Full Comparison
| Attribute | Google Meet | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Free Participants(participants) | 300 participants | 100 participants |
| Built-in AI Features(count) | 5+ (Companion, Summaries, Previews, Smart Compose) | 2 (Auto-language detection, Basic transcription) |
| Engagement Tools Available(count) | 6+ (polls, Q&A, reactions, hand raising, breakout rooms, live transcription) | 3 (reactions, hand raising, breakout rooms) |
| Meeting Recording Storage (Free Plan)(hours) | 1GB cloud storage | 5GB (Google Drive) |
| Virtual Background Library(quality level) | Extensive HD with filters | Standard with basic filters |
| Video Quality (Free Plan)(resolution) | HD (720p) | HD (720p) |
| Pro Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $15.99 | $6-8 (bundled) |
| Chat Message Formatting Options(capabilities) | Rich formatting, code blocks, file sharing, emoji reactions | Basic text with emoji reactions |
| Google Workspace Integration(native/third-party) | Third-party plugin required | Native, fully integrated |
| Mobile App Support(platforms) | iOS, Android, full feature parity | iOS, Android, full feature parity |
| Security Certifications(compliance level) | SOC 2, HIPAA, FedRAMP | SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR |
| Update Frequency (2026)(releases per month) | 2-3 per month | 3+ per month (147 updates tracked) |
Google Meet
Maximum Free Participants(participants)
300 participants
100 participants
Built-in AI Features(count)
5+ (Companion, Summaries, Previews, Smart Compose)
2 (Auto-language detection, Basic transcription)
Engagement Tools Available(count)
6+ (polls, Q&A, reactions, hand raising, breakout rooms, live transcription)
3 (reactions, hand raising, breakout rooms)
Meeting Recording Storage (Free Plan)(hours)
1GB cloud storage
5GB (Google Drive)
Virtual Background Library(quality level)
Extensive HD with filters
Standard with basic filters
Video Quality (Free Plan)(resolution)
HD (720p)
HD (720p)
Pro Plan Monthly Cost(USD)
$15.99
$6-8 (bundled)
Chat Message Formatting Options(capabilities)
Rich formatting, code blocks, file sharing, emoji reactions
Basic text with emoji reactions
Google Workspace Integration(native/third-party)
Third-party plugin required
Native, fully integrated
Mobile App Support(platforms)
iOS, Android, full feature parity
iOS, Android, full feature parity
Security Certifications(compliance level)
SOC 2, HIPAA, FedRAMP
SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR
Update Frequency (2026)(releases per month)
2-3 per month
3+ per month (147 updates tracked)
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