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Best Zoom Alternatives in 2026

These are the 5 closest tools to Zoom that we track, ordered by what they cost to start. Each entry says how its pricing differs from Zoom's — based on the numbers we hold, not on who pays us. We do not publish a quality score, because we do not have one we can stand behind. The cheapest verified option is Microsoft Teams at $6/user/mo.

Why people leave Zoom

  • Free Plan Limits: The 40-minute limit on free group calls can be a major restriction.
  • App Dependency: The web version is not as fluid as the dedicated desktop application.
  • No Ecosystem: Does not offer a native chat/file ecosystem like Slack or Teams.

These are the drawbacks listed in our own Zoom review — not complaints we invented for this page.

  1. 1
    Microsoft Teams

    Corporate collaboration.

    vs Zoom: cheaper to start ($6/user/mo vs $14/user/mo).

  2. 2
    Slack

    Digital headquarters for teams.

    vs Zoom: cheaper to start ($7/user/mo vs $14/user/mo).

  3. 3
    HEY Email

    Rethink your email.

    vs Zoom: cheaper to start ($8/user/mo vs $14/user/mo).

  4. 4
    Loom

    Async video messages.

    vs Zoom: cheaper to start ($12/user/mo vs $14/user/mo).

  5. 5
    Aircall

    Cloud call centre for sales and support.

    vs Zoom: priced differently (Not verified vs $14/user/mo).