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Best FaceTime alternatives in 2026

FaceTime is apple's built-in video and audio calling app. These 7 alternatives come from the same rankings, ordered by editorial score. Connected products carry a small, disclosed lift.

7 alternatives From best video conferencing software How we rank

Ranked alternatives

  1. 1

    Zoom

    Also runs on Windows, macOS, Android. The most complete set of meeting, webinar and screen-sharing features here, with apps on Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android. Its code is closed, and the advanced features sit behind paid plans.

    Best for Large work meetings and webinars

    WindowsmacOSiOS, iPadOSAndroidFree plan, paid upgrades

    92.0score
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  2. 2

    Microsoft Teams

    Also runs on Windows, macOS, Android. Meetings, webinars and chat in one app for people who already use Microsoft 365. It is hosted only and less flexible for outside guests than Zoom or Jitsi Meet.

    Best for Meetings inside a Microsoft 365 organization

    WindowsmacOSiOSAndroidWebFree plan, paid upgrades

    90.5score
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  3. 3

    Jitsi Meet

    Is open source; also runs on Web, Android. Free and open source under Apache-2.0, with browser and phone apps and the option to run it on your own server. The hosted service caps meeting length, and it has fewer enterprise features than Zoom.

    Best for Free, self-hosted or embedded video calls

    WebAndroidiOSSelf-hostedFree and open sourceOpen source

    89.0score
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  4. 4

    Google Meet

    Also runs on Web, Android. Simple, browser-based meetings with links built into Google Calendar, free within limits. It is hosted by Google only and has fewer webinar features than Zoom.

    Best for Quick meetings for people who use Google accounts

    WebiOSAndroidFree plan, paid upgrades

    86.5score
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  5. 5

    BigBlueButton

    Is open source; also runs on Web. Open source under LGPL-3.0 and built for virtual classrooms, with a self-hosted server. It needs an IT team to run it, and it fits business meetings less well than Zoom or Jitsi Meet.

    Best for Self-hosted virtual classrooms

    WebSelf-hostedFree and open sourceOpen source

    84.5score
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  6. 6

    Whereby

    Also runs on Web. Browser-based calls with permanent room links and an embedded API for developers, with no install needed. Its Meetings product is charged per user and lists basic room customization.

    Best for Small teams that want a shareable meeting link

    WebSubscription

    81.5score
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  7. 7

    Element

    Is open source; also runs on Android, Windows, macOS. Calls come through Element Call on the open Matrix network, with apps for most platforms. It is a messaging product first, so its calls are a secondary feature next to Zoom or Jitsi Meet.

    Best for Encrypted calls inside a Matrix chat workspace

    AndroidiOSWindowsmacOSLinuxWebFree plan, paid upgradesOpen source

    77.0score
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About FaceTime alternatives

What is the best alternative to FaceTime?
On listme.name the highest-scored alternative is Zoom, followed by Microsoft Teams. The right choice depends on price, platform and whether you need open source.
Is there a free alternative to FaceTime?
Yes. Free options include Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Jitsi Meet.