Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
LoopUp
Score 6.0 out of 10
N/A
LoopUp is a remote meeting/web conferencing platform.N/A
Signal
Score 9.2 out of 10
N/A
Signal is an open source cross-platform messaging app featuring end-to-end encryption to keep conversations private and secure, boasting no ads, no affiliate marketers, and no creepy tracking in Signal. Users can focus on sharing the moments that matter.
$0
Webex Meetings
Score 8.6 out of 10
N/A
Webex Meetings is a video conferencing solution powering hybrid work. It enables a seamless collaboration experience and better results with meetings that are designed to give everyone the ability to engage no matter their location, language, or communication style.
$14.50
per month per user
Pricing
LoopUpSignal MessengerWebex Meetings
Editions & Modules
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Webex Meet
$14.50
per month per user
Webex Suite: Meet + Call
$25
per month per user
Enterprise
Contact Sales
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
LoopUpSignalWebex Meetings
Free Trial
NoNoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoYesYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup feeOptional
Additional DetailsDiscount available for annual pricing.
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LoopUpSignal MessengerWebex Meetings
Features
LoopUpSignal MessengerWebex Meetings
Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software
Comparison of Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software features of Product A and Product B
LoopUp
8.0
2 Ratings
1% above category average
Signal Messenger
-
Ratings
Webex Meetings
8.6
840 Ratings
8% above category average
High quality audio9.02 Ratings00 Ratings9.0834 Ratings
High quality video6.01 Ratings00 Ratings9.0826 Ratings
Low bandwidth requirements9.02 Ratings00 Ratings7.9795 Ratings
Mobile support8.01 Ratings00 Ratings8.5758 Ratings
Screen Sharing
Comparison of Screen Sharing features of Product A and Product B
LoopUp
7.0
1 Ratings
12% below category average
Signal Messenger
-
Ratings
Webex Meetings
8.5
826 Ratings
7% above category average
Desktop sharing7.01 Ratings00 Ratings8.7824 Ratings
Whiteboards00 Ratings00 Ratings8.2718 Ratings
Online Meetings / Events
Comparison of Online Meetings / Events features of Product A and Product B
LoopUp
8.5
2 Ratings
4% above category average
Signal Messenger
-
Ratings
Webex Meetings
8.6
834 Ratings
5% above category average
Calendar integration7.02 Ratings00 Ratings8.6791 Ratings
Meeting initiation10.02 Ratings00 Ratings8.5820 Ratings
Integrates with social media00 Ratings00 Ratings8.4347 Ratings
Record meetings / events00 Ratings00 Ratings8.9778 Ratings
Slideshows00 Ratings00 Ratings8.6704 Ratings
Online Events Security
Comparison of Online Events Security features of Product A and Product B
LoopUp
8.0
2 Ratings
0% below category average
Signal Messenger
-
Ratings
Webex Meetings
8.8
783 Ratings
9% above category average
User authentication8.02 Ratings00 Ratings8.8736 Ratings
Participant roles & permissions8.01 Ratings00 Ratings8.7762 Ratings
Confidential attendee list8.02 Ratings00 Ratings8.9471 Ratings
Online Events Collaboration
Comparison of Online Events Collaboration features of Product A and Product B
LoopUp
-
Ratings
Signal Messenger
-
Ratings
Webex Meetings
8.7
789 Ratings
8% above category average
Live chat00 Ratings00 Ratings8.8767 Ratings
Audience polling00 Ratings00 Ratings8.9679 Ratings
Q&A00 Ratings00 Ratings8.5688 Ratings
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User Ratings
LoopUpSignal MessengerWebex Meetings
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
(2 ratings)
9.0
(3 ratings)
8.8
(842 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
8.1
(56 ratings)
Usability
-
(0 ratings)
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7.5
(110 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
7.4
(438 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
9.6
(413 ratings)
Support Rating
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(2 ratings)
9.3
(113 ratings)
In-Person Training
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
8.8
(6 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
8.5
(6 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
9.2
(19 ratings)
Configurability
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
8.7
(12 ratings)
Contract Terms and Pricing Model
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
7.3
(10 ratings)
Ease of integration
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
9.7
(8 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
9.6
(409 ratings)
Professional Services
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
8.9
(9 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
9.3
(10 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
-
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(11 ratings)
User Testimonials
LoopUpSignal MessengerWebex Meetings
Likelihood to Recommend
LoopUp
It's fantastic for folks who have conference calls with folks outside your organization throughout the day. It does not have a video option though, so if you need that, look elsewhere. After each call, I get an email "receipt" which shows the length of the call and all participants.
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Open Source
Signal is great for high-security applications where privacy is a concern, perhaps because of the sensitive nature of the materials being communicated. For instance, if you are sending sensitive information about a film that hasn't been released yet, and you want to make sure that paparazzi and fans don't get access to spoiler information, Signal is a great way to communicate.
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Cisco
The first reason is the ease of use and availability, which makes WebEx work for all. The quality of audio and video is adorable. As a business development associate, I must make an impression on the other side, and WebEx helps me make first impressions. A few features are complex for new users but can be resolved.
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Pros
LoopUp
  • Easily connect and identify users
  • Allows for Screen Sharing
  • Moderator can manage those in the call
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Open Source
  • Encryption end to end
  • Audio quality
  • Ability to permanently delete messages and history
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Cisco
  • Anywhere at anytime virtual meetings and conferences.
  • Secure collaboration end-to-end.
  • Webex Assistant, I like this feature every much.
  • Customizable layouts as needs arise.
  • Great User Interface (UI).
  • Historical capture of meetings.
  • The shape and gesture recognition features using AI.
  • Note-taking.
  • Close Captioning in various languages.
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Cons
LoopUp
  • The cost may be higher than a traditional conference line.
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Open Source
  • Backup functionality on iOS devices
  • Sometimes messages can be delayed
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Cisco
  • Only a few options are there for non-verbal feedback like hand raising or emoji reactions. They should work on it as expressing understanding or agreement would help collaborate with the cross-functional teams.
  • More options for creating custom workflows and integrations with internal tools would be helpful and the whiteboard also looks basic compared to other similar tools. I think, adding features like sticky notes and freehand drawing would be a great boost.
  • The mobile app is functional but I find it less intuitive and feature-rich compared to the desktop version. Should have parity in features and a more user-friendly interface will become more helpful for mobile users like me who sometimes conduct or attend meetings on the go.
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Likelihood to Renew
LoopUp
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Open Source
No answers on this topic
Cisco
Because Webex Meetings is known for its consistent performance, with high quality audio and video that works well even in low bandwidth situations. This makes it a dependable tool for both small and large meetings without worrying about technical glitches. Also, the platform is easy to navigate, both for meeting hosts and participants. Features like screen sharing, chat, and breakout rooms are intuitive
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Usability
LoopUp
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Open Source
No answers on this topic
Cisco
Webex Meetings does not provide enough audio feedback for users with visual disabilities to properly navigate the tool. Students, faculty, and staff who are blind or have low vision may not be able to use Webex Meetings. Users with motor disabilities that navigate via keyboard, may not be able to navigate the web conferencing session enough to participate fully.
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Reliability and Availability
LoopUp
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Open Source
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Cisco
So personally I have never faced any kind of meeting unavailability issue while scandaling meeting with WebEx the bandwidth is really good and in terms of application performance the same is my opinion what I mentioned for availability it is good and the objective of communication is quite fruitfully achieved with a simple and effective product like WebEx which is often bundled with the purchase of course which is which we have at our company and great discount is being offered so it is easy on our pocket. I really don't have any specific errors which have faced I should mention over here the operation or application uses is quite smooth.
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Performance
LoopUp
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Open Source
No answers on this topic
Cisco
We use browsers to join Webex Meetings and it is very good no issue also appears from Webex APP is very organized and does not consume more resources of PC so no issues appeared. We join audio and video in many ways, all of which are good. We integrated it with active Microsoft Exchange with easy deployment.
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Support Rating
LoopUp
No answers on this topic
Open Source
I've never contacted support but I see that they are on the ball for bug fixes, highly communicative in release notes, and continually releasing updates to Signal that address common user complaints. Given how responsive the development team is, and how they are continually improving Signal, I think their support is top notch.
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Cisco
The support cases can be opened instantly. The support engineers can support you via Telephone, E-Mail, WebEx Meetings, and My favorite WebEx application.24X7 Availability of the engineers. Step-by-step guidance is available by an engineer. https://help.webex.com/ - Great Site for instant FAQ's. https://status.webex.com/ - Is helpful to identify the updated schedule of WebEx or to know the server status of WebEx services.
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In-Person Training
LoopUp
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Open Source
No answers on this topic
Cisco
It was straight to the point and very informative. effective training often includes clear explanations, hands-on practice opportunities, time for questions and answers, real-world examples, and follow-up support. If you're trying to assess the quality of a specific training session, you might consider these factors. For organizations looking to assess the quality of their in-person training, it's best to solicit feedback directly from the participants. This can be done through anonymous surveys or feedback sessions, enabling the organization to gather firsthand information and improve future training sessions accordingly.
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Online Training
LoopUp
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Open Source
No answers on this topic
Cisco
It was very interactive and well explained. The trainor is very much knowledgeable of the product. He was able to answer all of our inquiries in a timely and professional manner. There were lots of exercises done during the duration of the training to ensure that we have a better view on what to expect from the product.
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Implementation Rating
LoopUp
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Open Source
No answers on this topic
Cisco
That we needed complex implementation that we didn't get tells me 2 things: 1) the product was not designed in a way that "just worked" like some of its peers (Zoom / BlueJeans) and 2) had our company defined actual user needs and validated / verified that they had bought something that matched those, we would have pursued features / designs more closely aligned with what the product actually does: screen share, sometimes video, definitely VOIP audio (always an option regardless of license), and easy recording and retrieval of meetings.
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Alternatives Considered
LoopUp
Loopup is a cheaper alternative than GoToMeeting. You do sacrifice some of the features, but for most staff requiring a dial in and screen sharing it does the job. If cost reduction is at the forefront, you may want to look more seriously at LoopUp as a screen sharing tool.
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Open Source
Signal is far and away better and more feature-rich. Skype is no longer the app it used to be before Microsoft acquired it, and WhatsApp, while trying to be much like Signal with claims, has too many features that lead to a sense of insecurity as it's too widely used and used for too many things.
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Cisco
The ability to transfer multimedia files directly into the platform and a very robust free plan helped me make the decision to try out Webex Meetings. Easy to set up in a company environment and accessible once the learning curve and sign up process are complete. In-platform web navigating is also a nice feature when onboarding new staff or doing market research.
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Contract Terms and Pricing Model
LoopUp
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Open Source
No answers on this topic
Cisco
We use the free version of Webex Meetings to allow us to connect with suppliers/vendors that demand Webex Meetings be used for collaboration.
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Scalability
LoopUp
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Open Source
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Cisco
I work for a Fortune 500 company with many employees so I can testify to its usability for large corporations. In addition, I use the software within my small team of sales reps so it is always usable on a small scale as well. In my eyes, this tool is scalable for businesses of all sizes without any hiccups or issues.
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Professional Services
LoopUp
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Open Source
No answers on this topic
Cisco
It is a user friendly application. We have had no adoption problems within the company.
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Return on Investment
LoopUp
  • Everyone loves it and raves about the easy of use.
  • Reliability, more than previous product.
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Open Source
  • Communication is crucial to accomplishing our mission
  • Cost of similar commercial apps could be very prohibitive
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Cisco
  • The costly nature of individual accounts across multiple schools made it difficult to maintain the budget when our student population grew exponentially.
  • Often communicated to clients and stakeholders that we were a trustworthy and elevated provider.
  • Limited engagement and interactive features with students often contributed to complaints around student engagement and buy-in.
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