Head to head · Video conferencing & webinars
Cisco Webex vs Zoom
Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. Cisco Webex rates highest.
| Compare | Cisco Webex | Zoom |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Video conferencing & webinars | Video conferencing & webinars |
| Vendor | Cisco | Zoom Video Communications |
| Headquarters | San Jose, United States | San Jose, United States |
| Made in India | No | No |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free plan |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Published pricing | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment | cloud | cloud |
| Mobile apps | No | No |
| Founded | 1995 | 2011 |
| Best for | Startup, Small business, SMB | Startup, Small business, SMB |
| App Advisor rating | 4.6 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
Cisco Webex: pros & cons
- +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
- +31 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run
- −Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit
Key features
- HD meetings with screen sharing
- Webinars with registration and Q&A
- Recording and transcription
- Breakout rooms and polls
- Calendar integration
- Live streaming to YouTube and LinkedIn
Zoom: pros & cons
- +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
- +15 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +One of the top-ranked video conferencing & webinars options in our catalogue
- +Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run
- −Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit
Key features
- HD meetings with screen sharing
- Webinars with registration and Q&A
- Recording and transcription
- Breakout rooms and polls
- Calendar integration
- Live streaming to YouTube and LinkedIn
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Cisco Webex or Zoom?+
Cisco Webex scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.6/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. The right choice depends on your workflow — request demos of both.
Is Cisco Webex cheaper than Zoom?+
Cisco Webex starts at Free plan and Zoom at Free plan. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.
Can I switch from Cisco Webex to Zoom?+
Most video conferencing & webinars products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.