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What is Skype?
Skype (the personal edition) is a free web meeting, video conferencing, and VoIP software. The free version includes audio and video Skype-to-Skype calls, ability to call mobile phones and landlines, paid international calling, and conference calling capabilities for up to…
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What is Skype?
Skype (the personal edition) is a free web meeting, video conferencing, and VoIP software. The free version includes audio and video Skype-to-Skype calls, ability to call mobile phones and landlines, paid international calling, and conference calling capabilities for up to 25 people.
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What is Skype?
Skype (the personal edition) is a free web meeting, video
conferencing, and VoIP software. The free version includes instant messaging, audio
and video Skype-to-Skype calls, the ability to call mobile phones and
landlines, paid international calling, and conference calling capabilities for
up to 25 people. During video sessions, users also have the option to share
their screen with other participants. Other distinctive features include background blurring, voice and text translation, location share, conversation search, and integration with Microsoft's Digital Assistant, Cortana.
This version of Skype works on phones, desktop, tablet, browsers, Alexa, and
Xbox. Users can call landlines and mobile phones from around the world by
paying for Skype Credit or signing up for Skype subscriptions, a monthly
contract for users who only need service to specific regions. Users can also
pay to have a local phone number through Skype Numbers, so that they can answer
phone calls from their desktops, tablets, or smartphones. They can also send
SMS text messages and share their location using the Skype mobile app.
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Skype (the personal edition) is a free web meeting, video conferencing, and VoIP software. The free version includes audio and video Skype-to-Skype calls, ability to call mobile phones and landlines, paid international calling, and conference calling capabilities for up to 25 people.
Reviewers rate Live chat highest, with a score of 8.4.
The most common users of Skype are from Mid-sized Companies (51-1,000 employees).
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- Zoom and Microsoft Teams
Skype lags behind in the kind of integrated functionality that other platforms provide. I believe Microsoft is planning to move away from Skype entirely, but Microsoft Teams are far superior. Not only do they provide instant messaging capabilities but all of the features are fully integrated so you don't need to have multiple apps open (meetings, invites, chats, team chats, calls etc are all in the same place). I would also say while the video quality is good, platforms like Zoom offer far more features than skype does not and the navigation in the apps provides a better user experience to store contacts etc.
July 13, 2021
Skype--great fee option to connect internationally
- Zoom and GoToMeeting
Skype does not have the same meeting capabilities as Zoom and GoToMeeting. Skype is great for one-on-one conversations but does not hold up well for larger events or meetings for remote collaboration. Skype is great, though--it allows you to call landlines or cellphones directly.
July 08, 2021
Skype lives up to the Hype!
- Whereby and WebinarJam
Skype is less expensive because it does not cost anything and is free with Windows, if you just use the basic features. Whereby allows easier connections with people who do not have skype installed and allows up to 12 people in a room at the same time, and allows multiple branded rooms.
June 29, 2021
Loving Skype
I've used Teams, and I probably do prefer it to Skype because it offers more functionality, but Skype works well for what it is. I was not part of the decision-making process.
June 29, 2021
Became unusable
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Verified User
"Describe how Skype stacks up against them and why you selected Skype." Not at all. I am writing this review as a "no more customer," as Skype doesn't work anymore. The only help they offer is to tell you, it's your own connection. Well, if my connection isn't suitable for Skype anymore, I'll just use literally EVERY other tool, as my connection there is fine.
June 28, 2021
Skype packaged with OS
Selected Skype due to familiarity, and ease of installation and packaging with the OS.
June 24, 2021
Skype is great!
It’s not better but different I actually use both.
June 16, 2021
Skype is a Very Good Choice
Microsoft Teams provides basically the same services. Local number calling is not available (that I know of) but that only matters if you have any need to use it. Teams is a little more stable, especially with a lot of people on a call. Skype is easier to set up and to operate. Skype also has a larger install base.
June 14, 2021
A reliable classic
- Zoom
I've also used Zoom and Apple FaceTime to audio and video calls when traveling or when working from home on the road. I actually like them all a lot, but I find Skype to be the most useful for when I'm out of the country and I need to make an audio call to someone in another country.
June 09, 2021
Review from a Consultant Office
Skype stands out as a more cost-effective solution, but the features are very similar and Skype may fall a bit behind compared to the big competitors it faces due to its occasional technical issues. We selected Skype because our organization is smaller and it is a cost-effective solution.
June 08, 2021
Skype - does it still live up to it's name?
- Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Discord
Mostly security reasons and focused on doing one thing well. People know the name and the ring of Skype. One of the best and longest in the business. Caters to much of the older generation due to longevity. Older generations like tried and true and often shy away from the new kid on the block, and the learning curve.
- Zoom and Microsoft Teams
We have found Microsoft Teams and Zoom to be better video conferencing apps for our organization and frequently opt for Teams because we use Office 365 and Teams is built into our calendars. However, I do prefer using Skype for sending messages internally to other colleagues and will continue to use Skype even though Teams has a chat function.
- Microsoft Teams, RingCentral and Zoom
I wasn't involved in the decision to purchase Skype, so I can't comment on what exactly was the deciding factor or criteria. But compared to other similar tools, Skype is probably on the lower/cheaper end and doesn't offer as much customization or functionality but for smaller companies, it does everything it needs to do or should do to keep the business moving forward. It's a good option for those that have a tighter budget or don't need anything fancy.
- Zoom, Skype for Business (formerly Lync) and Google Hangouts
Skype is good for:
Skype for Business is not friendly, so we hardly use it. Zoom is great for demos and meetings with customers, but less appropriate for everything we need. So we combine Zoom and Skype.
- Internal video calls and screen sharing.
- Easy and affordable tool for foreign calls (you can purchase a small credit for every user, so he can make foreign calls from everywhere in affordable prices).
- Get a local phone number for customers (but it is not perfect, see cons.)
Skype for Business is not friendly, so we hardly use it. Zoom is great for demos and meetings with customers, but less appropriate for everything we need. So we combine Zoom and Skype.
May 25, 2021
Great service for chatting and file sharing
May 20, 2021
Skype great communication tool
- Microsoft Teams and Skype for Business (formerly Lync)
Skype stacks up against them as it is far more user-friendly and it is helpful for smaller companies who need a more affordable system. However, it does lack some functionalities that other tools have which can change this communication tool to a full-fledged like polls and other helpful tools.
The advantage of Skype over other programs is the quality of video calls. Another positive point is that Skype concentrates several functionalities in the same program and works in a very intuitive way. If we compare it with other applications, the disadvantage of Skype in relation to some of them is that they are already more widespread in Brazil and have a greater number of users.
May 20, 2021
Great tool for virtual collaboration
- Zoom and Microsoft Teams
Skype has an early user advantage as it has been in the market for very long, however, newer tools like Zoom and MS Teams are coming with much better options for its users. Teams is now replacing Skype in our organization as the preferred tool of communication because of its enhanced collaboration feature and integration with MS products.
May 19, 2021
Excellent Product
- Zoom
They both have their pros and cons. They work well--easy to use and operate. I don’t have a lot of negative things to say about either of them. I have enjoyed both systems and learned about the nuances of each one. I think it’s important to keep up with technology to say ahead of the curve, as clients like having more than one avenue to communicate with you. Skype is so user friendly and easy to learn, it just has smooth chat and video features and I think most people who can use technology could use this platform easily. Skype seems to be a favorite for some of my clientele, so it’s a good option for my business.
- Zoom
Zoom doesn’t allow you to connect with clients for free for several hours which I need occasionally. I don’t need Skype consistently like that of zoom but I like that it’s there when I need a longer meeting. In general, I find zoom to be a higher quality video experience.
May 11, 2021
Skype - Connecting Families Across Borders
We have also used Facebook Messenger and Facetime, but Skype has a better quality connection and audio. It is more consistently reliable, which is the most important factor for us when working with communities in more remote areas.
May 07, 2021
Skype is a great alternative to Zoom and Google Meet but they're kind of all interchangeable
- Google Hangouts Meet and Zoom
Skype used to be the go-to for everyone we worked with about 5 years ago but Google Meet and Zoom have quickly overcame the service. I'm not sure why though as the services are fairly interchangeable.
On our Windows computers Skype runs better than Zoom and Google Meet but on our Macs Zoom and Google Meet hold their own with Skype.
Skype also is a bit more user friendly for interns and junior level folks to get the hang of. Google Meet is the easiest to learn though
On our Windows computers Skype runs better than Zoom and Google Meet but on our Macs Zoom and Google Meet hold their own with Skype.
Skype also is a bit more user friendly for interns and junior level folks to get the hang of. Google Meet is the easiest to learn though
May 03, 2021
Skyping about Skype!
Zoom and Skype is on par, though I think the share screen is easier with Skype, as sometimes with Zoom one must unshare a screen to share the new window, and taking back host options can be a pain on zoom, and when annotating on the zoom whiteboard one cannot use chat~ annoying
April 28, 2021
Skype Does it All!
- Zoom
Zoom is my preference for professional meetings, while Skype is nice for communication within my organization. I find Zoom to be more professional due to its aesthetic. Skype has tremendous marketing and customer outreach that has carried its name for a while, but they are starting to trail to companies like Zoom due to lack of evolvement.
April 24, 2021
Skype is great for our small non-profit
- Slack, Microsoft Teams, Skype for Business (formerly Lync), Telegram, Discord, Google Hangouts Meet and Google Hangouts Chat
Skype is just a robust system that almost everyone I've ever interacted with within a business setting has some experience with. So, for us, it was a decision based on convenience and reliability. Skype is [an] application that has been around for a long time and has many options for interaction that suits a wide variety of needs.