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Zoom Workplace alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Zoom Workplace: free plan cuts group meetings at 40 minutes, and webinars, phone and rooms cost extra. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Zoom Workplace, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Google Meet currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Jitsi Meet logoJitsi MeetOpen sourceYesWeb, iOS, Android +14 of 457.2
  1. Jitsi Meet logo

    1. Jitsi MeetTop pick

    Best for: People who want free calls without accounts, or organisations that want to self-host

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, iOS, Android, Self-hosted

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zoom Workplace

    Free and open source, with no account or time limit for basic calls.

    Pros

    • Free and open source
    • Guests join from a browser with no account
    • Can be self-hosted for full control

    Cons

    • Large meetings need well-provisioned servers
    • Less polished than commercial tools
    • Fewer admin and webinar features
    Visit Jitsi Meet Compare with Zoom WorkplaceDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Jitsi Meet a good Zoom Workplace alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Open source
    Yes, 100%
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jitsi.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Account needed to join
    No
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jitsi.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jitsi.github.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Trademark owner
    8x8
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jitsi.org(opens source in a new tab)

The best Zoom Workplace alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Google Meet logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for most people

Google Meet

Runs in the browser with no install and comes with Google Workspace.

Jitsi Meet logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for a free option

Jitsi Meet

Free and open source, with no account or time limit for basic calls.

Webex logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Webex

Similar enterprise feature set with a free plan and strong hardware ecosystem.

Jitsi Meet logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for open source

Jitsi Meet

Free and open source, with no account or time limit for basic calls.

Jitsi Meet logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for self-hosting

Jitsi Meet

Free and open source, with no account or time limit for basic calls.

GoTo Meeting logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for Mac

GoTo Meeting

A long-standing business alternative with no free plan but simple pricing tiers.

Microsoft Teams logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for Windows

Microsoft Teams

Usually already paid for in Microsoft 365, with chat and files built in.

Webex logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for Linux

Webex

Similar enterprise feature set with a free plan and strong hardware ecosystem.

Whereby logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for iPhone and Android

Whereby

Simpler browser-based rooms with permanent links and no downloads for guests.

Google Meet logo

Best Zoom Workplace alternative for working in the browser

Google Meet

Runs in the browser with no install and comes with Google Workspace.

Zoom Workplace alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Zoom Workplace?

Google Meet ranks first right now. Runs in the browser with no install and comes with Google Workspace. Webex and Jitsi Meet follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Zoom Workplace?

Yes. Google Meet (free plan + paid), Webex (free plan + paid), Jitsi Meet (open source) and Microsoft Teams (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Zoom Workplace?

Yes: Jitsi Meet. Jitsi Meet can also be self-hosted.

Which Zoom Workplace alternatives work on Linux?

Webex runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Zoom Workplace?

The complaints we hear most: free plan cuts group meetings at 40 minutes; webinars, phone and rooms cost extra; the app has grown cluttered with non-meeting features.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Zoom Workplace, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.