Zoom vs Google Meet

Zoom and Google Meet are the most common video meeting tools.

Feature	Zoom	Google Meet
Best for	Anyone who needs reliable video meetings and webinars.	Google Workspace users and anyone wanting no-install meetings.
Pricing	Free plan available. Paid plans add more features and limits.	Free plan available. Paid plans add more features and limits.
Platform	Web, Desktop, iOS, Android	Web, iOS, Android
Covers	Video conferencing, Webinar & virtual event platforms	Video conferencing
Key features	Video meetings, Webinars, Team Chat, Recording and transcripts, AI Companion	Browser meetings, Calendar integration, Live captions, Recording (paid), Gemini notes (paid)
Strengths	Reliable and familiar; Good video quality; Strong webinar tools	Nothing to install; Simple; Integrated with Calendar and Gmail
Weaknesses	Free meetings are time-limited; Add-ons increase cost	Free group calls are time-limited; Fewer webinar features

Choose Zoom if…

You need webinars, large meetings and advanced meeting controls.

You use Google Workspace and want simple meetings with nothing to install.

For Google Workspace teams, Meet is usually enough. Zoom is better for webinars, large events and power users.

Features and pricing change often. Check both vendors' websites for current plans before you buy.