Table 1.
Overview of several common videoconferencing platforms
Zoom | Microsoft Teams | Google Meet | BlueJeans | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Supported operating systems | Windows | Windows | Windows | Windows |
MacOS | MacOS | MacOS | MacOS | |
iOS | iOS | iOS | iOS | |
Android | Android | Android | Android | |
Web browser | Web browser | Web browser | Web browser | |
Cost | Free tier available | Free tier available | Free tier available | Monthly charges for individuals or enterprise |
Monthly charges for individuals or enterprise | Monthly charges for individuals or enterprise | Monthly charges for individuals or enterprise | ||
Encryption | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Time limits | 40 min on free tier | No limits | 60 min on free tier | No limits |
No limits on paid tiers | No limits on paid tiers | |||
Screencasting supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Chat functionality | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Audio recording | Yes | Only on paid tiers | Only on paid tiers | Yes |
Breakout rooms | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
Waiting room | Yes | No | No | No |
Electronic calendar Integration | Outlook | Outlook | Outlook | Outlook |
Google calendar | Google calendar | Google calendar | ||
iCal | ||||
HIPAA compliance | Available to organizations | Available to organizations | Available to organizations | Available to organizations |
Definition of abbreviation: HIPAA = Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.