The tools are listed in order of Capterra user ratings and number of reviews.
1. Wimi
Capterra user rating: 5/5
Reviews: 75+
Wimi comes from Paris and is much more than just a video conferencing platform: it is a full-featured project management tool with features such as task management, milestone tracking and Kanban boards.
Free version: Includes eight projects, 10 GB of storage, and email support for up to three users.
Upgrade costs: per user per month) offer philippines telegram data unlimited projects and users, 250 GB of storage space, file sharing and telephone support.
2. Glip
Capterra user rating: 4.5/5
Reviews: 90+
Glip was founded in 2012 and acquired by RingCentral in 2015. In addition to video conferencing, it offers some bonus features such as task management and file sharing.
Free version: Unlimited storage; unlimited posts, integrations and guest users. The free version allows up to 500 minutes of shared video chat per month.
If you decide to upgrade, for $5 per user per month, you get 1,000 minutes of video chat per person per month, plus advanced management options, data retention policies, compliance export options, and 24/7 priority support.
3. GoToMeeting
GoToMeeting as a free Skype alternative
Setting up a GoToMeeting video conference with the Messenger feature
Capterra user rating: 4/5
Reviews: 460+
GoToMeeting has been around since 2004 and is part of the Citrix Systems software group. The software is known for "one-click" meetings and focuses on easy-to-set-up video conferences. You can start talking right away, instead of downloading additional software and clicking through multiple menus.
Free version: Collaborate with up to three other people using the Google Chrome browser. The free version includes screen sharing.
Upgrade costs: Paid versions start at €24/month (€19/month with annual payment) for up to ten people and offer additional features such as mobile apps, drawing tools, and the transfer of keyboard and mouse control.
4. Join.Me
Capterra user rating: 4/5
Reviews: 140+
Join.Me is part of the Boston-based LogMeIn software group and is known for its pleasant, straightforward interface and reliable connection. The free version offers many advanced features (including customer support!).
Free version: Unlimited meetings for up to three participants, screen sharing, chat, file transfer and email support.
Upgrade costs: Paid versions start at €108 per year and allow up to 250 meeting participants and offer features such as international conferencing and audio-only conferencing. There are also discounts for nonprofit organizations .
Other free Skype alternatives?
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