Too Close to Call
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Cisco Webex

8.2

Existing Cisco enterprise customers and government organizations that need FedRAMP-authorized video conferencing

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RingCentral Video

8.1

Mid-to-large businesses that need a complete UCaaS platform with AI-powered conversation intelligence

Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen

Score Comparison

Criteria
Cisco Webex
RingCentral Video
Overall Score
8.2
8.1
AI Features
8.5
8.5
Collaboration Tools
8.0
8.0
Video & Audio Quality
8.5
8.0
Integration Ecosystem
7.5
8.5
Ease of Use
7.0
7.5
Security
9.5
9.0
Privacy & Compliance
9.5
8.0
Value
7.0
6.5

Pricing & Features

Specification
Cisco Webex
RingCentral Video
Starting Price
Free / $12/mo
$20/mo
Free Tier
Pricing Model
Freemium
Subscription

Making Your Decision

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When to Choose Cisco Webex

Existing Cisco enterprise customers and government organizations that need FedRAMP-authorized video conferencing

Cisco Webex remains a strong security and compliance play, with FedRAMP authorization and Zero Trust architecture that few competitors can match. However, the platform has lost significant market momentum. The interface feels dated, the integration ecosystem is thin, and collaboration features trail Zoom and Teams by a noticeable margin. For security-first government and enterprise use cases it still delivers, but teams choosing a new platform today will likely find better options elsewhere.

Strengths

  • Industry-leading security with E2EE, FedRAMP authorization, and Zero Trust architecture
  • AI Assistant with real-time translation in 120+ languages included on paid plans
  • Super Resolution AI enhances video quality on low-bandwidth connections
  • Strong compliance credentials for government and regulated industries

Limitations

  • Interface feels dated and clunky compared to Zoom, Teams, and newer competitors
  • Market momentum has shifted — declining adoption outside existing Cisco enterprise customers
  • Integration ecosystem is limited compared to Zoom or Teams marketplaces
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When to Choose RingCentral Video

Mid-to-large businesses that need a complete UCaaS platform with AI-powered conversation intelligence

RingCentral Video is best understood as part of the RingCentral unified communications suite rather than a standalone video tool. RingSense AI adds genuine value with conversation intelligence and sentiment analysis. The lack of a free tier and the higher price make it a harder sell for video-only needs.

Strengths

  • RingSense AI provides conversation intelligence, sentiment analysis, and automated summaries
  • True unified communications — phone, video, messaging, and fax in one platform
  • Excellent HIPAA, SOC 2, and HITRUST compliance for healthcare and finance
  • Strong API ecosystem for custom integrations and workflow automation

Limitations

  • No free tier — requires paid subscription starting at $20/user/mo
  • Video conferencing is bundled into UCaaS — overkill and overpriced for teams that only need meetings
  • Admin experience is complex — not designed for small teams or quick setup

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Cisco Webex

Score: 8.2
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RingCentral Video

Score: 8.1