best/video-conferencing/for/freelancers) - [Video Conferencing for Enterprises](https://toolradar.com/best/video-conferencing/for/enterprises) - [Video Conferencing for Solopreneurs](https://toolradar.com/best/video-conferencing/for/solopreneurs) - [Video Conferencing for Nonprofits](https://toolradar.com/best/video-conferencing/for/nonprofits) ## How we ranked these video conferencing tools We rank by real-world signal: G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions (volume and recency). Pricing is re-checked and the ranking refreshed monthly. Tools evaluated64 With free plan65%41 of the 63 tools we rank Last updatedNovember 2026 Toolradar Research ## The data behind video conferencing tools First-party analyses built from our full catalog, methodology published. - [Which software categories are actually free](https://toolradar.com/reports/free-software-report-2026) - [What B2B software really costs per month](https://toolradar.com/reports/saas-price-points-2026) - [The most crowded software markets](https://toolradar.com/reports/most-crowded-software-markets-2026) All Toolradar research Ask your AI assistant Toolradar works inside Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor and VS Code. Every price comes with the date it was read on the vendor's page. No API key needed. “What is the best video conferencing tool for a 5-person team under $50 a month? Give me a short list with prices.” [Add to Cursor](cursor://anysphere.cursor-deeplink/mcp/install?name=toolradar&config=eyJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3Rvb2xyYWRhci5jb20vYXBpL21jcCJ9)[Add to VS Code](vscode:mcp/install?%7B%22name%22%3A%22toolradar%22%2C%22url%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Ftoolradar.com%2Fapi%2Fmcp%22%7D)[Claude, ChatGPT and others](https://toolradar.com/for-agents?src=category) claude mcp add --transport http toolradar https://toolradar.com/api/mcp ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is the best video conferencing tool in 2026? Based on our analysis of 64 video conferencing tools, Microsoft Teams is our overall video conferencing pick. The next tools on the list are GoTo Meeting, Google Meet, Zoom. Rankings use G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions. ### What are the top 3 video conferencing tools? The top 3 video conferencing tools in 2026, ranked by Toolradar, are: 1) Microsoft Teams, Unite chat, meetings, and files with Microsoft 365. 2) GoTo Meeting, Video conferencing for businesses. 3) Google Meet, Seamless video meetings for Google Workspace users. ### Are there free video conferencing tools? Yes. Microsoft Teams is our free video conferencing pick (free plan alongside paid plans). 6 of the 10 tools on this page have a free plan. Among the 63 video conferencing tools we rank, 41 have a free plan. ### How do I choose the right video conferencing tool? Start by defining your team size, budget, and must-have features. Microsoft Teams is our overall video conferencing pick. Compare all 64 options side by side on Toolradar. 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