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Video conferencing has become an essential tool for interconnected businesses, whether you're coordinating with remote teams, meeting clients, or collaborating across offices. Google Meet and Zoom are two of the most popular platforms, each offering distinct advantages depending on your business needs and existing technology setup.
This guide compares Google Meet and Zoom across pricing, features, and integrations to help you choose the best fit for your Singapore business. We'll also show you how using a Wise Business Card can help you save on foreign transaction fees when paying for these international SaaS subscriptions.
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Here's how the two platforms stack up across key business considerations:
Feature | Google Meet Free¹ | Google Workspace Business Standard¹ | Zoom Free² | Zoom Business² |
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Participants | 100 | 150 | 100 | 300 |
Meeting Duration | 60 minutes | 24 hours | 40 minutes | 30 hours |
Cloud Storage | 15 GB (Google Drive) | 2 TB pooled | None | 5 GB |
Recording | No | Yes (to Drive) | Local only | Local + Cloud |
Breakout Rooms | Basic | Advanced | Yes | Advanced |
Whiteboard | Jamboard integration | Jamboard integration | 3 editable | Unlimited |
AI Features | Limited | Advanced with Gemini | No | AI Companion |
Mobile Apps | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Phone Dial-in | No | Yes | No | Additional cost |
Monthly Price/User | Free | USD 14 | Free | USD 18.33 |
*Details accurate as of 4th June 2025
Both platforms offer compelling features, but Google Meet's strength lies in its seamless Google Workspace integration, while Zoom excels in dedicated video conferencing capabilities. For Singapore businesses already using Google services, Meet provides natural workflow integration, whilst Zoom offers more flexible standalone options.
➡️If you’d like to find out more about the pricing and features for Zoom, check out our Zoom pricing guide here. |
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Google Meet is Google's video conferencing platform, and comes integrated with Google Workspace. Unlike standalone video conferencing tools, Google Meet can't be purchased separately. A free version is available with any Google account, but Premium features require a Google Workspace subscription. As you’d expect, the platform is designed to work seamlessly with other Google productivity tools, including Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Calendar.
Google Meet operates entirely through web browsers without requiring software downloads, though mobile apps are available. Users can join meetings directly from Google Calendar invites, Gmail, or through meeting links. It offers real-time collaboration features, including screen sharing, digital whiteboarding through Jamboard, live captions in 69 languages, and integration with Google Workspace apps.
For businesses, Google Meet provides enterprise-grade security with encrypted video and audio streams, advanced endpoint management, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) capabilities at higher tiers. The platform supports various meeting types from 1:1 calls to large webinars, with participant limits varying by subscription tier.
Google Meet pricing* is bundled within Google Workspace plans¹.
Business Starter Plan:
Business Standard Plan:
Business Plus Plan:
Enterprise Plus Plan:
*For Singapore businesses subscribing to Google's plans, the prices will be quoted in SGD. For easy comparison with Zoom prices, we're provided Google Workspace's quoted prices in USD.
Google Meet's biggest advantage is its tight integration with Google Workspace, though this comes with some limitations for businesses seeking standalone solutions.
Pros
Cons
Google Meet is most suitable for businesses already using or planning to adopt Google Workspace, particularly those prioritising security, integration, and AI-powered features.
Zoom is a comprehensive communication platform offering video conferencing through Zoom Workplace, VoIP services through Zoom Phone, and additional collaboration tools. Unlike Google Meet, Zoom can be purchased as a standalone service or bundled with additional communications features.
Zoom functions through dedicated desktop and mobile applications, though web browser access is also available. The platform provides extensive meeting management features, including breakout rooms, waiting rooms, meeting controls, and advanced security settings. It can be widely integrated with third-party apps and has comprehensive admin controls for enterprise management.
Users also benefit from advanced AI features through Zoom's AI Companion, which provides meeting summaries, smart recordings with highlights, automated transcription, and intelligent chat assistance. Zoom offers specialised solutions for different industries, including healthcare (HIPAA-compliant), education, and enterprise environments.
Zoom offers multiple pricing tiers with both monthly and annual billing options. Annual subscriptions provide up to 16% savings:²
Free Plan:
Pro Plan:
Business Plan:
Zoom excels as a dedicated video conferencing platform with advanced meeting features - it does only one thing, but it does it incredibly well.
Pros
Cons
Zoom is most suitable for businesses seeking dedicated video conferencing solutions with advanced meeting management features, particularly those not already using Google's ecosystem.
Many SaaS subscription providers charge in USD or other major foreign currencies. Most Singapore businesses use their corporate bank card for all corporate expenses, without realising there are hidden costs such as foreign transaction fees and exchange-rate markups being charged to their account.
If you’d rather not let these unnecessary costs impact your monthly expenses and eat into your profits, check the billing currency before setting up your subscription.
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Google Meet offers a free version with basic features including up to 100 participants and 60-minute meeting limits. However, advanced features like 24-hour meetings, recording, and enhanced security require a Google Workspace subscription.
Google Meet excels if you're already using Google Workspace, offering seamless integration with Gmail, Drive, Docs, and Calendar. Zoom provides more extensive third-party integrations and works well with various business applications, including Microsoft Office 365, Slack, and Salesforce.
Google Meet requires a full Google Workspace subscription for premium features, making the actual cost a lot higher when factoring in bundled applications. Zoom offers standalone pricing but charges extra for phone integration in lower tiers and has various add-ons that can increase costs - but none of these costs should be considered ‘hidden’.
Both platforms work well for remote teams - offering international connectivity and good collaboration options for teams who need to work together, separately. Google Meet is ideal if your team already uses Google services and needs strong browser-based access. Zoom offers more advanced meeting management features and better mobile apps, making it suitable for teams requiring sophisticated collaboration tools.
The choice between Google Meet and Zoom ultimately depends on what technology you already use and how extensive your video conferencing needs are.
Choose Google Meet if you're already using Google Workspace or planning to adopt it.
The seamless integration with Gmail, Drive, and other Google tools creates an efficient workflow that's particularly valuable for businesses prioritising productivity suite integration. Google Meet is also ideal if you prefer browser-based solutions and don't want to manage separate software installations.
Choose Zoom if you need dedicated video conferencing with advanced meeting management features.
Zoom's breakout rooms, extensive third-party integrations, and flexible pricing make it perfect for businesses that are more concerned with setting up great video channels than building an entire productivity suite.
If you’re not already committed to the Google ecosystem, it’s not worth committing for the sake of Google Meet when Zoom is available separately.
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2 - Zoom Pricing
Sources checked on 4th June 2025
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