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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)

    Score6.5 out of 10
    N/ASkype for Business was an online messaging and conferencing tool, now superseded by Microsoft Teams.N/A

    Vidyard

    Score8.3 out of 10
    N/AVidyard is an enterprise video platform built to turn viewers into customers with in-depth insights and robust integrations with different customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation platforms.

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    Pricing
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)Vidyard
    Editions & Modules
    No answers on this topic
    Free
    $0
    per month per user
    Starter
    $59
    per month per user
    Enterprise
    Custom Pricing
    per year
    Teams
    Contact Sales
    per month per user
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)Vidyard
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional Details——
    More Pricing Information
    Community Pulse
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)Vidyard
    Considered Both Products
    Discontinued Products
    No answer on this topic
    Vidyard
    No answer on this topic
    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    80%
    Would buy again
    85 Answers
    94%
    Would buy again
    44 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    94%
    Delivers good value for the price
    80 Answers
    97%
    Delivers good value for the price
    37 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    92%
    Happy with the feature set
    98 Answers
    96%
    Happy with the feature set
    45 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    94%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    46 Answers
    95%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    35 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    93%
    Implementation went as expected
    56 Answers
    95%
    Implementation went as expected
    39 Answers
    Features
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)Vidyard
    Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software
    Comparison of Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    8.0
    195 Ratings
    1% above category average
    Vidyard
    -
    Ratings
    High quality audio9.1191 Ratings00 Ratings
    High quality video9.0185 Ratings00 Ratings
    Low bandwidth requirements5.0181 Ratings00 Ratings
    Mobile support9.0146 Ratings00 Ratings
    Screen Sharing
    Comparison of Screen Sharing features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    7.0
    191 Ratings
    13% below category average
    Vidyard
    -
    Ratings
    Desktop sharing9.0191 Ratings00 Ratings
    Whiteboards5.0120 Ratings00 Ratings
    Online Meetings / Events
    Comparison of Online Meetings / Events features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    9.3
    188 Ratings
    13% above category average
    Vidyard
    -
    Ratings
    Calendar integration10.0174 Ratings00 Ratings
    Meeting initiation9.5182 Ratings00 Ratings
    Integrates with social media8.182 Ratings00 Ratings
    Record meetings / events9.0143 Ratings00 Ratings
    Slideshows10.0115 Ratings00 Ratings
    Online Events Collaboration
    Comparison of Online Events Collaboration features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    7.5
    173 Ratings
    8% below category average
    Vidyard
    -
    Ratings
    Live chat8.5171 Ratings00 Ratings
    Audience polling7.094 Ratings00 Ratings
    Q&A7.094 Ratings00 Ratings
    Online Events Security
    Comparison of Online Events Security features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    6.8
    156 Ratings
    17% below category average
    Vidyard
    -
    Ratings
    User authentication9.0142 Ratings00 Ratings
    Participant roles & permissions8.5148 Ratings00 Ratings
    Confidential attendee list3.0109 Ratings00 Ratings
    VoIP system collaboration
    Comparison of VoIP system collaboration features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    7.8
    1 Ratings
    6% above category average
    Vidyard
    -
    Ratings
    Video conferencing7.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Audio conferencing8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Video screen sharing8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Instant messaging8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Video Marketing
    Comparison of Video Marketing features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    6.1
    49 Ratings
    22% below category average
    Lead generation00 Ratings7.938 Ratings
    Video personalization00 Ratings9.145 Ratings
    eCommerce00 Ratings2.82 Ratings
    Support for advertisements00 Ratings5.51 Ratings
    Video SEO00 Ratings6.331 Ratings
    Integration to Marketing Automation00 Ratings5.337 Ratings
    Video Platform Integrations
    Comparison of Video Platform Integrations features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    5.1
    36 Ratings
    19% below category average
    Integration to Salesforce.com00 Ratings2.921 Ratings
    Integration to Marketo00 Ratings5.011 Ratings
    Integration to HubSpot00 Ratings5.121 Ratings
    Integration to Eloqua00 Ratings7.31 Ratings
    Video Security
    Comparison of Video Security features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    8.3
    47 Ratings
    3% below category average
    Video access controls00 Ratings8.437 Ratings
    User management00 Ratings6.141 Ratings
    Video link sharing00 Ratings10.047 Ratings
    Internal video00 Ratings8.439 Ratings
    External video00 Ratings8.442 Ratings
    Video Player
    Comparison of Video Player features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    5.9
    47 Ratings
    33% below category average
    Player customization00 Ratings5.539 Ratings
    Embedded videos00 Ratings5.742 Ratings
    Video quality / Bandwidth controls00 Ratings4.944 Ratings
    Mobile compatibility00 Ratings7.737 Ratings
    Video Analytics
    Comparison of Video Analytics features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    8.0
    48 Ratings
    2% above category average
    A/B testing00 Ratings6.32 Ratings
    Streaming quality reports00 Ratings9.031 Ratings
    Per viewer tracking00 Ratings9.242 Ratings
    Per video tracking00 Ratings9.245 Ratings
    Video analytics dashboard00 Ratings6.145 Ratings
    Video Hosting, Management & Storage
    Comparison of Video Hosting, Management & Storage features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    6.1
    37 Ratings
    34% below category average
    On-Demand video00 Ratings6.128 Ratings
    Live streaming00 Ratings5.39 Ratings
    Impact of streaming on network00 Ratings7.31 Ratings
    Video upload & format support00 Ratings6.134 Ratings
    Video library / File management00 Ratings5.63 Ratings
    Video portal00 Ratings6.129 Ratings
    Video Engagement
    Comparison of Video Engagement features of Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued) and Vidyard
    Feature
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    6.1
    21 Ratings
    26% below category average
    Video comments00 Ratings6.121 Ratings
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    JioMeet
    Score9.8 out of 10
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    Score9.1 out of 10
    Enterprises
    Webex Meetings
    Score8.7 out of 10
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    Score7.5 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)Vidyard
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.4
    (198 ratings)
    9.5
    (179 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    9.0
    (7 ratings)
    10.0
    (15 ratings)
    Usability
    9.0
    (14 ratings)
    8.9
    (58 ratings)
    Availability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (2 ratings)
    Performance
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (12 ratings)
    Support Rating
    8.5
    (40 ratings)
    7.0
    (105 ratings)
    Online Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (2 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    7.0
    (2 ratings)
    8.0
    (5 ratings)
    Configurability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (113 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (2 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Skype for Business / Lync (discontinued)Vidyard
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Discontinued Products
    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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    Vidyard
    Vidyard has been critical for our team in many ways. One way that we didn't realize how much we'd be using it is for training new teammates while we're all working remotely. I frequently use the chrome extension to record a video of how to do something to send to our whole team or certain teammates. There are other products that do that, but this seems to be the most efficient, easiest, and quickest. Vidyard is incredibly useful for both inbound, and outbound sales and marketing strategies. It helps us increase our open and click rate for emails and overall engagement for our customer journey.
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    Pros
    Discontinued Products
    • 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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    Vidyard
    • The customer service is awesome. I always get ahold of our rep within an hour of contacting!
    • Vidyard in itself is a genius idea and when running correctly, a great tool to have in a rep's arsenal!
    • The people are great. -They spent countless hours working with our team!
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    Cons
    Discontinued Products
    • 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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    Vidyard
    • It would be great if the use of the camera on an internet screen were more user friendly.
    • The editing of a video's beginning or ending (cutting video for a cleaner look or time) could be a little more refined and less choppy.
    • Could be more colorful.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Discontinued Products
    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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    Vidyard
    Vidyard has truly become an essential part of our organization. It's useful for our day to day communication internally amongst departments and externally with our customers. This platform has allowed us to create knowledge base articles, training portals, webinars and communicate effectively with our customers. We receive raving feedback from customers on how helpful the videos are that they receive. We also like the ability to view metrics, insights, etc. of the videos. Always allows us to pivot accordingly based on the feedback we receive
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    Usability
    Discontinued Products
    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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    Vidyard
    Vidyard is super easy for new people to pick up - I've never had to spend time explaining the UI or menu, which is a testament so how easy it is. The plugin also makes it quite user-friendly. There's no need to go anywhere else - it's all on the browser.
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    Reliability and Availability
    Discontinued Products
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    Absolutely, the unpredictable nature of technology always keeps us on our toes. However, I'm pleased to share that my experience with Vidyard has been remarkably consistent and reassuring. To date, I haven't encountered any instances of service outages. This unparalleled reliability and dependability have instilled a high level of confidence in the platform, making it a stalwart companion in our digital endeavors. While the tech landscape can be uncertain, Vidyard's track record of steadfast performance has truly set it apart.
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    Performance
    Discontinued Products
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    It performs very well. I have never had any bugs while recording, and none of the videos have been impaired or corrupted. I don't believe it integrates with any other software but you could contact the company to learn more. I am not sure if it is only available on Chrome.
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    Support Rating
    Discontinued Products
    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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    Vidyard
    Customer support at Vidyard has always been good. When I first looked into the product, the salesperson took a consultative approach that allowed me to see how Vidyard would benefit our specific use case. Since coming on board, the customer service team has been quick to respond if I have any questions.
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    In-Person Training
    Discontinued Products
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    The training experience proved to be tremendously valuable. Our dedicated representative exhibited an exceptional level of helpfulness and patience as she skillfully addressed all of our inquiries. Notably, she went beyond merely answering questions, providing us with a wealth of resources and sharing best practices that are pivotal for our success in utilizing the software.Her guidance transcended the boundaries of a conventional training session, empowering us with insights that extend far beyond the immediate
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    Online Training
    Discontinued Products
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    Vidyard
    The online training experience proved to be incredibly valuable. Our dedicated representative demonstrated exceptional patience and unwavering support in addressing our queries and requests, which greatly contributed to our learning process. Their guidance was pivotal in helping us navigate the intricacies of the training, ensuring that we absorbed the material effectively.
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    Implementation Rating
    Discontinued Products
    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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    Vidyard
    It's pretty straightforward. The bulk of the work goes on outside of Vidyard - it's the time required to add different videos to your website - that was probably the only difficult part and had nothing to do with Vidyard.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Discontinued Products
    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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    Vidyard
    I've never evaluated another product like Vidyard. I just used screen recordings with RingCentral before, and I remember the file size being very large and having to add the video as an attachment. So this was a major improvement to be able to shoot videos and easily share with my clients.
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    Scalability
    Discontinued Products
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    The product exhibits an exceptional degree of scalability, accommodating diverse usage scenarios across various departments within our organization. This remarkable flexibility has enabled us to harness the software's potential in ways tailored to the unique needs of each team.In particular, the impact on our communication efforts with both potential and existing customers has been truly transformative.
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    Return on Investment
    Discontinued Products
    • 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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    Vidyard
    • We save hundreds of dollars a month because we don't have to send out nearly as many physical samples for customers to review. We can send them a video that shows off the product and they love it!
    • We have improved conversion rates as a result of using Vidyard to communicate with new leads.
    • Our sales reps are clearly more engaged in the sales process. Each week we discuss how Vidyard helped them win a deal.
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    ScreenShots

    Vidyard Screenshots

    Screenshot of where users can record and send sales videos from a browser, desktop, or phone to connect, convert, and close—all while remote.Screenshot of how screen recording can be used to deliver effective product demos, presentations, and proposal walkthroughs that build buyer consensus across the full sales cycle.Screenshot of some insights into viewer behavior, displayed within Vidyard's video analytics. Here, viewers can track video views, engagement, and drop-off rates to understand how an audience interacts with content and optimize video strategy for maximum impactScreenshot of how CRM integrations push video view data to lead and contact records. Viewing data can be used to surface high-intent leads, and measure videos’ impact on pipeline and revenue.Screenshot of Vidyard's customizable calls-to-action (CTAs), used to drive conversions and capture leads. Clickable buttons and forms can be added directly to videos to encourage viewers to take the next step, whether it's downloading a resource or signing up for a demo.Screenshot of some of Vidyard's integrations.