Distance connections have become essential in the technological field. Tools such as videoconferences have facilitated the creation of spaces for remote and snapshot. Environments such as teleworking, distance education or family communications between different countries have turned these platforms into fundamental resources for communication.
The rise of videoconferences intensified in 2020, with the arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic, which led to isolation and the search for new forms of interaction, consolidating these platforms as the main route to keep in touch.
Currently, these tools represent efficient solutions to expedite teamwork and constantly innovate with functions such as dating programming, increased participants capacity and continuous improvement of functions that optimize each meeting, facilitating teleworking and distance education.
Although they are effective, not all adapt equally to the different work environments. Some limit the time of use; Others involve high costs or require greater ease in handling. Therefore, in this note we explain which platform could better adjust to your needs.
Zoom
One of the most used platforms worldwide for videoconferences is Zoom Workplacedue to its ease of use and the organization that allows both individual and group connections. It offers audio, video and collaboration functions, with free versions, Pro and Business.
Its main features include video calls in HD resolution, instant messaging and audio by VOIP (voice on Internet protocol). It also offers virtual funds during the video call, option for sharing screen, collaborative board and interactive seminars with a large number of participants.
Zoom is compatible with browsers and applications for Windows, Macos, Android and iOS systems. However, experts warn that their encryption level continues to be low, which raises doubts about security.
Zoom modalities
Free version
Includes:
- Meetings of up to 40 minutes and 100 attendees per session
- Team chat
- Basic clips: five two -minute videos
- Mail and calendar for registered clients
- Basic Docs Plan: Up to 10 shared documents
- Notes
- Basic Whiteboard: Three editable blackboards
Pro version
It has a cost of $ 13.33 per month for annual payment or $ 15.99 in a monthly plan (Q102.68 and Q123.16, respectively, depending on the exchange rate of the day). It allows between 1 and 99 users on behalf of.
Includes:
- Meetings of up to 30 hours
- Up to 100 attendees per session
- Ai companion
- 5 GB cloud storage for recordings
- Unlimited documents
- Plus clips: unlimited videos
- Mail and calendar
- Live chat support
Business version
Ideal for companies or educational centers. It allows 1 to 250 individual users on behalf of. It has a cost of $ 18.32 per month for annual payment or $ 21.99 in a monthly plan (Q141.11 and Q169.38, respectively).
Also includes:
- Up to 300 attendees per meeting
- Unlimited blackboards
- Agenda programmer
Google Meet
Google Meet, Integrated to the email service, it stands out for its quality and safety, thanks to the end -to -end encryption. This tool allows audio and high -definition video meetings, accessible from web browsers or by mobile applications.
It is integrated with Gmail, Google Calendar and Google Drive, facilitating the programming and document management. It allows you to share screen, activate real -time subtitles and enable group rooms. Meeting recording depends on the hired plan.
Business Starter
Cost: $ 6.30 per month with an annual contract (Q48.53). Includes:
- Meetings of up to 100 participants
- 30 GB of cloud storage per user
- Personalized business mail
- Standard support
- Gemini artificial intelligence functions in Gmail
Business Standard
Cost: $ 12.60 per month per user (Q97.05). Includes:
- Meetings of up to 150 participants
- Google Drive recording
- 2 TB of user storage
- Electronic signature in documents and pdf files
- Dating reserve pages
- Collaborative Video Editor
Business Plus
Cost: $ 22 per month per user (Q169.46). Includes:
- Meetings of up to 500 participants
- Session recording
- 5 TB of cloud storage
- Advanced security and administration controls
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams It is one of the companies preferred by companies, designed to offer efficient communication and improve productivity.
It offers instant messaging, videoconferences, voice calls and access to Microsoft 365 for creation and collaborative editing of real -time documents. Integrates cloud storage and interoperability with external applications. (Note: As of April, the price will have an increase of 5 %).
Available plans:
Gratuitous
- Unlimited chats
- Video calls up to 60 minutes
- 5 GB of user storage
Essentials
Cost: $ 4.20 per month (Q32.35). Includes:
- Meetings of up to 30 hours
- Up to 300 participants
- 10 GB of user storage
Microsoft 365 Business Basic
Cost: $ 6.30 a month per user (Q48.53). Includes:
- Essentials package functions
- Access to Microsoft 365 web versions
- 1 TB of user storage