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Google Meet vs Jitsi Meet
Google Meet vs Jitsi Meet
A side-by-side look at Google Meet (the paid SaaS) and Jitsi Meet (the open source alternative). Use this page to decide if the switch fits your team and workflow.
| Google Meet | Jitsi Meet | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | Meetings embedded in Google Workspace. | Open source video meetings you can self-host or use free. |
| License | Proprietary SaaS | Apache-2.0 |
| Pricing | Free (time-limited for groups); full access with Workspace. | Free to self-host · optional paid hosted plan |
| Self-host option | No | Yes — difficulty 3/5 |
| Hosted cloud available | Yes (only option) | Yes |
| Desktop apps | Varies by product | Web only |
| Mobile apps | Official apps typically available | iOS, Android |
Ad slot — between tables
Best for
Instant browser meetings with no Google account.
Jitsi Meet strengths
- Free public instance (meet.jit.si) with no sign-up.
- Self-hostable for privacy.
- Webhook and SDK integrations available.
Jitsi Meet weaknesses
- Tuning a self-hosted instance for scale takes ops work.
- Advanced features (e2ee, breakouts) evolving.
- No native desktop app.
What's the catch with Google Meet?
- Tied to Google account ecosystem.
- Free tier has 60-minute limit on group calls.
- Privacy concerns for non-Workspace users.
Still unsure?
Check the full list of alternatives to Google Meet: see Google Meet alternatives, or learn more about Jitsi Meet on its project page.