Great video conferencing, but does not replace top of the market screen sharing solutions
September 14, 2019

Great video conferencing, but does not replace top of the market screen sharing solutions

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Lifesize Video Conferencing

We use it for video conferencing between remote offices. Generally speaking, it works perfectly fine and is optimized for conference room settings when it is connected to large flat-screen TVs. Where the functionality goes down a bit is for users connecting via desktop from remote locations. In those situations, users are not always able to use the screen sharing functionality. This makes for difficult moments in meetings when groups are sharing docs or views. Additionally, a big weakness and blind spot is that there is no easy way to record meetings for later viewing. Finally, better integration with the G-Suite would be nice.
  • Great clarity of image
  • Great in conference room settings
  • Good audio quality for VoIP
  • No easy way to record
  • Guest access limits screen sharing
  • Video quality goes down on desktops
  • Can facilitate meetings between remote offices that would otherwise need to happen in person.
  • Cost reduction for travel.
Implementation predated me.
I consider Webex, GoToMeeting, and Zoom to be in a different category since they focus more on the screen share element and video is secondary. With Lifesize Video Conferencing, that is reversed.
Great for video conferencing between remote offices. Good for meetings. Not as good for screen sharing sessions with current or prospective clients.

Lifesize Video Conferencing Feature Ratings

High quality audio
9
High quality video
10
Low bandwidth requirements
6
Desktop sharing
4
Calendar integration
3
Meeting initiation
3
Record meetings / events
1
Slideshows
2
Live chat
2
Q&A
3
Participant roles & permissions
3