Zoho Meeting
Zoho ecosystem users and budget-conscious small businesses that need reliable, affordable video meetings
Whereby
Freelancers, consultants, and small teams that want the simplest possible meeting experience with zero friction
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Zoho Meeting
Zoho ecosystem users and budget-conscious small businesses that need reliable, affordable video meetings
Zoho Meeting is the ultimate budget pick at $1/host/mo. If you're already in the Zoho ecosystem, it integrates beautifully with CRM, Projects, and other Zoho apps. The complete lack of AI features is a significant gap in 2026, but for basic meetings at an unbeatable price, it delivers.
Strengths
- Incredibly affordable at $1/host/mo — the cheapest paid option in our roundup
- Deep integration with the Zoho ecosystem of 35+ business apps
- Free tier supports 10 participants for 60-minute meetings
- Clean, straightforward interface with low learning curve
Limitations
- No AI features — no transcription, summaries, or intelligent automation
- Limited functionality outside the Zoho ecosystem
- Basic video quality and collaboration tools compared to market leaders
When to Choose Whereby
Freelancers, consultants, and small teams that want the simplest possible meeting experience with zero friction
Whereby is the anti-Zoom — it strips video meetings down to the absolute essentials. Permanent room links mean zero scheduling friction, and the no-download approach is genuinely delightful. The lack of AI features and limited scalability make it unsuitable for larger teams, but for small, informal meetings, nothing is simpler.
Strengths
- Simplest meeting experience — permanent room links, no downloads, no accounts needed for guests
- Embedded API for developers who want to add video to their own apps
- Beautiful, minimalist interface designed for quick, informal meetings
- Free tier includes unlimited 1-on-1 meetings and up to 4 participants in group calls
Limitations
- No AI features — no transcription, summaries, or noise cancellation
- Limited to 200 participants even on the highest plan
- Basic collaboration tools — no breakout rooms or advanced features
