The best video conference and chat apps for self-isolation, compared
WiredZOOM / WIRED The world is battening down the hatches. As pubs and clubs close for business and employees begin working from home in an attempt to slow the spread of the coronavirus, aside from work meetings going digital, virtual parties and pub quizzes are popping up online, remote playdates and poker evenings are being arranged. Whether you’re trying to socialise at a distance, check in on your grandparents, or have an important conference call with your team or prospective client, there’s a video meeting service for that. Zoom The best video meeting app for effective work meetings Pros: Screen sharing; breakout rooms; record meetings Cons: Not the simplest service to use; time limit on free plan Price: Free; Zoom Pro $14.99 per month; Zoom Business & Zoom Enterprise $19.99 per month | Zoom For many companies, Zoom is the video meeting platform of choice. Along with the standard video and audio, Zoom is also packed full of helpful features that make it ideal for organising and holding meetings with work teams.