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We've compiled a list of 319 free and paid alternatives to Skype. The primary competitors include Slack, Matrix.org. In addition to these, users also draw comparisons between Skype and Zoom, PowWowNow, Google Workspace. Also you can look at other similar options here: Collaboration and Productivity Software, Video Conferencing Software.


Slack
Subscription Free Free Trial

Slack is the hub for seamless collaboration, offering real-time messaging, file sharing, and integration with apps. Get work done efficiently from anywhere.

Matrix is an open standard for decentralized persistent communication over IP.

Zoom
Subscription Free

Zoom is a popular tool for video conferencing and online meetings. It allows you to conduct virtual meetings, classes, webinars, and other events over the Internet. Zoom has a number of useful features, such as screen sharing, chat, meeting recordin…

PowWowNow
Subscription Free Trial

Online meetings with PowWowNow are a convenient way to conduct video conferences and communicate with colleagues or clients from anywhere in the world. With PowWowNow, you can easily organize and participate in online meetings, making communication …

Google Workspace
Subscription Free Free Trial

Integrates Google's suite of productivity and collaboration tools into one accessible suite, enhancing team collaboration and efficiency. Access Google Docs on Chrome for Mac or PC, uninterrupted productivity even when offline.

Whereby (appear.in)
Subscription Free Free Trial

A video communication platform that allows for video conferencing and online meetings. This service allows you to create virtual meeting rooms that users can join via a link.

Webex Calling
Free Trial Subscription Free

Webex Calling by Cisco is a cloud-native telephony solution specifically tailored for mid-sized enterprises, offering comprehensive business calling functionalities. It eliminates the concerns associated with the cost and intricacies of maintaining …

SpatialChat
Subscription Free Free Trial

Virtual platform for realistic remote interactions. Users communicate in a spatially-aware environment, interacting through avatars. Perfect for events and team collaboration.

LoopUp
Subscription Free Free Trial

LoopUp is a cloud telephony platform that streamlines communications for multinational enterprises. It consolidates global telephony provisions into a single, unified cloud solution, simplifying management and support while providing economies of sc…

Mitel MiCollab
Subscription

Mitel specializes in the development and delivery of telecommunications solutions for business and offers a wide range of products and services, including IP telephony, video conferencing, messaging, customer relationship management systems and othe…

An instant messaging app that provides online text message and video chat services.

Skype Platforms

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tick-square iPhone
tick-square Linux
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Skype Overview

Skype is the most popular free voice-over IP and instant messaging service globally. It allows users to text, video and voice call over the internet. Users can also call landlines and mobiles at competitive rates using Skype credit, premium accounts and subscriptions.

Features:
· Find all of your friends and family in an instant - search for friends, groups, conversations or new contacts on Skype. With over 300 million people using Skype, you’re bound to bump into someone you know.
· Call your world for free - Free voice and video calls let you talk to your heart’s content with all your friends and family on Skype.
· Make low cost calls to mobiles and landlines - Keep in touch with anyone even if they’re not on Skype, with low cost calls to mobiles and landlines.
· Instantly get in touch - No matter where you are, your friends are always available with free instant messaging.
· Share moments - Send photos, record and send video messages, share your location or share web content with the people who matter most.
· Available for Apple Watch - see your notifications and chat on your Apple Watch so you’re always part of the conversation.
· Skype is available everywhere - on smartphones, tablets, Macs, PCs, and even TVs. Whatever your friends or family use, Skype is there. Simple.

The Skype that you use at home is great for smaller businesses of up to 20 employees. It is free to use, unless you want to buy credit to make calls to landlines and mobiles.

Skype for Business lets you add up to 250 people to online meetings, gives you enterprise-grade security, allows you to manage employee accounts, and is integrated into your Office apps. It costs from $2 per month per user.

Skype Features

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tick-square Recording
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tick-square File Transfer
tick-square File Sharing
tick-square Electronic Hand Raising
tick-square Drag & Drop
tick-square Data Import/Export
tick-square Conferencing
tick-square Call Recording
tick-square @mentions
tick-square Call Conferencing
tick-square Online Voice Transmission
tick-square Video Call Recording
tick-square Automatic Transcription
tick-square One-to-One Messaging
tick-square Video Streaming
tick-square Presentation Streaming
tick-square On-Demand Recording
tick-square Two-Way Audio & Video
tick-square Video Support
tick-square Transcripts/Chat History
tick-square Real-Time Chat
tick-square Microsoft Outlook Integration
tick-square Single Sign On
tick-square Real Time Notifications
tick-square Chat/Messaging
tick-square Collaboration Tools
tick-square Search/Filter
tick-square Mobile Access
tick-square Contact Management
tick-square Alerts/Notifications
tick-square Access Controls/Permissions
tick-square Video Conferencing
tick-square Live Chat
tick-square Group Messaging
tick-square Screen Sharing

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