01
Zoom
A ubiquitous video communications platform offering reliable cloud meetings, webinars, and chat functionality for businesses of all sizes.
95.0
Zoom and Microsoft Teams are the top choices for video conferencing. Zoom suits businesses seeking reliable, user-friendly communication with minimal setup, while Microsoft Teams is ideal for organisations already embedded in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem looking for deep collaboration features and document sharing.
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Microsoft TeamsMicrosoft Teams replaced Skype for Business as the primary communication platform for Microsoft 365.92.7NEW3.30 GBP per user per month
Microsoft TeamsMicrosoft Teams replaced Skype for Business as the primary communication platform for Microsoft 365.92.7NEW3.30 GBP per user per month3
Google MeetGoogle Meet was originally known as Google Hangouts Meet before being rebranded.90.3NEW£5.00/user/month
Google MeetGoogle Meet was originally known as Google Hangouts Meet before being rebranded.90.3NEW£5.00/user/month4
Cisco WebexWebex was founded in 1995, making it one of the oldest surviving web conferencing brands.88.0NEW£12.00/user/month
Cisco WebexWebex was founded in 1995, making it one of the oldest surviving web conferencing brands.88.0NEW£12.00/user/month6
SlackSlack is an acronym for Searchable Log of All Conversation and Knowledge.83.3NEW6.67 GBP per user per month
SlackSlack is an acronym for Searchable Log of All Conversation and Knowledge.83.3NEW6.67 GBP per user per month7
DiscordDiscord was initially created in 2015 to give video gamers a reliable way to talk while playing.81.0NEWFree
DiscordDiscord was initially created in 2015 to give video gamers a reliable way to talk while playing.81.0NEWFree8
Zoho MeetingZoho Meeting is part of the extensive Zoho suite of over 50 business applications.78.7NEW£2.50/user/month
Zoho MeetingZoho Meeting is part of the extensive Zoho suite of over 50 business applications.78.7NEW£2.50/user/month9
RingCentral MVPRingCentral was founded in California in 1999 by Vlad Shmunis and Vlad Vendrow.76.3NEW£15.99/user/month
RingCentral MVPRingCentral was founded in California in 1999 by Vlad Shmunis and Vlad Vendrow.76.3NEW£15.99/user/month10
Jitsi MeetJitsi Meet is completely free and open-source, allowing anyone to host private video conferences on their own servers.74.0NEWFree
Jitsi MeetJitsi Meet is completely free and open-source, allowing anyone to host private video conferences on their own servers.74.0NEWFreeLAST UPDATED 2026-07-20CURATED · UPDATED REGULARLY
The ranking, in detail
02
Microsoft Teams
Chat, meet, call, and collaborate
A comprehensive collaboration hub that integrates video conferencing, file storage, and application integration into a single platform.
92.7
03
Google Meet
A secure video conferencing service built into the Google Workspace ecosystem, allowing browser-based meetings without additional software.
90.3
04
Cisco Webex
An enterprise-grade video conferencing solution offering high security, advanced calling features, and dedicated hardware integration.
88.0
05
GoToMeeting
A mature web conferencing software solution designed for professional online meetings, webinars, and sales presentations.
85.7
06
Slack
Where work happens
A channel-based messaging platform that includes built-in huddles and video calling features for fast team communication.
83.3
07
Discord
Your place to talk and hang out
A voice, video, and text communication service widely used by communities and increasingly adopted for casual business collaboration.
81.0
08
Zoho Meeting
A secure, browser-based online meeting and webinar software solution designed for budget-conscious small businesses.
78.7
09
RingCentral MVP
A unified communications as a service platform combining cloud phone systems, team messaging, and video meetings.
76.3
10
Jitsi Meet
An open-source, fully encrypted video conferencing solution that allows users to spin up meetings quickly without creating accounts.
74.0
Frequently asked questions
What is the best free video conferencing software?
Zoom, Google Meet, and Discord all offer robust free tiers. Zoom is ideal for general meetings despite a 40-minute limit on group calls, while Google Meet offers longer limits for individual users.
Do participants need an account to join a meeting?
Most modern platforms, such as Zoom, Google Meet, and Cisco Webex, allow participants to join meetings directly via a web browser link without creating an account.
How much bandwidth do I need for video conferencing?
Most standard definition video calls require at least 1 to 2 Mbps for upload and download speeds, while high-definition calls typically require 3 to 4 Mbps or higher.
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