# Google Meet Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Google Meet the right Meeting solution for you? Explore 12125 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 (12125) [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 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 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 NC Natalie C Admissions CoordinatorEducation Management, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “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.“ March 24, 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 Bill T BOH managerFood & Beverages, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The rise of COVID and the increase of co-workers working from home made conferencing software vital, and Google did the right kind of integration with the rest of their services to make something that works for most people's needs.“ February 8, 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 AL Ayo L Admin SpecialistConsumer Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “A great software for meeting, both voice and video calls, works seamless on mobile and PC, ease for also scheduling calendar meetings with contacts“ August 22, 2025 BK Bri K Marketing DirectorNon-Profit Organization Management, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I've also struggled to access customer support at times, with dealing with AI loops or long waits to access help for basic issues.“ April 30, 2026 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 12125 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Megan C. Founder and CEO Biotechnology Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great Option for a Startup" May 2, 2026 4.0 I am happy with my overall experience with Google and Google Meet. I trust their products and I am grateful that it continues to get upgraded and expanded features. Pros I am grateful for the value for money option and the easy of setting up meetings. The background options are great - they look realistic and they're beautiful. Cons My least favorite thing about Google Meet is the random poor quality of the meeting, probably happening about 20% of the time. Alternatives considered [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Reason for choosing Google Meet It was more expensive to go with Zoom and everyone seems to be familiar with Google Meet. 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 Wren W. Office Administrator Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple, Reliable, and Good Enough for Everyday Meetings" December 9, 2025 3.0 Overall, my experience has been mostly positive. It’s reliable enough for daily use, easy for new users, and integrates with the rest of Google Workspace. While it lacks advanced features, it handles standard meetings without much friction. For everyday communication and team check-ins, it works well enough. Pros Google Meet is easy to use, cleanly designed, and simple for anyone to join or host meetings with minimal confusion. The integration with Google Calendar and Drive is convenient, though some background options, participant controls, and file-sharing features feel limited compared to competitors. Occasional audio drops or screen-share glitches show up, but nothing that makes the tool unusable. Overall, it’s a fairly reliable everyday meeting platform that covers the essentials well. Best of all it's freeeee! Cons What I like least is the limited feature set compared to other video platforms. Backgrounds lag or pixelate, participant management tools feel basic, and screen sharing can behave inconsistently. When issues happen, support isn’t very accessible, and troubleshooting falls mostly on the user. It works, but it’s missing some depth and polish that heavier platforms offer. 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 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 RR Rachel R. Software Implementer Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Easy and lightweight" May 8, 2026 5.0 Very happy with this. It's a great, lightweight, free meeting tool that you can use both for personal meetings as an alternative to Skype/Whatsapp, as well as for business meetings. Pros Love that it's free, and there are a ton of options, even on the free plan. Easy to use, it's lightweight, and I love that people can easily join from a mobile device. If you have people joining from a bunch of different types of devices, this is a lot easier to use than Zoom. It also allows you to share your screen. Cons The free plan doesn't allow Gemini to record meetings. I use an external notetaker, but it would be nice to have Gemini integrated. Additionally, it allows screen sharing... but you can't take control of someone else's computer! Google Meet, we're waiting for that feature! Alternatives considered [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Reason for choosing Google Meet It's free - even for longer meetings. I couldn't justify the cost of Zoom. 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 AB Anna B. Kinesiologist Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Google Meets - Your Virtual Meetings App" May 24, 2026 5.0 Google Meets is perfect for those already using other google products like Gmail because the integration is seamless. Pros I like how easy it is to synch with my emails. My calendar can generate automatic links for meetings just with a time slot. Cons Not everyone is familiar with it and it is not as reliable yet as zoom or teams. Sometimes the sound quality is not the best. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Better integrated with my Gmail and other google apps. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer CFO Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy to implement and use " December 23, 2025 5.0 Very positive. Google meet is my video conferencing software of choice given price to value and easy integration into rest of the Google suite. Pros Very easy to implement and use and is compatible with most firm firewall and security standards, which makes collaboration with third party vendors and partners seamless. Cons Sometimes more pixelated and video cutouts versus other providers like Zoom, but not enough so to merit switching. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Primarily cost - price to value wasn’t there with zoom Review Source Mihaela O. Affiliate Program Manager Management Consulting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best tool for online meetings. " August 4, 2025 5.0 I've been using Google Meet for several years now, hosting several meetings every week, sometimes every day, without issues. I've never needed Customer Support and never dealt with any bugs or issues. It's really great. I especially love how easy it is to integrate with Google Calendars, confirm, and schedule meetings, even from your mobile. Pros Google Meet is my favorite meeting tool. It's free, easy to use, works better than other tools I've used, doesn't require additional app installations, provides great background options, and makes it easy to share screens, information, and files with the other participants during the meeting. Cons It's difficult to find faults. I like everything about it, from the friendly interface to the lovely backgrounds, intuitive menu, and streamline functioning. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Costs and usage limitations, calendar syncing abilities, etc. Review Source MD Maggie D. Office Manager Computer Hardware Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great, inexpensive platform!" November 28, 2025 5.0 Overall, Google Meet has been a dependable tool for managing interviews, team check-ins, and remote onboarding. It keeps our hiring process running smoothly and reduces a lot of the friction that usually comes with virtual meetings. It’s not overly fancy, but it gets the job done and supports our HR operations in a simple, efficient way. Pros Google Meet makes scheduling and hosting virtual interviews super easy. It integrates smoothly with Google Calendar, which keeps our team organized and avoids double-booking. The video quality is usually reliable, and the platform is straightforward enough that even less tech-savvy candidates can join without issues. I also like that everything is browser-based, so there’s no app download barrier. Cons When the internet connection isn’t strong, the audio can get choppy and cause delays during interviews. The screen-sharing tools work, but they’re pretty basic, and sometimes it feels limited compared to other platforms. Breakout rooms would also be helpful for group interviews or onboarding sessions, but they’re not always intuitive to set up. Switched from [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Less expensive option that was still easy to transition to. Review Source NN Nabil N. IT IS Manager Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple and reliable for internal use" March 26, 2026 4.0 Reliable for day-to-day meetings. Works well within the Google ecosystem but lacks some advanced functionality. Pros Easy to use, no install required. Good integration with Google Workspace. Stable for most meetings.. Cons Limited features compared to other platforms. Can have quality issues on weaker connections. Admin controls are basic. Alternatives considered [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.com/p/144037/Zoom-Video-Conferencing/) Reason for choosing Google Meet Better integration with our current Google workspace environments 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 Jagdish P. Senior Cloud Solutions Architect Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "google meet is good for my client calls." October 22, 2025 5.0 i had to present a big marketing strategy to a new client in usa. we are in india. travel was not possible. we used google meet. i shared my screen and showed them all the slides, the data, and the social media plan. the call was for 1 hour and it worked perfectly. the client was very happy and we got the project. Pros it is very easy to use. i just send a link and everyone can join. no need to download big software. i like screen sharing a lot. i can show my marketing reports and presentations to clients very easily. the calendar integration is also very good, it reminds me of my meetings. background change option is very useful during meetings. Cons sometimes the video quality is not very good, especially if many people are in the call. the free version has a time limit which is a problem for long meetings. also finding the recording after the meeting is sometimes confusing. it goes to my drive but i have to search for it. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer BOH manager Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Meet provides a terrific, easy to use video call service that can be free for most" February 8, 2026 4.0 The rise of COVID and the increase of co-workers working from home made conferencing software vital, and Google did the right kind of integration with the rest of their services to make something that works for most people's needs. Pros For smaller teams, or just one-on-one meetings, Google Meet has more capability than most people need, and works when you need it to. Cons Needing to pay in order to get access to things like recordings is unfortunate, but understandable. The free tier is enough for most. 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 KP Kiran P. SME Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple, Stable, and Great for Remote Teams" July 5, 2025 5.0 My overall experience with Google Meet has been smooth and reliable. It’s easy to use, requires no installation, and works well across devices. I’ve used it for both personal and professional calls, and it consistently delivers good video and audio quality. Pros Simple and seamless experience. I love how easy it is to join a meeting—just click a link and you're in, no need to download software. The integration with Google Calendar is super handy, and the video/audio quality is reliable even with average internet Cons The in-call chat is basic and doesn’t persist after the meeting ends, which makes it hard to refer back to shared links or comments. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Director of Sales and Marketing Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy To Use- Lightweight- Mission Critical" March 1, 2026 5.0 Pros Google Meet is lightweight- easy to use- and user-friendly. We use it every day and couldn't do our work with Google and their suite of products. Cons I wish that the "Add Google Meet" button was automatically added on Google Calendar. I wish the "Record With Gemini" would automatically start. 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 AI Anthony I. Founder Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good value for its a reliable meeting tool" September 9, 2025 5.0 Joining meetings is very simple, the video quality is staying steady and the screen sharing works smoothly. Pros I like the smooth video conferencing quality, with calls running without any drops and recording helping me keep track of action points properly. Cons It’s good, but there’s room for more polish on the user interface and advanced customization options. Review Source DC Dennis C. Medical Laboratory Technologist Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Everyone Needs Google Meet" July 23, 2025 5.0 Google Meet help me to schedule and host online meetings with other professionals across all departments in our hospital and healthcare organization. Pros As a Technologist, Google Meet has made my life and work easier since it offers HD video and DOLBY voice quality that streamline internal and external conferences in one place. Cons The bug that I was experiencing in my Android device has been a history ever since I switched to iOS which rarely auto-log out my account. 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.