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reviewer1112451 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Manager at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Real User
Reliable and easy to navigate with easy access to lots of great functionalities
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution is easy to navigate."
  • "The solution needs to have a feature that allows you to take over another person's screen. right now, that's not possible. This is important for our purposes due to the act that we are often using the solution to troubleshoot issues for our clients. If we could just take over their screen and go in and fix issues, it would make troubleshooting infinitely easier."

What is our primary use case?

I primarily use the solution for business meetings and occasionally for some personal events as well.

What is most valuable?

The solution is very reliable. I've never had issues with the video or audio.

The solution is easy to navigate.

It's very easy to find the functionalities I need when I am using it.

The product makes it easy to invite people to the meetings.

It offers great collaboration functionality.

What needs improvement?

The solution needs to have a feature that allows you to take over another person's screen. right now, that's not possible. This is important for our purposes due to the act that we are often using the solution to troubleshoot issues for our clients. If we could just take over their screen and go in and fix issues, it would make troubleshooting infinitely easier.

The solution should also make it easier to be able to share material with each other during the meetings.

If the flexibility could improve, so there aren't disruptions during meetings, that would be great. Occasionally we get a frozen page. However, that may be network or connectivity issues on our end.

For how long have I used the solution?

While I did occasionally use Zoom before COVID-19, due to participation in events organized by our software partner, I've only really begun to use it regularly this year, after we had to socially distance.

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The stability is great. It's reliable. The audio and video always work. There's no bugs or glitches. It doesn't crash either.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The scalability is fine. If users need to scale the solution, they can do so easily. You can have many people on one call.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We also use Skype. Both Skype and Zoom have been very useful to us during COVID social distancing requirements.

The product is very reminiscent of Skype. I prefer both Zoom and Skype to Microsoft Teams, which I dislike. Teams is more difficult to use and to invite people to meetings. Skype and Zoom, for example, are easy to navigate to the functionalities I need.

I also do not like WebEx, which I have also used in the past. Webex takes control of my camera sometimes without explicitly stating so, and this is an unpleasant experience for me. Zoom never does this.

How was the initial setup?

I don't have much to say about the initial implementation. I always just use the web application, and, in that sense, there really isn't a setup of deployment of the product. It's just a website you go to utilize the services.

In my past experience using WebEx and Skype, however, I recall their setups to be quite easy and relatively quick. I imagine Zoom is very much the same.

What other advice do I have?

We're just Zoom customers. We don't have any special business partnership with the company.

I'm using the group application and I believe it's the latest version of the solution that I always access. I don't have it downloaded onto my PC.

Due to COVID, I've had to organize sessions on my own. Before COVID, I was only invited to sessions. It's only been recently that I've had to get to know all the functionality of to solution and processes behind inviting other people to meetings, etc.

I would advise other users to simply use the web application of the solution and to avoid downloading anything onto your desktop.

I'd rate the solution nine out of ten. I really like the solution. It has great useability.

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Senior Consultant at ZILKER TECHNOLOGY LLC
Consultant
made organizing conferences quite easy, we can record and replay the total meeting

What is our primary use case?

I use it for conferencing. I use it in Mac as well as Windows. Also, I organise video and audio conferences.

How has it helped my organization?

It has made organizing conferences quite easy. We can record and replay the total meeting. Also, when organizing team meetings, there is an option to mute all users and have a chairperson.

What is most valuable?

  • Recording option — we can replay it later.
  • Chat, in the case of group meetings
  • Raising a hand to notify the chair that we have some things to share
  • Video ability
  • Screen share.

What needs improvement?

I like this solution as such. Maybe taking some steps over reducing bandwidth usage in case of video conference could be good. Also, filtering noise in case of audio. 

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reviewer1308588 - PeerSpot reviewer
EMEA CLoud Technology at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees
Real User
Scalable, simple implementation, and free version available
Pros and Cons
  • "Zoom is a scalable solution, we have 150,000 people using it in my organization."
  • "Zoom can improve the user-friendliness of the management when you are doing a webinar."

What is our primary use case?

Zoom a video conferencing tool.

What needs improvement?

Zoom can improve the user-friendliness of the management when you are doing a webinar.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Zoom for approximately five years.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Zoom is a scalable solution, we have 150,000 people using it in my organization.

How are customer service and support?

I have not contacted the support from Zoom.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

Previously I was using Microsoft Teams and Skype for Business.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup of the solution is simple. It is a cloud-based solution and the client or interface is simple to install. The process takes 30 seconds.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I use the free version of Zoom.

What other advice do I have?

I would highly recommend this solution to others.

I rate Zoom an eight out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
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reviewer1013220 - PeerSpot reviewer
Sales Manager IT Solutions at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Real User
Stable and scalable video communications app; reasonably priced and easy to set up
Pros and Cons
  • "Zoom is easy to set up and is a very stable video communications app."
  • "Nothing extraordinary about this application, as its main use is for connecting with people on the other side of the cloud, but other users could find other Zoom features valuable."

What is our primary use case?

Zoom is used day-to-day like a mobile phone, so you can connect with your audience or customer from the other side of the screen, though there's nothing extraordinary about it.

What needs improvement?

A voice chatting feature could be added to Zoom, and its screen sharing feature could be improved, though some users will find more value in these changes more than I would.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using Zoom since the pandemic, so more than two years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Zoom is very stable. There are times it isn't as stable, but that could be the fault of your internet connection, not the fault of the application.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Zoom is scalable because they offer different packages. For example, I'm paying for Zoom, particularly a professional license for one person. I only use the professional, personal license, but you can scale up for a team or for an organization and pay for a different license type or package.

How was the initial setup?

Zoom is very easy to set up.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

If I had to rate the cost of this solution with one being the worst and ten being the best, I'll rate it a ten.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I evaluated Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and GoToMeeting.

What other advice do I have?

I'm a partner of UiPath. I'm an implementer and I'm also a user of some of UiPath's products. I don't have hands-on experience with UiPath Process Mining, because here in Mexico, it is not the common. Not all companies have well-implemented ERP software such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft, so when you put or connect the process miner, you'll find nothing in the results. I know what a process miner is, but it's not very common here.

I have here Automation Anywhere and Blue Prism, but all the robots work the same, and the only change is the flavor. All the robots have the same capacity and the same level of trustworthiness. The only difference between UiPath and the rest of the competitors is that UiPath's first robot: the Attended Robot, is cheaper than other robots. Its price is the only real difference in the market.

I only specialize in RPA (robotic process automation).

I also use other tools, e.g. web meeting solutions such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams. I have an account in Zoom.

Zoom is deployed on-premises in our organization. It's on-premise: on every laptop and on every desktop.

My usage of Zoom is low, e.g. I just use it to talk with two or three people on the other side of the cloud. I have not used it for other purposes. I know it has a webcast or video webinar feature, and it's not common for me to use that. Other users may see the difference with using Zoom vs another application and be able to mention valuable features of Zoom, but in my case, I'm unable to. I also don't have any idea on what could be improved in Zoom.

I never had to call technical support.

My partner recommended Zoom to me, but when you have to talk or connect with other people, you'll always say to connect through Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, or GoToMeeting. Zoom is recommended by everyone, though, and always comes out of everyone's mouth. Everybody knows Zoom.

My overall rating for this product is an eight out of ten. For its cost, I'll rate it a ten.

I haven't given much thought on how my rating for this solution could increase from an eight to a ten because Zoom's current use for me is just to connect with people and nothing more.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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reviewer1595568 - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Content Writer at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
Real User
Chat function is a valuable feature
Pros and Cons
  • "Zoom's content shareability and chat support are the most valuable features."
  • "Zoom could use more background options."

What is our primary use case?

I use Zoom for hosting and attending webinars, Q&A, attending classes, and hosting online meetings. I use it for both my personal and business needs. Our organization has approximately 150 people that use Zoom.

What is most valuable?

Zoom's content shareability and chat support are the most valuable features.

What needs improvement?

Zoom could use more background options.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Zoom for two years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Zoom is a stable product.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Zoom is a scalable solution.

How was the initial setup?

Zoom is cloud based so the setup is straightforward and can be done without support.

What about the implementation team?

I implemented Zoom myself.

What other advice do I have?

We will continue to use Zoom. As the number of employees grow so will our usage of Zoom. I would rate Zoom a 9 out of 10.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
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Real User
Mature platform, easier to install than some competitors
Pros and Cons
  • "Another advantage of Zoom is that it is easier to link a person that is not a Zoom user than it is with WebEx."
  • "We have had some quality and lagging issues with video regardless of connection quality."

What is our primary use case?

My primary use case for Zoom is for contacting clients, suppliers, and even colleagues. We were working at a distance with some people.

What is most valuable?

One of the most valuable advantages of Zoom is that it is a bit easier to install than Microsoft Teams or WebEx by Cisco, for example. Another advantage of Zoom is that it is easier to link a person that is not a Zoom user than it is with WebEx.

Overall, Zoom is a very mature platform. The only issues and glitches we have every had with it were related to Wi-Fi quality. For example, we can run into problems when a colleague is working on a low-quality Wi-Fi connection. Also, we try to use headsets in our meetings and this can create a problem, but that again is not an issue with the platform itself. 

What needs improvement?

We have had some quality and lagging issues with video regardless of connection quality. We would experience things like poor audio quality or a choppy connection, but that was with older versions of Zoom. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I started using Zoom 10 years ago. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Zoom is fairly stable.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

We pay a per-seat monthly fee for keeping the license.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
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reviewer1734405 - PeerSpot reviewer
Head Channel and Capacity at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
Real User
Beneficial packages and access by shared link
Pros and Cons
  • "There is no installation, you can give someone a link to the chat and they can access the chat through the link."
  • "The solution could improve by being more secure."

What is our primary use case?

We use Zoom for virtual meetings.

What needs improvement?

The solution could improve by being more secure.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Zoom for approximately one year.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have approximately 10 people in my organization that use this solution on a regular basis.

How was the initial setup?

There is no installation, you can give someone a link to the chat and they can access the chat through the link.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

We have subscribed to a package for Zoom and it is a monthly payment.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend this solution to others

I rate Zoom an eight out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
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reviewer1699782 - PeerSpot reviewer
Account Executive at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees
Real User
More user friendly than most of its competitors
Pros and Cons
  • "like Zoom because it's a very simple program. We have more success using Zoom with clients, partners, and everybody else. Everybody seems to be able to get Zoom. Some people struggle with Teams."
  • "Zoom isn't well integrated with anything else. Obviously, it's integrated enough to be able to set an appointment or schedule a Zoom meeting."

What is our primary use case?

We use Zoom and Teams for different corporate communications functions. Zoom is our standalone platform for meetings. We use Teams for internal chatting and when we need some integrated functions. 

How has it helped my organization?

I like Zoom because it's a very simple program. We have more success using Zoom with clients, partners, and everybody else. Everybody seems to be able to get Zoom. Some people struggle with Teams.

What is most valuable?

I think Zoom is more user-friendly than most of its competitors. It's simple. I think Teams can be more restrictive.

What needs improvement?

Zoom isn't well integrated with anything else. Obviously, it's integrated enough to be able to set an appointment or schedule a Zoom meeting.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using Zoom for two years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I have no issues with Zoom at all. I would rate Zoom best, Teams next, and Webex is a pain.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I haven't used Zoom for large meetings, but I've seen calls with hundreds of people.

How was the initial setup?

Zoom setup is the simplest.

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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