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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated July 31st, 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 BN Brennan N Insurance AgentInsurance, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Browser-Dependent Performance for High-End Quality: Because it is heavily web-based, if a user's browser is bogged down with dozens of other open tabs, the video quality can sometimes stutter or drop resolution rather than optimizing via a dedicated desktop application.“ July 6, 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 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 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 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 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 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 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 12151 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 LC Leziel C. Virtual Teacher Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Online Meet Accessible Almost Everywhere" July 15, 2026 5.0 I like Google Meet due to its ease of use. I believe it also does not require big bandwidth as I can host or join meetings smoothly even using my phone. Pros What I like most about Google Meet is that it is quick and easy to generate meetings plus it can be generated through Google Calendar with the capacity to invite others. Cons What I like least about Google Meet is that when someone generates a meeting link and is not setup properly, others can use it without the host. Switched from [Webex Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/237272/Webex/) My employer’s choice maybe because of pricing. 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 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 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 Ben E. Marketing and communications executive Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A free and easy tool to video chat online" July 12, 2026 4.0 Google meet is great if you want to have a video chat with people online with a free and easy tool to use. Pros Google Meet is a great way to connect with people and have a video conversation easily online with anyone who is able to connect. Cons Google meet is great at being able to have video chats, but there is not a lot more functions that can be from Google Meet aside from this. Web chatting as part of google meet is not the best way to do this. 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 LG Lledi G. Senior Software Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "User Friendly Platform with Satsifactory Experience" January 20, 2026 5.0 The tool is more user friendly,has a deep integration with Google ecosystem which makes it easier to schedule and join meetings . Pros I love that Google Meet is straightforward ,no complicated set up ,super convenient and easy to use.Sharing files and collaborating with others is easy.The ability to send link quickly to team to join a meeting and have a video call together is a huge plus .Has the best video call connection compared to my previous experience with Teams .Features like live caption and auto noise cancellation are amazing. Cons It is a helpful tool but does not have advanced moderation features that sometimes causes inconvenience Switched from [Microsoft Teams](https://www.capterra.com/p/168668/Microsoft-Teams/) Google Meet has the best video call connection. Review Source Roger A. Owner Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple and effective video meeting tool!" January 16, 2026 5.0 Overall my experience is positive. It is stable, simple, and good value for money for daily meetings, with very few bugs or issues. Pros I like how easy it is to use and how well it integrates with Google Calendar. It works well for meetings and file management during calls. Cons Background options and participant management are limited compared to other tools. Translation function is quite confusing when using it. Switched from [Microsoft Teams](https://www.capterra.com/p/168668/Microsoft-Teams/) Because the tools was harder to understand how to work with my team! 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 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 SH Sophia H. Patient Care Coordinator Medical Practice Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "My Go-To Platform for Virtual Meetings" May 14, 2026 5.0 I use Google Meet weekly since I work remotely and out of state from the company I work for. It’s one of the easiest platforms to use when I want to quickly connect and meet with my coworkers. I especially like the features that allow me to blur my background, mute myself, or turn off screen sharing whenever needed. Another major benefit is how user-friendly the platform is overall. I also appreciate that Google Meet can take notes during meetings, which is extremely helpful if we need to review important information afterward. Overall, Google Meet has been a very reliable and convenient tool for communication and collaboration. Pros I love Google Meet because it is incredibly easy to use and set up. Since my coworkers and I already use Gmail and Google Chat, it’s very convenient to quickly send a Google Meet link whenever we need to discuss something briefly or hold a longer meeting. I also appreciate how reliable the platform is — I rarely experience any technical issues or bugs while using it. It's a great site to use to hold webinars because you can share your screen and present without any error or difficulty. Cons Truthfully, there is very little I dislike about Google Meet. Having used technology throughout my teenage and adult years, I have experienced many different virtual meeting platforms, and Google Meet has been my favorite overall. I find it to be the most user-friendly, reliable, and convenient option for virtual meetings. Review Source NC Nikki C. PERMIT TECH Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple and Reliable Video Conferencing Tool" May 5, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with Google Meet has been positive. It’s reliable, easy to use, and integrates well with Google Workspace. While it lacks some advanced features, it’s effective for everyday video meetings and remote communication. Pros What I liked most about Google Meet is how simple and reliable it is for video meetings. It connects easily through Google Workspace, offers good video quality, and requires no complicated setup to join or host meetings. Cons What I liked least about Google Meet is that it has fewer advanced collaboration features compared to some competitors, and performance can vary with weaker internet connections. Review Source ANJ Aja Nurse J. Communications Officer Civic & Social Organization Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reliable and Simple for Daily Communication" May 15, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with Google Meet at CRARR was excellent. As a Communications Officer, I used it daily for internal meetings, team coordination, and webinars. It was our main communication tool, especially when other systems were down. Google Meet was reliable, easy to use, and accessible for everyone on the team. It made collaboration smooth and helped us stay organized during busy periods. Pros What I liked most was how reliable and simple Google Meet was for internal communication at CRARR. Meetings started on time, screen sharing was smooth, and staff could join from any device. Cons What I liked least is that advanced webinar features are limited compared to Zoom. But for internal communication, it still worked perfectly. 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 Portia A. Nurse Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple, reliable and easy for everyday meetings" May 14, 2026 5.0 Overall, Google Meet has been reliable and convenient for both personal and professional meetings. The interface is clean, easy to navigate and works well for quick video calls, team meetings and online communication. I also like that there is no complicated setup required. Pros Google Meet is simple to use and easy to join from any device. I like how smoothly it connects with Gmail and Google Calendar, making meetings quick to schedule and access. The video and audio quality are usually very good as well. Cons Sometimes the connection quality depends heavily on internet speed, and a few advanced features are limited compared to some other meeting platforms unless you have a paid plan. Review Source RT Roldan T. Senior Data Entry Specialist Airlines/Aviation Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Genuine Innovation" January 10, 2026 5.0 This platform is perfect and truly innovative. It offers a seamless and reliable experience, making communication smooth and efficient. The features are well designed, easy to use, and support both individual and business needs effectively. Overall, it stands out as a modern solution that delivers excellent performance and convenience. Pros This platform helps us communicate effectively with our clients. It allows us to schedule meetings with management to address business-related concerns. Most importantly, this application costs less compared to other platforms, making it more convenient in every way. Cons This is exactly the perfect platform I have ever used in my entire career. I believe most businesses prefer Google Meet over other platforms, and I must say that everything works well and serves its purpose. There is nothing negative I can say about this platform. 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 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 Beryl K. Founder Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I can't work without Google Meet!" December 4, 2025 5.0 Outstanding, and I like it better than Zoom and Teams. I keep renewing my Google Business license even when Zoom and Teams provide good deals. Pros I can't work without Google Meet!!! It's so user friendly, advanced, and helpful for businesses. We use it for business meetings and webinars. Cons It doesn't always allow access for financial institutions. Sometimes when users are going from Teams to Meet the volume and video doesn't work. 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 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.