Host a video meeting: tools and selection criteria

To host a video meeting, start with the outcome rather than the number of features. These selected tools take different approaches, with strengths and limitations worth comparing. Free and freemium options are distinguished; check quotas and exports before choosing a plan.

How to choose

• Participant count
• Sharing and history
• Privacy and integrations

Our selection

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  Jitsi Meet · meet.jit.si

  Free video conferencing in the browser, no account or install.

  Keep in mind: Quality drops with many participants

  FreeOpen sourceNo sign-up
  Open ↗
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  Zoom · zoom.us

  Video conferencing and online meetings.

  Keep in mind: Meetings cut off after 40 minutes on the free plan

  FreemiumMobile app
  Open ↗
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  Discord · discord.com

  Community servers with text and voice channels.

  Keep in mind: Can be confusing for newcomers

  FreeMobile app
  Open ↗

This selection is not a performance ranking. Check individual pages and provider terms before choosing.

Editorial update : 2026-10-06