# Google Meet Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Google Meet the right Meeting solution for you? Explore 12144 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/176572/Google-Hangouts/reviews --- Google Meet 4.5 (12144) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/176572/Google-Hangouts/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of Google Meet Ease of use 4.6 Customer Service 4.3 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews PH Paul H Creative DirectorDesign, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Google Meet has also helped us to speed up our team communications and improve our collaboration during projects by allowing us to hold quick virtual meetings to discuss how we will execute our projects.“ June 30, 2026 SP Stephanie P American accent coachE-Learning, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I have run into issues where I would have needed to restart the call in order to enable permissions to share a different window. And it's often not possible to continue to see the video feeds of other call participants while screensharing from a different tab.“ April 10, 2026 PH Paul H Creative DirectorDesign, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Our needs of holding regular meeting discussions to discuss our design projects both with our clients and within our design team led us to implement Google Meet which has been allowing us to easily and conveniently plan and host our meetings virtually.“ June 30, 2026 BT Brianna T Lead EditorConsumer Services, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Sometimes I have issues with sharing my screen via Google meets, where it will let me share a window but not a document or my full screen.“ April 5, 2026 SH Spencer H Software DeveloperInformation Technology and Services, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Running online meetings is much easier with Google Meet and thesc reen sharing feature is also available even on phones, which helps a lot when explaining things during a call.“ June 11, 2026 Zach P Marketing CoordinatorEducation Management, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “There really isn't much that I can critique about Google Meet, the only thing I could say negatively is when you are running it through Google Chrome it can be quite resource-heavy on your computer and can sometimes cause lag issues if you don't have a fast upload/download speed from your internet provider.“ February 23, 2026 AD Arnold D Senior executiveInformation Technology and Services, 10,001+ employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Features like screen sharing, live captions, and seamless integration with Google Calendar make it easy to stay organized and keep meetings moving efficiently.“ June 23, 2026 Cristin H Office managerAutomotive, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It lacks advanced webinar and interactive presentation tools out of the box compared to standalone competitors like zoom.“ June 29, 2026 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 12144 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Saloni G. Freelancer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Meet -A video Conferencing and Interactive Platform " June 29, 2026 5.0 As per my use and experience it is nice as it is more user friendly than any other platform. I would suggest to use this as it is easier to manage and deliver meetings. Pros The product is easy to use and has good features which can allow group of participants to join the meeting .It has background options to manage the webinars meetings and classes . The product was very helpful in the situation of covid-19 for online classes of students and the product is value for money. Cons Limited feature in the free plan and requires stable internet connection while meetings etc. Meeting duration limits in free plans which raises the issue of time limits and deadlines. Review Source SB SIDHARTH B. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A Highly Reliable, Secure, and Foolproof Virtual Classroom Solution" May 30, 2026 5.0 Overall, my experience with Google Meet has been exceptionally positive. As an educator, it serves as a highly reliable and efficient backbone for virtual classrooms. While it may lack a few advanced student-engagement tools out of the box, its seamless connection with Google Workspace, rock-solid security, and foolproof ease of use completely outweigh the minor drawbacks. It makes distance learning organized, accessible, and smooth for both teachers and students alike Pros What I appreciate most about Google Meet is how user-friendly it is for both teachers and students. Managing large classes is very easy, and the platform doesn't lag during live presentations. It is lightweight, highly secure, and makes online interactive learning completely hassle-free Cons It is a bit restrictive that you cannot record lectures natively unless you have a premium enterprise account. Also, managing permissions for external students (those joining without a school domain email) can sometimes be a bit tedious during a live session. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) There are large no of options and easy to use make me to switch on this platform Review Source SB Scott B. Electrician Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Google Meet is free so deal with donwside" July 8, 2026 3.0 Pros I love that it offers plenty of useful features on my phone like screen sharing and mentions, which is very useful for more than two people on a call. Cons One thing that throws me off is the video call quality. I want to see everyone clearly instead of blurry. Review Source RV Rakhi V. QA Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Google Meet" April 15, 2026 5.0 is a solid tool that does what it needs to without overcomplicating things. The tight integration with Google Workspace is genuinely convenient if you're already using those tools day to day. It's not perfect for every use case but for straightforward meetings it's dependable and easy enough that there's barely any learning curve. Pros The Google Calendar integration made joining meetings seamless since the link was always right there without having to search for it. The interface was clean and simple which made it easy to focus on the meeting itself rather than figuring out the tool. Connection quality was also consistently reliable even when my internet wasn't at its best. Cons Breakout rooms felt clunky and weren't as smooth to manage compared to other platforms I've used. The engagement options during larger calls were pretty limited and I found myself wishing there were more ways to interact. Background noise cancellation was also inconsistent and sometimes let through more than it should have. Switched from [Slack](https://www.capterra.com/p/135003/Slack/) Slack often gets disconnected and I have audio issues in it Review Source MUA Muhammad Usman A. Sales and Operations Business Supplies and Equipment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Meet (Great Tool)" June 28, 2026 5.0 Great experience! I have been working with it for more than 12 years now, and I cannot imagine working without it. Simply amazing! It has everything that one might require in a meeting Pros It's an amazing tool for online meetings, offering great features where we can explain our projects and share files with the other party. Easy to use and great call quality Cons It has everything one might need in an online meeting; you can share your screen and files, and the call quality is just amazing. So all is good from my side Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) When I used Google Meet, I found it a great replacement Review Source AA Aroob A. Web Developer Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Meet for random meetings " June 13, 2026 4.0 Pros Amazing free app for quick meetings or scheduled meetings with anyone. You just have to send the link and you are quick to go. You can also share screen and send files through the chat. Cons Sometimes the video quality is not that good. It offers some filters to improve your video but those filters also make you quite blurry. Switched from [Microsoft Teams](https://www.capterra.com/p/168668/Microsoft-Teams/) Because google meet is easier and accessible to more people. Review Source KM Kim M. Financial Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "In my opinion, google meet is a bit superior to Microsoft Teams " May 17, 2026 5.0 Pros I like its ease of use, background option. It doesn't have any bugs problems. Participants are easy to manage. It is not cost to use as Microsoft Teams does. Cons The interface looks less professional in my opinion, and that's a minor disadvantage. But other than that, it's superior to Microsoft Teams. Switched from [Microsoft Teams](https://www.capterra.com/p/168668/Microsoft-Teams/) Microsoft Teams is a bit expensive than Google meet. Review Source JR Jeff R. Project Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Meet Review" June 8, 2026 5.0 Overall this is a great platform for my team to have video calls/meetings. It covers all the basics we need and is free. Pros For my small team the free tier is perfect and very cost effective. This is one of the easiest platforms I have used. Set up of accounts/meetings is also very easy. Cons You are limited to how you can customize it and it can feel basic at times. I have had trouble screen sharing and trying to get help from support is tough as they are more hands off. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) To explore other features to determine which platform is best for our company. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Data entry Events Services Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Meetings." May 23, 2026 4.0 Overall good app for meetings with higher number of participants , If there would be an option for turning off the mirror effect, it would have been better Pros Very good app for meetings and even used in colleges/universities for Online classes.We can add background as well Cons Least i like is the mirror effect in video meeting.Whenever i am in a meeting and my video is on ,It just make my face in a mirror effect. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) If was very compex to use , on the other hand google meet is way better Review Source Cristin H. Office manager Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Highly reliable meeting tool with great calendar integration" June 29, 2026 4.0 Google meet provides a very clean, reliable, and straightforward video conferencing experience. It serves as an excellent everyday tool for internal team syncing and quick external client calls due to its ease of access Pros The best future is the frictionless, browser-based entry. Users do not need to download software or apps to join a meeting. It also integrates perfectly with Google calendar, automatically adding a video link to invitations with one click Cons It lacks advanced webinar and interactive presentation tools out of the box compared to standalone competitors like zoom. Additionally, video quality can degrade rapidly if the internet connection is unstable Review Source VR Verified Reviewer SQA Engineer Logistics and Supply Chain Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google? Uh-what? Let's Meet!" December 4, 2025 4.0 Overall I can say that using Google Meet is easier than any other meeting options available in the market since this is a Google product known for integrating each product they put out to each other. Pros Google Meet is easy to navigate as long as you have an existing google account. It is also integrated in most third party applications used for work communications. Cons The Leave Meeting button is always mistakenly clicked when exiting from screen sharing. These happened to me multiple times and to my colleagues. Switched from [Microsoft Teams](https://www.capterra.com/p/168668/Microsoft-Teams/) We moved out of Office 365 for business reasons. Review Source VB Violet B. Artist Representative Arts and Crafts Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Loyal Google Meet Customer!" April 24, 2026 5.0 I started using Google Meet when Zoom got overwhelmed with new users in 2020. That platform had begun to glitch on me so I looked for something else that was affordable, user friendly and reliable. Google Meet served all my needs as a small business owner and helped keep my business flowing through the chaotic times of Covid and after I moved away from where the bulk of my clients' live. Pros Google Meet is beyond user friendly and supplies multiple functions for small business owners like myself. It's easily accessible and incredibly affordable! Cons There's actually nothing that I would change about this platform right now. It met all my needs and allowed me to continue serving my clients even when I moved 1 1/2 hours away AND during Covid! Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Zoom had become too overwhelmed during Covid and I needed a more reliable service during that time. Review Source PM Philip M. Operations Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Less Bandwidth Overall For Easier Meetings" December 18, 2025 4.0 This has been a great addition to our company for international meetings. The attendees are able to use this easier than Zoom, so that works for us. Pros This video calling doesn't use as much bandwidth as Zoom, so it works well with people who do not have as much internet access as others. I also like how when you share browser tabs it doesn't show the other open tabs. Cons When I am trying to share screens, the pop up window gets in my way. I have to keep moving the pop up screen around and it gets frustrating. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) This uses less bandwidth than Zoom so it is easier for people overseas to take part in the meeting. Review Source NC Natalie C. Admissions Coordinator Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Can't make a meeting? Use Google Meet! " March 24, 2026 5.0 Google meet is easy to use, and so convenient. Scheduling, privacy, and additional features like captioning options allow for productive virtual meeting spaces. Pros I love how Google Meet easily lets our admissions office meet with students virtually all over the Globe! Often, we need to conduct out of town student interviews, and Google meet allows us to meet potential students without the hassle of phone calls and travel. We are able to edit, and adjust meeting times with ease to help benefit everyone's schedules. Cons I really haven't found anything that is not user friendly. I am very pleased with the management and ease of use. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Google Meets better synced with all of our other software. Review Source Amber M. Owner Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Will Continue to Use!" March 18, 2026 4.0 Overall, Google Meet is an incredible tool for being free with a Gmail account, it allows for quick and easy access, simple scheduling, and immediate availability (i.e. start a meeting now). Pros I love that Google Meet is universal. I can quickly and easily send a link to my client without them having to sign up for anything or overcomplicate the process. I appreciate that it has blurred background and enhancement options. Cons The one problem I have run into with Google Meet in the past is the sound cutting out. It has caused me to have to end calls multiple times, which is very frustrating in professional client meetings. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Zoom cost money and had time limits, but Google Meet does all of that with no cost. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Project Manager Entertainment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple, Reliable, and Perfect for Everyday Meetings!" March 31, 2026 4.0 Overall it’s great for something that’s free. I use it every day and hardly ever run into problems. I really like how it’s built right into Google Calendar, so I don’t have to deal with creating and sharing meeting links like you do with Zoom. Pros \- imbedded into google calendar - not too laggy - easy simple and nice looking UI - free to use Google Meet is honestly pretty easy to use and gets the job done! It connects right into Google Calendar so joining meetings is super quick and convenient. It usually runs smoothly without much lag which is nice, and the layout is clean and simple so you don’t have to figure anything out. It's also free, which makes it a great option for everyday calls. Cons The mic can be a bit unreliable sometimes, with random connectivity issues that can get annoying (and require headphones). Occasionally you have to restart your computer just to fix it. Review Source Zach P. Marketing Coordinator Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The Online Meet Up Spot - Google Meet" February 23, 2026 5.0 Overall, Google Meet has proven to be a reliable and easy to use video conferencing software that is great for all meeting sizes. It is easy to manage, has a well designed user interface and for new users it is simple to learn. Pros Google Meet is an ideal platform for video calling and meeting that is widely accessible and does not require installation of any additional software. The built in tools like custom backgrounds or blurred backgrounds is convenient for users who may wish to adjust their background imagery. It is incredibly simple to set up meetings and to invite participants both inside and outside of your organization. Since most people are already familiar with Google products the learning curve for using Google Meet is incredibly simple and takes virtually no time to adjust to. Cons There really isn't much that I can critique about Google Meet, the only thing I could say negatively is when you are running it through Google Chrome it can be quite resource-heavy on your computer and can sometimes cause lag issues if you don't have a fast upload/download speed from your internet provider. I think this is fairly common across many web-connected Google services as it eats up a lot of RAM. Review Source Sunita P. Experienced Cloud Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "My daily standup and incident room" January 25, 2026 5.0 It is standard for our team communication. We use it for every sprint planning. It is reliable mostly and I don't need to install app, it works in browser. Good for handling production incidents calls with many engineers joining together. Pros I use this for daily standup and architecture review. It is very easy to share screen and show the cloud console logs. Integration with calendar is smooth, just one click to join. Background noise cancellation helps when I am working from noisy cafe. Cons Sometimes when I share screen, my laptop becomes very slow and hot. If internet is fluctuating, the voice breaks a lot. I cannot send large log files directly in chat easily. It consumes lot of battery on my laptop during long calls. Review Source SM Simon M. Senior Project Engineer Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple and Quick Accessible Video Conferencing Tool" January 22, 2026 5.0 Overall Google Meet offer a simple and smooth set up process, just a click for instant meeting or creating a meeting for later. Pros Creating a meeting and inviting participants with Google Meet is smooth and quick. Easy to start an instant meeting or schedule one for later ,just a single click. Perfectly works direct in web browser ,no need to download anything. Connects seamlessly with other Google apps .Easy to schedule meetings through Google Calendar, send invites from Gmail and send files form Google drive. Offer a free plan that has many features one needs. Also offer emojis,screensharing ,live polls,vrtual backgrounds etc that boost engagement. Cons Although Google Meet offer amazing engagement tools, lacks some basic one such as waiting rooms and whiteboards . Review Source IL Ian L. Team Lead Entertainment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Elevate Your Meeting" November 22, 2025 5.0 We typically use Google Meet to create, record and plan meetings with others. It's even easier to use than other services. Pros Google meet has been extremely helpful, perfectly priced and extremely reliable. It's really easy to use and never causes issues. Cons I have no complaints when it comes to Google Meet. It does everything I could ask it to do and then some. Review Source Avery C. Co-Founder Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best E-Meeting Platform on the Market!" January 14, 2026 5.0 Google Meet is the best e-meeting platform that there is. I have never had an issue and would recommend to anyone looking for an e-meeting provider. Pros I love the easy ability to create links for both Google users and non-users alike. This makes collaboration very easy. Cons I wish there was a better way to attach specific documents, presentations and external files directly to meetings so that collaboration is even easier. Review Source MMJ Medina- Maldonado J. Graphic designer Graphic Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "My experience on google meet" April 22, 2026 5.0 Google meet is a very awesome online meeting streaming app . It been more than 5 years now that I have been using it to do online meetings both at work and at home. Pros I like the instant chat feature. I so much love as google meet is so easy to do online meeting with people. I like the fact that google meet doesn’t consume much data as zoom does. I haven’t experienced bugs problems so far. I so much love the availability of background options. It has a great value for money. Cons There is no con for google meet from me for now as most of its features are working well for me. It has a nice participant management. Review Source JF Jeffery F. Executive Director Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Iconic, Robusta and Full-featured web Conferencing Startup " August 26, 2025 5.0 Overall experience has been decent with Google Meet in regards to online events, web conferencing and remote work Pros Collaborating remotely with teams, stakeholders and customers has been at optimal with the help of Google Meet which offers DOLBY voice and HD video quality when conferencing. Cons The time limitation of 60 minutes on free the free tier was the most disgusting thing ever but I can’t complain since my organization upgraded to a paid version (Business Standard) which meets all my needs. Review Source SD Sami D. C.E.O Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A great experience with Google Meet." January 20, 2026 4.0 Google Meet is a collaboration tool for video conferencing.The best thing about the product is the ability ot handle customers queries instantly and proved accurate response reducing wastage of time and improves the overall customer experience. Pros The software integrates seamlessly with other tools like Google Calendar. The video and audio quality of the product is consistent and reliable. Google Meet enhances effective communication and easy screen sharing. Cons It has a higher pricing that is a limite to casual users or small teams. The product has limited advanced features which hinders interactive meeting experiences. Google Meet is limited to the maximum participants which is a challenge to large businesses. Review Source CS Christian S. President Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "My safe space for quick productivity in every meeting" September 19, 2025 5.0 Its ease of use, quick meeting invite, and stable video calls helps me a lot to manage internal communication and meetings very easily. Pros Google Meet is very easy to use, I can join or host a meeting with just a couple of clicks, no tech hassle. Cons Based on my usage, I have not come across any problems whatsoever. Google Meet is providing excellent services. Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.