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# Compare Workplace from Meta vs Google Meet

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> Detailed comparison between Workplace from Meta and Google Meet. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Workplace from Meta | Google Meet |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.5/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1351 | 12079 |
| **Starting Price** | US$4,00 | US$6,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars | Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Workplace from Meta

For businesses of all sizes

### Google Meet

Mobile and web-based google application that lets small to large businesses conduct voice/video calls among colleagues or business partners.

## Key features

### Workplace from Meta

- API
- Attendee Management
- Audio Calls
- Chat/Messaging
- Collaboration Tools
- Discussions/Forums
- File Sharing
- Live Chat
- Meeting Management
- Mobile Access
- Presentation Streaming
- Private Chat
- Real-Time Chat
- Recording
- Screen Sharing
- Search/Filter
- Two Way Audio & Video
- User Profiles
- Video Conferencing
- Video Streaming

### Google Meet

- API
- Attendee Management
- Audio Calls
- Chat/Messaging
- Collaboration Tools
- Discussions/Forums
- File Sharing
- Live Chat
- Meeting Management
- Mobile Access
- Presentation Streaming
- Private Chat
- Real-Time Chat
- Recording
- Screen Sharing
- Search/Filter
- Two Way Audio & Video
- User Profiles
- Video Conferencing
- Video Streaming

## Links

- [View Workplace from Meta Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/168669/workplace)
- [View Google Meet Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/176572/google-hangouts)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/168669/176572/workplace/vs/google-hangouts)

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