Zoom

One platform to connect

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About Zoom

Zoom became synonymous with video conferencing during the remote work revolution, offering reliability that competitors struggled to match. The free Basic plan (40-minute group meetings) covers casual use, while Pro ($14.99/user/month) unlocks 30-hour meetings and cloud recording—perfect for small businesses. The 2025 platform includes AI Companion for meeting summaries, action items, and message drafting across all paid tiers. Zoom's quality shines in unstable networks with adaptive video and audio optimization. Beyond meetings, Zoom offers Phone, Webinars (500-10,000 attendees), and Rooms for conference room setups. The platform's ubiquity means everyone knows how to join a Zoom—no onboarding needed.

Key Features

HD video and audio conferencing

Screen sharing with annotation

Breakout rooms for group work

AI Companion for summaries and tasks

Cloud recording with transcripts

Virtual backgrounds and filters

Whiteboard collaboration

Polls and Q&A

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Industry-leading reliability and quality
• Works well on poor connections
• Everyone knows how to use it
• AI Companion adds value on paid tiers
• Strong mobile experience
• Huge ecosystem of integrations

Cons

• 40-minute limit on free group calls
• Security concerns (improved since 2020)
• Pro plan required for longer meetings
• Zoom fatigue is real
• Interface feels dated vs competitors
• Webinar pricing expensive

Best For

Remote teams having daily standups Consultants meeting with clients Educators teaching online classes Healthcare providers (HIPAA-compliant) Large webinars and virtual events