--- description: Learn more about Google Meet pricing, benefits, and disadvantages for your business in Canada. Read verified software reviews and find tools that fit your business needs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Google Meet Pricing, Reviews & Features - Capterra Canada 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Team Communication Software](/directory/31033/team-communication/software) > [Google Meet](/software/176572/google-hangouts) # Google Meet Canonical: https://www.capterra.ca/software/176572/google-hangouts Page: 1 / 486\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.ca/software/176572/google-hangouts?page=2) > Communication platform that allows users to schedule video/audio calls with their teams around the world > > Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 12121 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses Google Meet? Mobile and web-based google application that lets small to large businesses conduct voice/video calls among colleagues or business partners. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 12121 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support Software | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Google ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$6.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) - **Pricing Details**: Google Meet are currently providing free access to advanced Meet video-conferencing capabilities for all G Suite and G Suite for Education customers globally until September 30, 2020. Benefits include: Larger meetings, for up to 150 participants per call Live streaming for up to 100,000 viewers within a domain The ability to record meetings and save them to Google Drive Google Meet is part of the GSuite platform and is included in all price plans; Basic, Business, and Enterprise. After September 30, 2020, pricing will be as follows: Basic: Free for up to 100 participants per call. Business Essentials: $10/active user/month for up to 150 participants per call. Enterprise Essentials: Contact them for pricing. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - Audio Calls - Call Recording Software - Collaboration Tools - Discussions/Forums - Electronic Hand Raising - File Sharing Software - HD Audio/Video - Host Controls - Live Chat Software - Meeting Preparation Tools - Mobile Access - Presentation Streaming - Private Chat - Real-Time Chat - Recording - Scheduling Software - Screen Sharing Software - Search/Filter - Third-Party Integrations - Two Way Audio & Video - Video Conferencing Software - Video Layouts/Views ## Integrations (12 total) - Calendly - Gmail - Google Calendar - Google Classroom - Google Contacts - Google Docs - Google Drive - Google Slides - Google Voice - Google Workspace - Webex Suite - Zoom Workplace ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base Software - Chat ## Category - [Team Communication Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/31033/team-communication/software) ## Related Categories - [Team Communication Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/31033/team-communication/software) - [Meeting Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30802/meeting/software) - [Web Conferencing Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30075/web-conferencing/software) - [Video Conferencing Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/31895/video-conferencing/software) - [VoIP Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30940/voip/software) ## Alternatives 1. [Slack](https://www.capterra.ca/software/135003/slack) — 4.7/5 (24119 reviews) 2. [Microsoft Teams](https://www.capterra.ca/software/168668/microsoft-teams) — 4.5/5 (11047 reviews) 3. [Zoom Workplace](https://www.capterra.ca/software/144037/zoom-video-conferencing) — 4.6/5 (14604 reviews) 4. [Google Workspace](https://www.capterra.ca/software/168389/google-workspace) — 4.7/5 (17583 reviews) 5. [GoTo Meeting](https://www.capterra.ca/software/163332/gotomeeting) — 4.4/5 (11529 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Google Meet" — 5.0/5 > **Rakhi** | *April 15, 2026* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: The Google Calendar integration made joining meetings seamless since the link was always right there without having to search for it. The interface was clean and simple which made it easy to focus on the meeting itself rather than figuring out the tool. Connection quality was also consistently reliable even when my internet wasn't at its best. > > **Cons**: Breakout rooms felt clunky and weren't as smooth to manage compared to other platforms I've used. The engagement options during larger calls were pretty limited and I found myself wishing there were more ways to interact. Background noise cancellation was also inconsistent and sometimes let through more than it should have. > > is a solid tool that does what it needs to without overcomplicating things. The tight integration with Google Workspace is genuinely convenient if you're already using those tools day to day. It's not perfect for every use case but for straightforward meetings it's dependable and easy enough that there's barely any learning curve. ----- ### "Google Meets - Your Virtual Meetings App" — 5.0/5 > **Anna** | *May 24, 2026* | Health, Wellness & Fitness | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like how easy it is to synch with my emails. My calendar can generate automatic links for meetings just with a time slot. > > **Cons**: Not everyone is familiar with it and it is not as reliable yet as zoom or teams. Sometimes the sound quality is not the best. > > Google Meets is perfect for those already using other google products like Gmail because the integration is seamless. ----- ### "Quick, reliable meetings that just get the job done" — 5.0/5 > **Harshul** | *April 10, 2026* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: I use Google Meet for work for daily calls and it just opens fast, no issues. Joining meetings is easy, clients and partners never struggle with links. Video and audio stay pretty stable even when my home wifi is not great. Screen sharing and presenting a window is smooth, no weird freezes. Integration with Calendar and Gmail saves me time when scheduling. Recording and captions are handy for people who miss the meeting. > > **Cons**: Some advanced settings are blocked and takes time to find them when you need. Background blur and effects sometimes behave weird on older laptops. Mobile app misses a couple desktop features and layout can be confusing. Large file sharing during a meeting is limited, you need Drive links instead. Occasional audio echo or lag on certain networks, needs manual fiddling. Permissions can be confusing, once I accidentally left a meeting open to anyone. > > Overall it’s been reliable and simple for day to day work, I use it every day. Most people already know how to join so less time wasted explaining links. We run client demos, internal standups and training sessions without much trouble. Small hiccups with backgrounds, mobile and audio happen but not often. Integration with Google Workspace makes collaboration smoother for our team. Would recommend for teams who want something quick and dependable. ----- ### "Simple and effective video meeting tool\!" — 5.0/5 > **Roger** | *January 16, 2026* | Marketing & Advertising | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like how easy it is to use and how well it integrates with Google Calendar. It works well for meetings and file management during calls. > > **Cons**: Background options and participant management are limited compared to other tools. Translation function is quite confusing when using it. > > Overall my experience is positive. It is stable, simple, and good value for money for daily meetings, with very few bugs or issues. ----- ### "My safe space for quick productivity in every meeting" — 5.0/5 > **Christian** | *September 19, 2025* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Google Meet is very easy to use, I can join or host a meeting with just a couple of clicks, no tech hassle. > > **Cons**: Based on my usage, I have not come across any problems whatsoever. Google Meet is providing excellent services. > > Its ease of use, quick meeting invite, and stable video calls helps me a lot to manage internal communication and meetings very easily. ----- Page: 1 / 486\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.ca/software/176572/google-hangouts?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.ca/software/176572/google-hangouts) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | it | | | ja | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data