Video chat is here to stay and doesn’t show any signs of reverting to the niche technology it once was. «Wanna Zoom?» entered the cultural zeitgeist during the pandemic, but Zoom is far from being your only video chat choice. Over the last few years, more apps have expanded (or added) video chat services.
Now that so many companies offer video chat options, how do you choose the best one for you? It might seem like they all do the same thing, but each video-conferencing app has its own unique strengths and weaknesses.
Instead of having to settle for a one-size-fits-all service, video-conferencing apps have a lot of options to find what best suits your needs. I tested some of the most popular video chat services and apps, comparing price, ease of use, device compatibility, time and participant limits, as well as privacy. For this article, we’ll be focusing on services through the lens of personal use for the average user. Here’s what you need to know.
For more options, check out 10 free Zoom alternatives.
