Side by side
A general comparison by topic. Details change often, so confirm specifics with each vendor.
| Topic | Microsoft Teams | Google Meet |
|---|---|---|
| Ecosystem fit | Microsoft 365 | Google Workspace |
| Main purpose | Chat, meetings and collaboration in one app | Video meetings, with chat in a companion product |
| Joining a meeting | App or browser | Browser first, plus mobile apps |
| Chat and collaboration | Built in: channels, chats, shared files | Via Google Chat, Docs and Drive |
| Administration | Extensive controls through Microsoft's admin tools | Controls through the Google Admin console |
| Learning curve | Steeper, with more to learn | Gentler, with fewer options |
| Cost model | Generally bundled with Microsoft 365 plans | Generally bundled with Google Workspace plans, with a free option for personal accounts |
Notes on the comparison
Both services offer encryption of meeting traffic, scheduled and instant meetings, screen sharing, recordings on suitable plans and live captions. Which features you get depends on your plan and your administrator's settings.
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