{"id":11955,"date":"2024-01-12T14:48:08","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T14:48:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/?p=11955"},"modified":"2025-12-23T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-23T00:00:00","slug":"best-zoom-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/best-zoom-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Zoom Alternatives for 2026: Top 8 Video Conferencing Tools"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Zoom is one of the most popular video meeting apps for business, education, and beyond \u2014 so much so that it has become a noun, verb, and catchphrase in our regular vocabulary when we talk about <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/best-video-conferencing-software\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">video conferencing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even so, the platform has many flaws that might prompt you to seek out alternatives, including but not limited to its:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>40-minute meeting duration<\/strong> <strong>limit<\/strong> for free plan users,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Steep price point<\/strong>, as even the cheapest paid plan costs $13.33 per user per month on the annual payment plan, and even<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potential security issues<\/strong>, as evidenced by the existence of the phrase <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oit.uci.edu\/2025\/03\/18\/understanding-and-preventing-zoom-bombing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zoom bombing<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Though the makers of the webinar software have done their best to alleviate some of these concerns over the years, between <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/zoom-pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zoom\u2019s steep pricing<\/a> and the limitations of its free plan, many are still on the hunt for more comprehensive hybrid work tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, there are plenty of solid options to choose from \u2014 including the 8 best Zoom alternatives I tested and reviewed below.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Zoom-alternatives-cover.png\" alt=\"Zoom alternatives-cover\" class=\"wp-image-16355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Zoom-alternatives-cover.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Zoom-alternatives-cover-600x300.png 600w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Zoom-alternatives-cover-1110x555.png 1110w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Zoom-alternatives-cover-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Zoom-alternatives-cover-18x9.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f9f5ff\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cc33874368dce034e75a5191680fbf4f\" style=\"color:#1d272c\"><strong>Why trust us?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-eaa5c5b93180bdfa5ddb0a88e4f31268\" style=\"color:#1d272c\">The apps we talk about are selected, tested, and written about by human reviewers who follow strict review and editorial guidelines. We pick solutions that are practical, purposeful, and can offer real value for the specific use case or business context we\u2019re covering \u2014 while also being justified in their pricing. Our methodology is transparent, clear, and available to everyone:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-63e076551cb8a43d3e47e610234773dc\" style=\"color:#673ab7\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/our-software-review-methodology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about our review methodology here \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"best-zoom-alternatives-for-2026-a-quick-overview\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Zoom alternatives for 2026: A quick overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though Zoom offers a variety of communication platforms that include <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/best-instant-messaging-apps-for-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">instant messaging<\/a>, email, and even calendar tools, most people still use it solely as a video conferencing solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That means that companies are forfeiting hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars every month for the pleasure of sitting in meetings a couple of times every week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that in mind, I decided to compile a list of apps that can provide everything Zoom has to offer at a lower price, while also letting users have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An unlimited call duration, even on the free plan,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy switching between video calls and text-based communication, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solid browser-based video calls (since Zoom calls tend to be more stable within the app).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Granted, not all of the apps on my list manage to check off all 3 of those requirements, but they\u2019re still worthy of consideration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, before I share my reviews, let\u2019s take a look at a more general overview of the best Zoom alternatives for 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>App<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Difference compared to Zoom<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Standout feature<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Price (per user per month, paid annually)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pumble<\/strong> <strong>by <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>All-in-one collaboration: text, voice, and video messaging and conferencing features<\/td><td>Pumble is a comprehensive team collaboration software, not just a video conferencing tool.<\/td><td>Unlimited message history, channels, and users even on the free plan<\/td><td>\u2013 Free<br>\u2013 Paid plans start at $2.49<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Microsoft Teams<\/strong><\/td><td>Microsoft 365 Business users<\/td><td>Microsoft Teams also offers messaging, in addition to secure video conferencing.<\/td><td>Microsoft 365 integrations<\/td><td>\u2013 Free<br>\u2013 Paid plans start at $4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Google Meet<\/strong><\/td><td>Google Workspace users<\/td><td>Google Meet has more robust native integrations, as opposed to Zoom, which relies on third-party apps.<\/td><td>Google Workspace integrations<\/td><td>\u2013 Free<br>\u2013 Paid plans start at $7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Whereby<\/strong><\/td><td>Browser-based video calls<\/td><td>Whereby offers a simplified video conferencing experience.<\/td><td>Minimal but useful integrations<\/td><td>\u2013 Free<br>\u2013 Paid plans start at $8.99<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Jitsi<\/strong><\/td><td>Simple, no-setup video conferencing without time limitations<\/td><td>Jitsi is a completely free open-source video conferencing platform.<\/td><td>Unlimited free video conferencing for up to 100 people<\/td><td>\u2013 Free<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Brave Talk<\/strong><\/td><td>Privacy-by-default secure video conferencing<\/td><td>Brave Talk is a built-in feature of the Brave browser that doesn\u2019t require an account.<\/td><td>Free video conferencing with no time limit<\/td><td>\u2013 Free<br>\u2013 Paid plans start at $7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Webex Meetings<\/strong><\/td><td>Consistent high-definition video<\/td><td>Webex Meetings is more security-focused than Zoom.<\/td><td>Generous storage capacity<\/td><td>\u2013 Free<br>\u2013 Paid plans start at $12<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Discord<\/strong><\/td><td>Best for informal chit-chat and high-quality audio<\/td><td>Discord is better for more casual exchanges and voice calls.<\/td><td>Always-on voice calls<\/td><td>\u2013 Free<br>\u2013 Paid plans start at $2.99<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Skip the reviews \u2014 try Pumble now<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"1-pumble-by-cake-com-best-for-all-in-one-collaboration\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble<\/a> by CAKE.com\u2014 best for all-in-one collaboration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a team communication app to help you engage with your team across communication channels, you need not look further than Pumble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a video conferencing app, Pumble has much to offer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Secure <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/video-conferencing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>video conferencing<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/voice-calls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>audio calls<\/strong><\/a>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ability to <strong>share your screen<\/strong>, <strong>record meetings, <\/strong>and<strong> exchange in-meeting messages <\/strong>during calls, and even<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ability to <strong>share <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/meeting-links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>guest access links<\/strong><\/a> with external collaborators without Pumble accounts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"613\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Video-conferencing-in-Pumble-a-team-collaboration-software-min.png\" alt=\"Video conferencing in Pumble, a team collaboration software\" class=\"wp-image-21495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Video-conferencing-in-Pumble-a-team-collaboration-software-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Video-conferencing-in-Pumble-a-team-collaboration-software-min-587x300.png 587w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Video-conferencing-in-Pumble-a-team-collaboration-software-min-1110x567.png 1110w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Video-conferencing-in-Pumble-a-team-collaboration-software-min-768x392.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Video-conferencing-in-Pumble-a-team-collaboration-software-min-18x9.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Video conferencing in Pumble, a team collaboration software<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>However, beyond video calls, Pumble also lets you stay in touch with your team through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Direct messages<\/strong>, group chats, and <strong>private and public channels<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/document-sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>File and document sharing<\/strong><\/a>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/guest-access\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Guest access accounts<\/strong><\/a> for external partners, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/video-messages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Asynchronous video messaging<\/strong><\/a> and <strong>voice notes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>What immediately sets Pumble apart as one of the best Zoom alternatives out there is its super <strong>intuitive and user-friendly interface<\/strong>. I know I had my fair share of access issues with Zoom \u2014 from having to download the app to get started to missing the first half of an important webinar while waiting for (another) update to finish.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Pumble, all you have to do is share a meeting link with your team, or click the link if you\u2019re an attendee, and you\u2019re all set. Alternatively, you can also use Pumble links to schedule meetings in your calendar through the app\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/google-calendar-extensions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google Calendar extension<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best of all, <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble\u2019s pricing plans<\/a> start at $2.49 per user per month for the PRO plan, whereas the BUSINESS plan is $3.99 \u2014 so it\u2019s much more affordable than Zoom while offering more communication options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pumble pros:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unlimited users, message history, and channels on the free plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Video or voice calls with up to 100 users<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simple and intuitive interface<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pumble cons:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No in-app virtual backgrounds yet (but there is a background blurring option)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/roadmap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>What\u2019s new in Pumble by CAKE.com<\/strong><\/a><strong>?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pumble has recently expanded the emoji reaction menu in meetings. On top of that, the team behind Pumble has been busy improving <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/integrations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">native and third-party integrations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Available for:<\/strong> Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested in seeing a more detailed breakdown of Pumble vs Zoom? Check out this review:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/pumble-vs-zoom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble vs Zoom: Which Communication Tool Truly Fits Your Team\u2019s Workflow?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-light pumble-gradient-templates\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">The best free Zoom alternative for 2026<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Send meeting links, use the calendar integration to schedule calls, and record them for future reference \u2014 with Pumble.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\/zoom-alternative\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/templates@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/templates.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-microsoft-teams-best-for-microsoft-365-business-users\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/microsoft-teams\/group-chat-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Microsoft Teams<\/a> \u2014 best for Microsoft 365 Business users<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike Zoom, which is primarily designed for video conferencing, Microsoft Teams packs an extensive set of communication and collaboration features, keeping the entire team collaboration in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where I see the Teams\u2019 value for users looking for a great alternative to Zoom, as it makes perfect sense to combine team chat, video conferencing, and other productivity tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you can schedule, get notifications and invites for your Teams meetings, and join a meeting directly in the app using its Outlook or Google Calendar integration.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"589\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Scheduling-a-meeting-in-Outlook-calendar-in-Microsoft-Teams.png\" alt=\"Scheduling a meeting in Outlook calendar in Microsoft Teams\" class=\"wp-image-21496\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Scheduling-a-meeting-in-Outlook-calendar-in-Microsoft-Teams.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Scheduling-a-meeting-in-Outlook-calendar-in-Microsoft-Teams-611x300.png 611w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Scheduling-a-meeting-in-Outlook-calendar-in-Microsoft-Teams-1110x545.png 1110w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Scheduling-a-meeting-in-Outlook-calendar-in-Microsoft-Teams-768x377.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Scheduling-a-meeting-in-Outlook-calendar-in-Microsoft-Teams-18x9.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Scheduling a meeting in Outlook calendar in Microsoft Teams<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>During meetings, you can <strong>share your screen<\/strong> and collaborate with your team in <strong>breakout rooms<\/strong> or chat privately or in group chats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On top of that, if you\u2019re a Premium user, you can also take advantage of Microsoft\u2019s AI assistant to generate a meeting transcription and share it with the other participants. However, you should know that that particular privilege will cost you about <strong>$22.00 per user per month<\/strong>, as it\u2019s an exclusive feature for Microsoft 365 Business Premium users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a cheaper Business plan, though, which should only cost you <strong>$4 per user per month <\/strong>\u2014 but that\u2019s the best you\u2019ll be able to do, if you\u2019re after those professional features. Though Microsoft Teams does have a free plan, it\u2019s somewhat limited, as it\u2019s primarily intended for personal use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Microsoft Teams pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>60-minute free meetings for up to 100 participants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All-in-one collaboration and communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tight integration with other Microsoft 365 products<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Microsoft Teams cons:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A busy user interface, especially if you are predominantly using video conferencing only and if you\u2019re accustomed to Zoom\u2019s more sleek design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s new in Microsoft Teams?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most <a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/office\/what-s-new-in-microsoft-teams-d7092a6d-c896-424c-b362-a472d5f105de\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">recent Microsoft Teams updates<\/a> introduced presenter analytics and AI-powered audio meeting recaps to the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Linux, Mac, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need more information to decide whether Microsoft Teams or Zoom is best for you, you can check out our in-depth comparison guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/microsoft-teams-vs-zoom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Microsoft Teams vs Zoom: Which Is the Best Video Conferencing Tool?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can check out our list of the best Microsoft Teams alternatives here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/microsoft-teams-alternatives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Microsoft Teams Alternatives for 2026: Top 9 Apps for Smarter Collaboration<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-3\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">Wish there was a free alternative to Microsoft Teams? You\u2019re in luck!<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Try Pumble by CAKE.com for less cluttered and more intuitive team communication.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\/free-microsoft-teams-alternative\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-bottom \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-3@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-3.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3-google-meet-best-for-google-workspace-users\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: <a href=\"https:\/\/meet.google.com\/landing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google Meet<\/a> \u2014 best for Google Workspace users<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Meet is one of the best online meeting platforms for people who prefer browser-based video calls. And, if your team has already integrated other <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/best-collaboration-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">collaboration tools<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/best-productivity-apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">productivity apps<\/a> into your Google Workspace, using Google\u2019s native video conferencing app could make sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On top of being intuitive and easy to use, Google Workspace offers a good deal even in the free plan that includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>15 GB of cloud storage<\/strong> per user,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>60-minute meetings<\/strong> for up to <strong>100 people<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Solid Google security<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With paid plans (starting at <strong>$7 per user\/month<\/strong>, billed annually), you gain access to additional features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, I tried the <strong>Google Workspace Business Plan<\/strong> free trial, which gave me:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>More storage,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The option to record and save meeting sessions, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A personal favorite \u2014 the option to better manage my audio quality with noise cancellation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of collaboration and communication options, Google Meet offers everything Zoom does, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>In-call chat<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/best-screen-sharing-software\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Screen sharing<\/strong><\/a>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meeting recording<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AI-powered meeting transcription<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Breakout rooms<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, some of these features, like meeting recording and breakout rooms, are only available to paying customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"662\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/In-call-chat-in-Google-Meet-min.png\" alt=\"In-call chat in Google Meet\" class=\"wp-image-21497\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/In-call-chat-in-Google-Meet-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/In-call-chat-in-Google-Meet-min-544x300.png 544w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/In-call-chat-in-Google-Meet-min-1110x612.png 1110w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/In-call-chat-in-Google-Meet-min-768x424.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/In-call-chat-in-Google-Meet-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In-call chat in Google Meet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Google Meet pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Simple interface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A generous free plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google Workspace integrations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Google Meet cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Some useful tools are for paying customers only<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s new in Google Meet?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Meet now allows presenters and co-annotators to annotate during presentations. Additionally, a more recent update allowed users to choose whether to share system audio when sharing their screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Available for:<\/strong> Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stuck choosing between Google Meet and Zoom? Here\u2019s a helpful guide to help you reach a decision:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/google-meet-vs-zoom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google Meet vs Zoom: Which App to Use in 2025?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-light pumble-gradient-templates\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">Want a better alternative to Zoom than Google Meet?<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Boost teamwork and simplify communication by switching your team to Pumble.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/templates@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/templates.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-whereby-best-for-browser-based-video-calls\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4: <a href=\"https:\/\/whereby.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Whereby<\/a> \u2014 best for browser-based video calls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whereby is another excellent option for browser-based video calls that require zero setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The platform has a refreshingly <strong>clean-looking interface<\/strong> that makes it easy to navigate right from the jump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was able to <strong>create and join meetings in one click<\/strong> using a single link, and even share my Google Document within the call.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Document-sharing-in-Whereby-1.png\" alt=\"Document sharing in Whereby\" class=\"wp-image-21498\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Document-sharing-in-Whereby-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Document-sharing-in-Whereby-1-533x300.png 533w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Document-sharing-in-Whereby-1-1110x625.png 1110w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Document-sharing-in-Whereby-1-768x433.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Document-sharing-in-Whereby-1-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Document sharing in Whereby<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Aside from its Google Drive integration, Whereby also lets you collaborate and brainstorm in real-time via Miro whiteboards and Trello boards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I didn\u2019t notice any screen sharing latency, so there was no time or focus loss, which is something I value in the conferencing tools I use daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, this Zoom competitor\u2019s <strong>free plan doesn\u2019t offer unlimited call duration, <\/strong>so you\u2019ll have to get your point across within 30 minutes. On top of that, the free version will only let you talk to <strong>up to 4 people<\/strong> at a time \u2014 so it\u2019s only <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/best-free-apps-for-small-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">suitable for small businesses<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your team grows beyond that, you can always upgrade to one of the paid versions of the platform, which offer a solid range of productivity and collaboration options for larger businesses while keeping the core simplicity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cheapest paid version (at <strong>$8.99 per month<\/strong>) lets you create up to 3 rooms with custom links and unlimited recording. It accommodates up to 100 attendees per meeting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Business plan \u2014 at <strong>$11.99 per month per host<\/strong> \u2014 includes unlimited rooms, a custom subdomain, shared and flexible rooms, and priority support, with up to 200 participants per meeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Whereby pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Browser-based video calls that require zero setup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simple and user-friendly interface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great for collaboration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Whereby cons:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Somewhat unstable video quality typical of a web app<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited free plan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s new in Whereby?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With its <a href=\"https:\/\/whereby.launchnotes.io\/announcements\/whereby-sdk-product-updates-december-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">December 2025 update<\/a>, Whereby now supports transcriptions and captions in 6 different languages as a paid feature. The same update also added a background blurring effect to calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Available for:<\/strong> Web&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Enjoy superb video quality on Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-jitsi-meet-best-for-simple-video-conferencing-without-time-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5: <a href=\"https:\/\/meet.jit.si\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jitsi Meet<\/a> \u2014 best for simple video conferencing without time limitations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Next up, we have Jitsi Meet, an open-source browser-based Zoom alternative that offers secure video conferencing for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though Jitsi Meet\u2019s UI is somewhat simple, it still has all the features you\u2019ll need to keep the conversation going with <strong>up to 100 participants at a time<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>In-call chat<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meeting recording<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Screen sharing for multiple participants<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Breakout rooms<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Whiteboard<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Jitsi-Meet.png\" alt=\"Whiteboard in Jitsi Meet\" class=\"wp-image-21499\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Jitsi-Meet.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Jitsi-Meet-533x300.png 533w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Jitsi-Meet-1110x625.png 1110w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Jitsi-Meet-768x433.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Jitsi-Meet-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Whiteboard in Jitsi Meet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Best of all, you don\u2019t need a dedicated browser to organize meetings. You\u2019ll be able to start and join meetings in one click and from any browser, while having all the collaboration features listed above. And, if you access Jitsi through any browser based on Chromium 83 and above, you\u2019ll also have the option to enable end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for additional security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, there\u2019s always a catch with free video conferencing solutions. Though I didn\u2019t push its limits during my tests, some users report experiencing lagging and connection issues when using Jitsi with larger teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jitsi Meet pros:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No login or download required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free, secure, and simple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No time limit to meetings&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jitsi Meet cons:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Larger teams may experience lagging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any participant can control the meeting, e.g., assume the admin position and mute all other participants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s new in Jitsi Meet?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following the <a href=\"https:\/\/jitsi.org\/blog\/introducing-receiver-audio-subscriptions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">October 2025 update<\/a>, Jitsi Meet users should be able to specify the audio quality they want to receive, which should help those with poor internet connection ensure a smoother video call experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Available for:<\/strong> Web<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-features\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">All-in-one team collaboration software<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Don\u2019t limit yourself to video calls only \u2014 try Pumble to experience a full set of communication features.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/feature-list\" target=\"_blank\">See features<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/features@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/features.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-brave-talk-best-for-privacy-by-default-secure-video-conferencing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#6: <a href=\"https:\/\/brave.com\/talk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brave Talk<\/a> \u2014 best for privacy-by-default secure video conferencing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brave Talk is another browser-based video call platform built on the foundation of Jitsi Meet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As such, it has some of the <strong>same features you\u2019ll find in Jitsi Meet<\/strong> \u2014 namely the fact that it doesn\u2019t require you to download any apps. However, Brave Talk also offers some unique features that are locked behind a paywall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike Jitsi Meet, Brave Talk\u2019s free plan limits your calls to <strong>up to 4 participants<\/strong>, which can be quite limiting for bigger teams. But, at least Brave Talk still offers an <strong>unlimited call duration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I tried the free Brave Talk version and got unlimited calls with up to 4 people, which worked fine. I could change backgrounds, chat, and share my screen during calls, but what stood out to me was the sheer simplicity and clean design of the user interface in Brave Talk.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Brave-Talk-interface-1.png\" alt=\"Brave Talk interface\" class=\"wp-image-21500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Brave-Talk-interface-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Brave-Talk-interface-1-524x300.png 524w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Brave-Talk-interface-1-1110x635.png 1110w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Brave-Talk-interface-1-768x440.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Brave-Talk-interface-1-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Brave Talk interface<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Notably, you\u2019ll have to start your calls from the <strong>Brave browser<\/strong> \u2014 though other participants can join from any browser via the call link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This simplified way of joining meetings plus the ultimate privacy promise \u2014 no tracking, no linking you or other participants to a call, and no data collection \u2014 makes Brave Talk a solid alternative to Zoom and other popular (but often complex) apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While these are pretty basic communication functionalities, it\u2019s important to note that the upgrade is quite affordable (a <strong>monthly subscription of $7<\/strong>), and it brings valuable additional features such as meeting recordings, participant muting and passcodes, and the ability to expand your participant count to 100 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brave Talk pros:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unlimited free calls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solid security and privacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brave Talk cons:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Limits free calls to 4 people<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lacks Zoom\u2019s advanced collaboration features&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s new in Brave Talk?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brave Talk doesn\u2019t seem to have had any major updates since 2024, when Brave\u2019s Leo AI was added to allow automatic transcriptions and meeting notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Available for:<\/strong> Web&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Start Pumble calls from any browser<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7-webex-meetings-by-cisco-best-for-consistent-high-definition-video\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#7: Webex Meetings by Cisco \u2014 best for consistent high-definition video<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like the previous Zoom competitor we\u2019ve discussed, Webex Meetings by Cisco is also known for prioritizing privacy and security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, that security seems to come at the expense of user experience, as the platform\u2019s UI can be somewhat baffling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you\u2019re accustomed to joining meetings in one click, prepare for a multiple-step process with Webex Meetings. To begin with, you\u2019ll need some patience during the registration, and then you\u2019ll have to decipher the <strong>confusing password system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, if you manage to get through that ordeal, you\u2019ll probably like the app just as much as I did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Webex Meetings provides <strong>lag-free audio, high-definition video<\/strong>, and collaboration features such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Whiteboard<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Breakout rooms<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recording<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Document markup<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"663\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Webex-Meetings.png\" alt=\"Whiteboard in Webex Meetings\" class=\"wp-image-21501\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Webex-Meetings.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Webex-Meetings-543x300.png 543w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Webex-Meetings-1110x613.png 1110w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Webex-Meetings-768x424.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Whiteboard-in-Webex-Meetings-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Whiteboard in Webex Meetings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Like Zoom, this platform\u2019s <strong>free plan limits users to 40-minute video calls with up to 100 attendees<\/strong>, local meeting recording, and no closed captions or co-hosts. So, if you\u2019re working with a limited budget, you may want to try the other Zoom alternatives I\u2019ve mentioned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you\u2019re willing to upgrade to a paid plan (which will run you at least <strong>$12 per user per month<\/strong>), you\u2019ll be able to enjoy the app\u2019s audio and video quality as well as its <strong>generous storage capacity<\/strong> to the fullest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Webex Meetings pros:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Superb audio and video conferencing quality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generous cloud storage \u2014 starting at 10 GB in the free plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elaborate collaboration options perfect for remote teams working together on a shared project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Webex Meetings cons:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complex user interface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pricey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s new in Webex Meetings?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the <a href=\"https:\/\/help.webex.com\/en-us\/article\/8dmbcr\/What's-New-in-Webex-Suite#Cisco_Reference.dita_0ef76123-0d49-4e62-b537-653ecaa92c98\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">December 2025 update<\/a>, Webex Meetings can now automatically detect spoken languages during a meeting to provide more accurate transcriptions and translations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Available for:<\/strong> Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-4\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">Want a better alternative to Zoom than Webex? 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The app lets you communicate and work with your team in server channels using:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Text messaging <\/strong>(neatly organized into channels and threads),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Voice channels <\/strong>(which can also be used to initiate video calls with up to 25 people, on the free plan), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>File <\/strong>and <strong>screen sharing<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"670\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Discord-voice-channel.png\" alt=\"Discord voice channel\" class=\"wp-image-21502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Discord-voice-channel.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Discord-voice-channel-537x300.png 537w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Discord-voice-channel-1110x620.png 1110w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Discord-voice-channel-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Discord-voice-channel-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Discord voice channel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for great audio performance, Discord may be the perfect solution for your team. Its Krisp-powered noise cancellation ensures impeccable audio quality even when multiple people are talking over each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best of all, all these features are available for free \u2014 though that doesn\u2019t make <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/discord-vs-whatsapp\/\">Discord <\/a>the best platform for internal communication in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you can ignore its <strong>lack of business-grade security features<\/strong>, you may object to the 10 MB file sharing limit you\u2019ll have with the free version of Discord. Then again, you could always upgrade to the paid version of the platform for $2.99 or $9.99 per month to increase that limit to 50 or 500 MB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Discord pros:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Great audio quality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No time limit on the calls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Affordable (starts at $2.99 per month)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Discord cons:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The free plan only lets you have 25 people in a video call<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited file sharing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s new in Discord?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting in the second half of 2026, Discord will start <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/press-releases\/discord-launches-teen-by-default-settings-globally\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">age assurance checks<\/a>. Users can\u2019t access sensitive or age-restricted servers and channels without confirming they\u2019re adults through a face scan or by submitting a photo ID.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Available for:<\/strong> Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more on how Discord compares to Zoom and why it\u2019s considered one of its best alternatives, visit our detailed comparison guide on the blog:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/discord-vs-zoom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discord vs Zoom: Which Is Best for Virtual Meetings?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-1\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">#1 Discord alternative for professionals<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Improve collaboration and cut down on emails by moving your team communication to Pumble.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\/free-discord-alternative\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-stretch \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-1@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-1.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"looking-for-the-zoom-alternatives-for-2026-think-bigger\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Looking for the Zoom alternatives for 2026? Think bigger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re on the hunt for Zoom alternatives in 2026, you may be tempted to find an app that offers similar features to Zoom at a lower price and call it a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, why settle for that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though Zoom is actually a part of a bigger suite of hybrid work tools, most people still only use it for video conferencing. 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