GoToMeeting product overview

GoToMeeting is an industry leader in web conferencing, offering a platform full of international features that make it a suitable option for businesses with multiple international locations or professionals who have contracts and/or dealings with international clients and colleagues. It offers a simple and user-friendly interface that allows users to start a meeting in minutes.

This system is a possible solution for any business that has outgrown entry web and video conferencing tools and require heavy-duty alternative to programs such as Skype, Hangouts or Facetime. It offers numerous integrations, including Accord LMS, Microsoft Office 365, Podio, Slack, and more. It offers a fast, reliable online meeting solution for professionals to meet face-to-face, share presentations, and communicate with clients and colleagues with just a click of the “Meet Now” button. Users can schedule meetings in advance as well as recurring meetings. GoToMeeting’s flexibility allows employees to work effectively from anywhere, anytime on any device.

GoToMeeting is used by millions of people for professional, real-time virtual communications and is compatible with PCs, Macbook Pro and both iOS and Android mobile devices. The platform enables users to host online meetings with up to 250 participants, and users can share any application on their computer in real-time. The platform provides high-definition video conferencing and unlimited meetings to collaborate with remote colleagues. Both guests and attendees can join meetings free of charge and the associated apps are free as well.

The system offers topnotch support and materials including training videos, live training, PDF guides, and live chat.

Pros of GoToMeeting

• 25 video feeds
• Commuter mode
• Custom URLs
• Easy to use
• Free plan available
• Meeting transcription
• Muting feature
• Quick meeting setups
• Screen sharing
• Simple user interface
• Slideshow

Cons of GoToMeeting

• Links sometimes don’t work
• Intermittent sound issues
• Bandwidth usage
• Mobile
• Annotation
• Lacks advanced options such as polling
• Webinar features require getting GoToWebinar

Breakdown of core features

Screen sharing

Users are capable of sharing their desktops, smartphone, or tablet screen from anywhere knowing their information is secure.

Conferencing calling

Voice over IP helps users to save both time and money. GoToMeeting features multi-national, toll-free numbers for connecting with international participants. Security is ensured by using a PIN-based entry, which must be entered before participants can join the meeting.

Video conferencing

GoToMeeting enables users to have face-to-face collaborations with high definition video conferencing.

Mobile conferencing

Users can start meetings straight from their mobile devices right away to keep business moving forward.

(Last updated on 04/10/2020 by Abby Dykes)