I am using Webex for virtual meetings.
Technology Innovation Officer at a real estate/law firm with 10,001+ employees
Simple installation, received return on investment, but stability could improve
Pros and Cons
- "The installation of Webex is simple. You only need to click an executable file to run it. it is very easy."
- "The solution at times is not stable."
What is our primary use case?
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Webex for approximately two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution at times is not stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability is not that good. If we small group meeting the solution is good, but if there is a large group of people to join the meeting then the network seems unstable.
We have approximately 1,000 users using this solution which consists of managers and officers.
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Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have previously used Zoom and Microsoft Teams. We switched to Webex because they had some local support here in Hong Kong.
How was the initial setup?
The installation of Webex is simple. You only need to click an executable file to run it. it is very easy.
What about the implementation team?
We did the installation of the solution.
We have one engineer that supports this solution.
What was our ROI?
We have received a return on investment. The solution has been useful for our organization.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
There is a subscription needed to use this solution and we pay approximately $5,000 per year.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution for small group meetings.
I rate Webex a seven out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.

PAM Architect at GCA
The screen-sharing tools and audio controls are nice
Pros and Cons
- "I like WebEx's stability and ease of use. The screen-sharing tools and audio controls are also nice."
- "I was in a meeting on the free version where there were no controls. You couldn't mute somebody or put it in dedicated speaker mode. It was an important meeting, and because of the lack of an ability to control who the speakers were, we got a version of a heckler. Well, it wasn't really a heckler per se. It was just somebody who thinks they know everything."
What is most valuable?
I like WebEx's stability and ease of use. The screen-sharing tools and audio controls are also nice.
What needs improvement?
I was in a meeting on the free version where there were no controls. You couldn't mute somebody or put it in dedicated speaker mode. It was an important meeting, and because of the lack of an ability to control who the speakers were, we got a version of a heckler. Well, it wasn't really a heckler per se. It was just somebody who thinks they know everything.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've had a WebEx account for more than 10 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
WebEx is stable. It works.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I don't use WebEx for large meetings, but it can scale up. I work in tandem with another guy in the automotive space. He has regular meetings of anywhere from 16 to 30 people. He can easily manage the speakers and things like that. He pays for the subscription and gets all the features because he needs them.
How was the initial setup?
Installing WebEx is straightforward. It's just a couple of clicks on an executable installer. You can log in with an ID or not.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I use the free version, not the enterprise version. The only compelling reason to go for paid WebEx pay is if you're hosting large meetings.
What other advice do I have?
I rate WebEx 10 out of 10.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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CISO & COO at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
Easy to setup with a good noise cancelling feature and a payment-free tier
Pros and Cons
- "The solution has been very stable."
- "The base application uses a lot of resources. They could work on the performance of the application so that it's less heavy."
What is our primary use case?
I use this tool to communicate with my team. I have a developer team, so I use this tool to communicate with them. We use both the chat and the video conferencing system on our computers.
What is most valuable?
The noise cancellation feature is great. When you have a call, the noise cancellation during it is really good. It's the best one if you're looking for that specific feature. We haven't tried Zoom, however, compared to Microsoft Teams, WebEx is a lot better.
The initial setup is really easy.
The solution has been very stable.
The scalability is quite good.
If you decide to use the paid version, you can have the scheduler and the meeting portal all on the same platform.
What needs improvement?
The main issue is the performance in relation to the operating system. The base application uses a lot of resources. They could work on the performance of the application so that it's less heavy.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
There are sometimes a lot of updates, however, we find the solution to be very stable right now. There are no bugs or glitches. It doesn't crash or freeze.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
You can scale the solution if you need to. It's not a problem.
Right now, we have ten users that are connected to the solution.
Our team is using it all the time. Everyone on the team works remotely; it's our main engagement channel.
As we grow our company, we'll likely increase usage.
How are customer service and support?
As I am leveraging the free version, I haven't used the support.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I also use Microsoft Teams. I use both right now.
We used Microsoft Teams, however, we changed to WebEx as the main channel due to the noise cancellation that wasn't good enough on Teams. Also, Microsoft Teams used a lot of resources on the operating system - so much so that the computer started to go slow when we used the application.
How was the initial setup?
I simply downloaded the solution from Cisco's web page.
The implementation is really easy. The difficult part is understanding the free version from the other plan that has a cost. At the first, they didn't have an online purchase of that version, so you have to contact a partner in order to buy the install. It's a bit confusing between both versions, the free and the paid version.
The solution does not require any maintenance.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I use the free version of the solution. I don't pay for licensing at this time.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We did try Zoom, however, you could only use it for 40 minutes, and that wasn't enough time for us.
What other advice do I have?
I'm just a customer and an end-user.
I'd rate the solution at a nine out of ten. I'd recommend it to others. It's a good tool.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Manager at a comms service provider with 1,001-5,000 employees
Nice tool for virtual meetings
Pros and Cons
- "It's a nice tool for virtual meetings and I'm satisfied with its performance."
- "This service could be improved by implementing integration with Microsoft platforms. If you are on a call with Webex, you can get a call from Teams or Skype for Business without receiving any indication."
What is our primary use case?
My primary use case of Webex is for virtual meetings.
What is most valuable?
It's a nice tool for virtual meetings and I'm satisfied with its performance.
What needs improvement?
This service could be improved by implementing integration with Microsoft platforms. If you are on a call with Webex, you can get a call from Teams or Skype for Business without receiving any indication.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have used this solution a couple of times, mostly when I get a conference call invitation from other companies that use Webex.
How was the initial setup?
Installation was straightforward. From a call invitation, you receive a link and can install it directly from the web.
What about the implementation team?
I implemented myself. You don't need a technical team for deployment or maintenance.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I have also used Zoom, Skype for Business, and Teams.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate this solution a nine out of ten. It is a nice tool, but I rarely use it because I only hold meetings over Webex when another company initiates the conference call with this software.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Hybrid Cloud
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Owner at Apply Solutions
Great sound quality and great quality on pics and videos
Pros and Cons
- "Great quality of sound, quality of pics and video."
- "Price is a little high."
What is our primary use case?
Our primary use case of this solution is for internal company meetings. We are customers of Webex and I'm the owner.
What is most valuable?
The best features of this product are the quality of sound, quality of pics and video. I think it's a very good software.
What needs improvement?
The price of the solution could be slightly reduced.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using this solution for two months.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was very straightforward. No bugs or glitches. We have between five and 10 users in the company.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate this solution a 10 out of 10.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
System Administrator at a consultancy with 1-10 employees
Highly scalable and easy to work with
Pros and Cons
- "I like Webex because it is easy to work with."
- "It would be better if I could just join meetings directly on the web without extra downloads and steps."
What is most valuable?
I like Webex because it is easy to work with.
What needs improvement?
In terms of improvement, every time I want to join a meeting on the web, I have to download an extension or the desktop app. It would be better if I could just join meetings directly on the web without extra downloads and steps. Simplifying this process would make things more straightforward and convenient for users like me.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with Webex for almost four years.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I would rate the scalability as a ten out of ten. It is most suitable for small to medium businesses.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have used Microsoft Teams along with other solutions like Webex, and in comparison, Teams stands out for its seamless integration with Office 365. The compatibility with business needs makes Teams a preferred choice. While both Teams and Webex serve their purposes, the ease of use and integration with Microsoft's suite of tools make Teams a more convenient option for me.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was not overly difficult, but it was time-consuming.
What other advice do I have?
For those considering using Webex, my advice would be to explore automation options, especially if there is an outside team involved. Automating certain tasks can streamline processes and make using Webex more efficient. Overall, I would rate Webex as an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Business Process Management Specialist and Business Continuity Management Coordinator at a insurance company with 501-1,000 employees
User-friendly, accessible from any device, and integrates with Slido
Pros and Cons
- "As compared to Zoom, I like its user interface more. It is much easier to use, and I also find it more stable."
- "There is a small bug when it comes to connecting my Webex with my Outlook Calendar. Some meetings show up, and others don't. They should fix this bug."
What is our primary use case?
About 99% of the time, I use it for team meetings, regional calls, and screen sharing. I also use it personally to connect with my family, attend gatherings, and so on.
What is most valuable?
As compared to Zoom, I like its user interface more. It is much easier to use, and I also find it more stable.
The feature that I constantly use is the sharing of the screen, which is helpful when different teams are working on the same product. I also use the Slido plugin.
What needs improvement?
There is a small bug when it comes to connecting my Webex with my Outlook Calendar. Some meetings show up, and others don't. They should fix this bug.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is scalable. I have a personal account. In our organization, everyone has an account on Webex. We have about 1,500 employees.
How are customer service and support?
I haven't used their technical support.
How was the initial setup?
It is straightforward and easy to install. You can also have it on your mobile app. So, you can use it from your phone or laptop. It is quite simple.
What about the implementation team?
You don't need a technical person for installation.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to others. I would rate it an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Telco specialist pre-Sales Engineer at a computer software company with 10,001+ employees
Impressive streaming quality, reliable, and quick installation
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable features of Webex are the depth of the tone and the quality of the picture. I find them better than Teams or Zoom."
- "Everybody these days uses virtual meeting solutions because we're all remote working. It would be a benefit if there were permanent collaboration spaces for projects. For example, the way Teams has its teams folders and shared locations. Webex is missing that feature, or maybe it has it and I'm not aware of it. However, it needs a permanent sharing location for when projects can get stored and can be a collaboration space as opposed to only a meeting space."
What is our primary use case?
Webex is used mainly for virtual meetings.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features of Webex are the depth of the tone and the quality of the picture. I find them better than Teams or Zoom.
What needs improvement?
Webex could improve the sharing features.
Everybody these days uses virtual meeting solutions because we're all remote working. It would be a benefit if there were permanent collaboration spaces for projects. For example, the way Teams has its teams folders and shared locations. Webex is missing that feature, or maybe it has it and I'm not aware of it. However, it needs a permanent sharing location for when projects can get stored and can be a collaboration space as opposed to only a meeting space.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Webex since it was released, approximately 20 years ago.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability of Webex is good. I have a very good home bandwidth, the stability isn't an issue.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The biggest Webexsession I have ever done was with approximately 120 people, but typically the sessions are between 15 and 20 people.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have used other similar solutions, such as Teams and Zoom.
How was the initial setup?
I did not do the implementation of Webex. However, it took one or two minutes to be installed.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Webex an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.

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