Best Zoom Alternatives

The top-ranked Zoom alternative is Google Meet (Freemium). The best free option is Jitsi Meet (open source).

Zoom is a leading video conferencing tool, but meeting limits, pricing, and privacy questions push users to look elsewhere. Alternatives include integrated collaboration suites, open-source options, and privacy-focused calling tools.

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Google Meet

Freemium

Browser-based video meetings integrated with Google Workspace.

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Microsoft Teams

Freemium

Collaboration platform with video meetings, chat, and file sharing.

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Webex

Freemium

Cisco's enterprise video conferencing and collaboration platform.

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Slack

Freemium

Team messaging platform with built-in huddles and video calls.

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Jitsi Meet

Open Source

Free, open-source video conferencing with no account required.

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GoTo Meeting

Subscription

Reliable online meeting and video conferencing tool for business.

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Skype

Freemium

Long-standing video and voice calling app for personal use.

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Whereby

Freemium

Browser-based video meetings with easy, no-download room links.

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BlueJeans

Subscription

Enterprise video conferencing platform with clear audio and video.

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Discord

Freemium

Voice, video, and chat platform popular for communities and groups.

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BigBlueButton

Open Source

Open-source web conferencing built for online learning.

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Signal

Free

Privacy-focused messenger with encrypted voice and video calls.

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Zoom alternatives: FAQ

What is the best alternative to Zoom?

Google Meet is ranked first on this list (Freemium). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.

What is the best free alternative to Zoom?

The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are Jitsi Meet, BigBlueButton and Signal.

Which Zoom alternatives work on Mac?

Microsoft Teams, Webex, Slack and GoTo Meeting run on macOS.

Which Zoom alternatives work on Linux?

Microsoft Teams, Webex, Slack and Skype run on Linux.

Are there Zoom alternatives for Android?

Yes: Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Webex and Slack have Android apps.

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