Zoom Reviews

“step ahead of the rest”

Pros

Right from the start the app impressed me with features that feel a step ahead of other similar apps like Google Meet.

Cons

Keeps its features current and regularly rolls out updates to improve the app even more and overall, I think it's very accessible and simple to understand.

“I'm satisfied with it”

Pros

Real-time chat and screen sharing are really useful and since so many people already use it, connecting with others is very convenient. It's also helpful that you can hand over mouse control to someone else when needed.

Cons

The video quality depends heavily on having a strong internet connection. It also feels a bit expensive and chatting through text can be inconvenient.

“so impressive!”

Pros

Using this platform for audio and video calls has been really helpful in a long-distance relationship because it keeps both partners connected and actively involved.

Cons

It also makes remote communication much more convenient through audio and video and it helps build trust and teamwork between people who are far apart.

“good call quality, outdated usability”

Pros

The conversation quality has always been consistently good.

Cons

Using it isn't as easy or accessible as it is with other tools.

“best one out there!”

Pros

Video conferencing and screen sharing are easily some of the best parts! They make it possible to communicate clearly with the audience, interact in real time, see everyone on screen and even let people speak at the same time which creates a really enjoyable online meeting experience.

Cons

There honestly aren't many downsides but it can occasionally lag or slow down especially while screen sharing a presentation or an Excel file. That said, it may also be caused by an unstable internet connection.

“Helpful breakout rooms”

Pros

Jumping into a call is really easy and sharing my screen with another participant takes almost no effort. The breakout rooms are especially useful and the automatic breakout room feature works really well too.

Cons

One thing that gets annoying is how often it asks for a software update and it can also randomly log me out right before I'm about to join a meeting.

“clear video across devices”

Pros

Whether I'm joining from a PC, phone or tablet, the platform makes it convenient to hop into meetings from anywhere as long as there's an internet connection. The video and audio quality are consistently high which helps conversations stay clear and makes meetings feel more engaging even when there are a lot of people on the call.

Cons

Issue is that it depends heavily on having a stable internet connection. If the connection is weak, audio and video can cut out, lag or the call may even drop which hurts the overall meeting experience.

“productive meetings and collaboration”

Pros

Across different devices, this has been very user friendly and runs reliably which makes it simple for me to join team meetings, connect with coworkers and take part in group conversations without trouble. The collaboration features especially screen sharing and virtual whiteboards, really help my team stay productive by making group work and idea-sharing much more efficient.

Cons

Quite different from how it was a few years ago when privacy problems made it possible for unauthorized people to enter our meetings. At this point, only presenters can admit participants which gives meetings better security and stronger control.

“Accessible tool”

Pros

Everything is very simple, accessible and easy to use which makes the experience very pleasant for me. Overall it is a very practical tool!

Cons

So far I haven't come across any complications. I am very satisfied with my experience whenever I have used the platform.

“handles large meetings well”

Pros

One thing I really enjoy is that it can support a large number of participants and the platform is also very user friendly.

Cons

The part I like the least is that its performance is heavily affected by network quality.

“perfect for virtual lessons”

Pros

It has really become part of everyday business especially in education. Being able to mute learners during daily lessons is essential for keeping everyone focused and on track. At the same time, the chat box is still available so students can type in questions and get answers without disrupting the lesson. That also lets the teacher decide whether a question needs to be addressed right away or saved for later. It also offers backgrounds and themes for times when you do not want others to see your surroundings or you can turn your camera on when needed. On top of that, the menu is user friendly even when you need to share your screen with presenters.

Cons

Has improved a lot since 2020 especially when it comes to privacy issues and uninvited people joining without permission. Now those settings are much better and presenters have to admit people into meetings. The only downside is that it can sometimes take a little while for everyone to join because of that but honestly it is better to have those protections in place.

“handy backup for meetings”

Pros

It's really useful that I can jump onto the platform without needing an account especially when my main video platform isn't working or the person I'm meeting with doesn't use that service.

Cons

I haven't run into any real problems with it, other than the meeting time running out.

“reliable across every device”

Pros

With remote and off-site work becoming more common, this has turned into an essential tool. Its platform-agnostic design makes it useful whether you're working on a Mac, Windows, another operating system or joining from a mobile device.

Cons

On mobile though the experience can be a bit unpredictable. Even a slightly weak or unstable connection can lead to poor transmission especially during content sharing.

“user friendly”

Pros

Using it feels very easy and the platform responds quickly during meetings.

Cons

The free plan only allows meetings to last up to one hour.

“widely known”

Pros

I really appreciate how accessible it is and these days almost everyone already knows how to use it.

Cons

During my graduation celebration in the COVID period, I hosted an online gathering with my family and after 40 minutes the call suddenly cut off and I lost connection with everyone all at once.

“best choice for online meetings”

Pros

Is very simple to work with, the installation is quick and it makes joining and running online meetings easy. Since the Corona days, this has been the best software for this purpose.

Cons

free version limits meetings to 40 minutes.

“useful group calls, weak audio”

Pros

Being able to hold a conference with a lot of people at once is very convenient and the chat option to speak privately with one specific person is also really helpful.

Cons

Call signal can be pretty bad at times and the audio also tends to fail or drop in quality.

“Scheduling made convenient”

Pros

Getting a conversation started is very convenient since all it takes is a link to join. The scheduling feature is also really useful and having the ability to create breakout rooms is a big plus.

Cons

At times bringing people back from breakout rooms can be a bit tricky and it is not always clear who has permission to create them. That said some of that may come down to us not taking enough time to prepare in advance.

“quick meetings from anywhere”

Pros

Using this software feels very easy and getting the hang of it takes almost no effort. It lets us join any meeting within seconds, no matter where we are.

Cons

Even a small network interruption causes major issues and then we can't reply properly or hear the speaker at all. On top of that, the video is blurry much of the time which is a big drawback for both students and teachers.

“Review”

Pros

It uses less data and is very user friendly.

Cons

At times, it can glitch when the network connection is unstable.