How much does video call software cost in 2026?
Short answer
Paid video call plans range from about $4 to $17 per user per month. The cheapest plans often leave out recording or EU data residency. FaceWithMe costs $15 per agent per month, billed monthly, with EU hosting and recording included.
Public prices (checked 27 September 2026)
| Tool | Cheapest paid plan | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Teams Essentials | $4 per user / month, annual | US company; part of the Microsoft 365 world |
| Google Workspace Business Starter | $7 per user / month annual, $8.40 flexible | No Meet recording on Starter; data regions on Enterprise |
| Whereby Pro | $10.99 / month for 1 host | Meetings product records to the browser only |
| Zoom Pro | $16.99 per user / month, or $14.16 annual | Full EU infrastructure only on Enterprise and Education |
| Jitsi as a Service (8x8) | $99 / month for 300 monthly users | US parent; recording billed per minute |
| FaceWithMe | $15 per agent / month, monthly | Up to 8 people per call; not for big webinars |
Hidden costs to check
- Is recording included, and where is it stored?
- Is EU data residency on your plan, or only Enterprise?
- Do you have to pay yearly?
- Do guests need a paid seat?
See the details and sources on our comparison pages.
Quick questions
Are guests charged?Not with FaceWithMe. Only agents who start calls need a seat.
Is there a free trial?Yes, 30 days.
SourcesZoom pricingMicrosoft Teams EssentialsGoogle Workspace pricing9to5Google – Workspace prices 2025Whereby pricing8x8 JaaS pricing
Video calls, hosted in the EU$15 per agent per month. Guests join free from the browser.
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