Microsoft Teams vs Google Meet
An independent, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tool. Pricing, features, strengths, and trade-offs.
Free / Teams Essentials $4/user/mo / M365 Business Basic $7/user/mo (paid yearly)
Free / Workspace Business Starter (USD not confirmed; EUR 6.80/user/mo from Austria) / Business Standard $14/user/mo
At a glance
| Microsoft Teams | Google Meet | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free / Teams Essentials $4/user/mo / M365 Business Basic $7/user/mo (paid yearly) | Free / Workspace Business Starter (USD not confirmed; EUR 6.80/user/mo from Austria) / Business Standard $14/user/mo |
| Type | Video Conferencing | Video Conferencing |
Feature comparison
| Feature | Microsoft Teams | Google Meet |
|---|---|---|
| Video meetings and webinars | No | |
| Microsoft 365 integration | No | |
| Copilot AI assistant | No | |
| Channels and chat | No | |
| File collaboration | No | |
| Browser-based, no download | No | |
| Gemini AI meeting features | No | |
| Auto-translated captions | No | |
| Google Workspace integration | No | |
| Adaptive audio for in-room+remote | No |
What makes each tool different
Microsoft Teams
Teams wins when organizations are already on Microsoft 365. Its deep integration with Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, and the entire Microsoft ecosystem makes it the natural choice for enterprises. Copilot AI features are rapidly expanding.
Google Meet
Google Meet strength is simplicity and browser-native access. No downloads needed. The Gemini AI integration adds adaptive audio, auto-translated captions, and meeting notes directly within the Google Workspace ecosystem.
Strengths and weaknesses
Strengths
- Bundled with Microsoft 365 at no extra cost
- Deep integration with Microsoft ecosystem
- Strong enterprise admin controls
Weaknesses
- Can feel bloated and complex
- Video quality trails Zoom
- Copilot requires additional licensing
Strengths
- No app download required
- Clean, simple interface
- Tight Google Calendar integration
Weaknesses
- Fewer features than Zoom or Teams
- Enterprise admin less granular
- Recording starts at Workspace Business Standard (not Starter)
Try both and decide
The best way to choose is to test each tool with your own workflow. Most offer free tiers or trials.