ClickMeeting vs. Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
ClickMeeting
Score 8.8 out of 10
N/A
ClickMeeting is a webinar solution formerly owned by GetResponse, an email marketing software company. ClickMeeting's online meeting and collaboration tools are designed to support the sales, marketing, e-learning, and training needs of business of all sizes.
$25
per month
Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
Score 7.3 out of 10
N/A
Skype for Business was an online messaging and conferencing tool, now superseded by Microsoft Teams.N/A
Pricing
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Editions & Modules
Live 25
$25
up to 25 attendees
Live 50
$35
up to 50 attendees
Automated 25
$40
up to 25 attendees
Automated 50
$45
up to 50 attendees
Live 100
$60
up to 100 attendees
Automated 100
$75
up to 100 attendees
Live 200
$119
up to 200 attendees
Live 500
$139
up to 500 attendees
Automated 200
$145
up to 200 attendees
Enterprise
$165
500 - 5000
Automated 500
$179
up to 500 attendees
Live 1000
$239
up to 1000 attendees
Automated 1000
$279
up to 1000 attendees
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
ClickMeetingSkype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
YesNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsDetailed enterprise pricing on demand.
More Pricing Information
Community Pulse
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Considered Both Products
ClickMeeting
Chose ClickMeeting
The both have issues with dropping off and trouble connecting but overall ClickMeeting won out.
Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
Chose Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
It is easier to chat on Slack and whatsapp.Skype For Business is much better for video collaboration that ClickMeeting. We have a problem with ClickMeeting because it uses Flash technology and not every browser supports this technology well. I think that long-term we will use Sk…
Features
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Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software
Comparison of Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software features of Product A and Product B
ClickMeeting
8.5
58 Ratings
7% above category average
Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
8.0
195 Ratings
1% above category average
High quality audio9.558 Ratings9.1191 Ratings
High quality video8.958 Ratings9.0185 Ratings
Low bandwidth requirements7.152 Ratings5.0181 Ratings
Mobile support8.749 Ratings9.0146 Ratings
Screen Sharing
Comparison of Screen Sharing features of Product A and Product B
ClickMeeting
9.0
57 Ratings
13% above category average
Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
7.0
191 Ratings
12% below category average
Desktop sharing9.357 Ratings9.0191 Ratings
Whiteboards8.751 Ratings5.0120 Ratings
Online Meetings / Events
Comparison of Online Meetings / Events features of Product A and Product B
ClickMeeting
9.2
59 Ratings
12% above category average
Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
9.3
188 Ratings
13% above category average
Calendar integration9.347 Ratings10.0174 Ratings
Meeting initiation9.056 Ratings9.5182 Ratings
Integrates with social media8.943 Ratings8.182 Ratings
Record meetings / events9.757 Ratings9.0143 Ratings
Slideshows9.254 Ratings10.0115 Ratings
Online Events Collaboration
Comparison of Online Events Collaboration features of Product A and Product B
ClickMeeting
9.3
57 Ratings
14% above category average
Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
7.5
173 Ratings
7% below category average
Live chat9.156 Ratings8.5171 Ratings
Audience polling9.352 Ratings7.094 Ratings
Q&A9.552 Ratings7.094 Ratings
Online Events Security
Comparison of Online Events Security features of Product A and Product B
ClickMeeting
8.8
54 Ratings
9% above category average
Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
6.9
156 Ratings
15% below category average
User authentication9.447 Ratings9.0142 Ratings
Participant roles & permissions9.354 Ratings8.5148 Ratings
Confidential attendee list7.849 Ratings3.1109 Ratings
VoIP system collaboration
Comparison of VoIP system collaboration features of Product A and Product B
ClickMeeting
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Ratings
Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
7.8
1 Ratings
3% above category average
Video conferencing00 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Audio conferencing00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Video screen sharing00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Instant messaging00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
Best Alternatives
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Small Businesses
Intermedia AnyMeeting Pro
Intermedia AnyMeeting Pro
Score 7.3 out of 10
Intermedia AnyMeeting Pro
Intermedia AnyMeeting Pro
Score 7.3 out of 10
Medium-sized Companies
JioMeet
JioMeet
Score 9.7 out of 10
JioMeet
JioMeet
Score 9.7 out of 10
Enterprises
Webex Meetings
Webex Meetings
Score 8.5 out of 10
Webex Meetings
Webex Meetings
Score 8.5 out of 10
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User Ratings
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Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
(59 ratings)
8.4
(198 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
9.1
(1 ratings)
9.0
(7 ratings)
Usability
8.7
(41 ratings)
9.0
(14 ratings)
Support Rating
9.9
(36 ratings)
8.5
(40 ratings)
Implementation Rating
9.1
(1 ratings)
7.0
(2 ratings)
User Testimonials
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Likelihood to Recommend
ClickMeeting
ClickMeeting serves a dual purpose within our organization. Firstly, it acts as a reliable platform for hosting staff meetings, enabling effective communication and collaboration among team members. Whether it's for updates, discussions, or brainstorming sessions, ClickMeeting provides the necessary tools for seamless engagement.Secondly, ClickMeeting is instrumental in delivering online courses to our students. It empowers us to create interactive learning experiences regardless of geographical constraints. We can easily share course materials, conduct live or pre-recorded lectures, and facilitate interactive discussions and Q&A sessions. ClickMeeting ensures our students have access to high-quality education and a supportive learning environment.In summary, ClickMeeting is an invaluable tool for both internal staff communications and student-centered online courses. It fosters collaboration, engagement, and knowledge sharing in a flexible and accessible manner, enhancing our overall productivity and educational offerings.
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Skype for Business, now part of Microsoft Teams is a remote/virtual team collaboration tool must have...especially if you already use Microsoft tools. Of course, since it now part of an MS 365 subscription, it really doesn't make sense to use anything else. It is easy to use and just works. I'm not sure how anyone who works with digital files/documents and needs to work with other people doing similar work can be effective without such a tool. Of course, there are a number of alternatives like Zoom or Webex, but why pay or use another separate tool if you don't need to. :-)
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Pros
ClickMeeting
  • ClickMeeting is user-friendly, the admin and user panel is simple, intuitive!
  • When conducting training, you can use default settings such as edu mode and it saves time, I don't have to worry if I'm sure I've muted everyone and if I'm the only one visible.
  • ClickMeeting is also integrated with the Moodle e-learning platform, so it's a great support in organizing blended-learning processes.
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  • Instant messaging to anyone who we know only by name/email. Even if they're offline, they get the message in missed convos and a notification automatically goes to them via Outlook mail. All conversations are saved and accessible via Outlook.
  • Video and voice calls are a norm in the WFH scenario, and an average employee has around 4-5 calls a day. Skype gives notifications for upcoming meetings, allows easy scheduling via outlook calendar, and its audio/video quality [is] reasonably good compared to the amount of data it consumes.
  • Status availabilities - in the WFH scenario, you could be off for lunch, out of office, busy, sharing screens - and might not want to be disturbed. Skype allows you to do that, and in case you're off, ensures that you know that you have missed messages.
  • Screen sharing - we have to share screens at least once or twice a day with a coworker when working on some issues/features, and Skype easily lets us do that. One of the best things about Skype is that the screen can be shared without being on a video/voice call - which is of immense advantage because oftentimes, you could prefer sharing the screen, while it [is] too noisy to talk.
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Cons
ClickMeeting
  • Individual Audio Controls. I'd love to be able to adjust the audio for each of the presenters within the platform, as the host. Not all presenters are tech savvy and sometimes don't know how to adjust this themselves.
  • Additional Saved Color Schemes. I'd love to be able to create/save multiple custom color schemes that I can use for various events instead of a single one.
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  • Connection issues can be hard to diagnose when they come up(as some knowledge of server information may be needed to reestablish as the connection troubleshooting options on the sky are not as user-friendly as the rest of the platform.
  • Some issues setting up camera/sound could use more info on troubleshooting options with playback sound, video, etc.
  • Statuses sometimes are unreliable and do not display correctly .
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Likelihood to Renew
ClickMeeting
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The software is simple to install and configure. It is rather simple to explain for correct use. It is possible to profile users for the different functions offered. It is integrated quite completely with Outlook and with Active Directory security. It performs all communication functions well with one or more interlocutors and the possibility of granting control of your computer is convenient.
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Usability
ClickMeeting
ClickMeeting's overall usability is commendably excellent. Its intuitive, user-friendly interface makes it remarkably easy for users of all skill levels to navigate. The platform delivers a seamless, streamlined experience from setting up meetings to engaging with participants. Despite some advanced features having a slight learning curve, the platform remains user-friendly, efficient, and reliable.
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Very easy to use. Even though Microsoft Teams has a lot of features and integrations, as a user I feel completely comfortable on finding what I need, getting information about the app extensions and using them. It's a very comprehensive tool, intuitive design and does not make me feel tired to be using it. I am glad with the current experience.
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Support Rating
ClickMeeting
It takes a bit of time to get to grips with the platform at first, but it's short and there is an online help chat available. People on the chat are very helpful and available for a long time - also on weekends, which greatly improves work. Really very good support.
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I have only had to reach out to the Support team at Skype for Business once with an issue, and I was pleasantly surprised and encouraged by the quickness and thoroughness of their response. The wait time was short and my question was dealt with politely and clearly, so I would say the support team has it together.
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Implementation Rating
ClickMeeting
It was very simple.
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Skpe for business is utilized company wide in regards to my company. Everyone not only uses it, but uses it often. It is an effective way of communicating. It also integrates very nicely with outlook and all conversation history is pushed to a folder within the outlook system. We also have it so that if someone misses a message, they are sent an email reminder saying that there is a message that went unread.
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Alternatives Considered
ClickMeeting
- does not require installation - clear interface - fast chat technical support - available in Polish language - provides a stable connection - it allows us to share presentations - we can also record the meeting - the process of creating the meeting is quick and easy also for beginners
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For the below reason I will always choose this app over its competitors: Better audio and video quality, Little to no disconnections or freezing when on a call/video conference Integrates well with mailbox/ calendar/ one drive, and SharePoint is easy to use
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Return on Investment
ClickMeeting
  • Strengthening the image of the ITAKA Foundation as an institution that comprehensively deals with the subject of disappearances and can share knowledge in this area.
  • Time savings in the preparation of internal meetings (e.g. thanks to the possibility of placing an accurate schedule).
  • Reaching a greater number of webinar recipients (e.g. thanks to the possibility of live broadcast via social media).
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  • Skype for Business has enabled a migration in part away from fixed line telephony and introduced the user to mobile working with a headset which cannot be overstated as being a game changer.
  • Being able to schedule Skype for Business meetings through Outlook has meant meetings with colleagues without a meeting room has been a great enabler.
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ScreenShots

ClickMeeting Screenshots

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