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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
1Google Meet logoGoogle MeetFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 466.5
2Webex logoWebexFree plan + paidNoWeb, macOS, Windows +33 of 359.6
3Jitsi Meet logoJitsi MeetOpen sourceYesWeb, iOS, Android +14 of 457.2
4Whereby logoWherebyPaidNoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 355.3
5GoTo Meeting logoGoTo MeetingPaidNoWeb, macOS, Windows +24 of 453.6
6Microsoft Teams logoMicrosoft TeamsFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +20 of 341.7
  1. Google Meet logo

    1. Google MeetTop pick

    Best for: Teams on Google Workspace who want meetings that launch straight from Calendar

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zoom Workplace

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

    Pros

    • Nothing to install for hosts or guests
    • Included with Google Workspace plans
    • Tight Gmail and Calendar integration

    Cons

    • Free group calls end at 60 minutes
    • Fewer webinar and large-event tools than Zoom or Webex
    • Recording and larger meetings need paid plans
    Visit Google Meet Compare with Zoom WorkplaceDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    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 Google Meet a good Zoom Workplace alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan participants
    Up to 100
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free group call length
    60 minutes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free one-to-one calls
    Up to 24 hours
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Largest meetings
    Up to 1,000 participants on premium plans
    Checked Oct 25, 2026workspace.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Webex logo

    2. Webex

    Best for: Large organisations, especially those with Cisco meeting room and phone hardware

    Free plan + paidWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zoom Workplace

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

    Pros

    • Strong security, compliance and FedRAMP options
    • Works closely with Cisco room devices
    • Meetings, messaging, calling and webinars in one app

    Cons

    • Free plan limited to 40-minute meetings
    • Admin and licensing can be complex
    • Interface feels heavier than newer tools
    Visit Webex Compare with Zoom WorkplaceDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 Webex a good Zoom Workplace alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Free plan
    Unlimited meetings up to 40 min, 100 attendees
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pricing.webex.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Credit card for free plan
    Not required
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pricing.webex.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Largest plan
    Up to 1,000 attendees, FedRAMP authorized
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pricing.webex.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Jitsi Meet logo

    3. Jitsi Meet

    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)
  4. Whereby logo

    4. Whereby

    Best for: Small teams and client-facing professionals who want simple, permanent meeting links

    PaidWeb, iOS, Android

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zoom Workplace

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

    Pros

    • Guests join in the browser with no download or login
    • Permanent, memorable room links
    • Embedded API for adding video to your own product

    Cons

    • Not designed for webinars or very large meetings
    • Free option is limited
    • Fewer admin controls than enterprise suites
    Visit Whereby Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    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 Whereby a good Zoom Workplace alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Guest access
    No downloads or login
    Checked Oct 25, 2026whereby.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Meetings pricing
    Per user licence
    Checked Oct 25, 2026whereby.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Embedded pricing
    Charged by usage
    Checked Oct 25, 2026whereby.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. GoTo Meeting logo

    5. GoTo Meeting

    Best for: Businesses that want a conventional, supported meeting tool with dial-in options

    PaidWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zoom Workplace

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

    Pros

    • Simple, dependable meetings
    • Toll-free and call-me dial-in options
    • Pairs with GoTo Connect phones and GoTo Webinar

    Cons

    • No free plan after the trial
    • Slower to add new features than rivals
    • Fewer collaboration extras than Zoom or Teams
    Visit GoTo Meeting Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    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 GoTo Meeting a good Zoom Workplace alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    14 days, no credit card
    Checked Oct 25, 2026goto.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Professional plan
    150 participants
    Checked Oct 25, 2026goto.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business plan
    250 participants
    Checked Oct 25, 2026goto.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Availability
    190+ countries
    Checked Oct 25, 2026goto.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Microsoft Teams logo

    6. Microsoft Teams

    Best for: Organizations already using Microsoft 365

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    41.7

    score / 100

    Why switch from Zoom Workplace

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

    Pros

    • Included in many Microsoft 365 plans
    • Strong meetings and calling
    • Office file co-editing

    Cons

    • Interface can feel cluttered
    • Best experience requires Microsoft 365
    Visit Microsoft Teams Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.352
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1515
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Microsoft Teams a good Zoom Workplace alternative?

    Verified facts

    0 of 3 verified
    Free version
    Yes
    Not checked yetmicrosoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Meetings
    Video meetings and webinars
    Not checked yetmicrosoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Microsoft 365 integration
    Yes
    Not checked yetmicrosoft.com(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.