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Compare OBS Studio and Zoom Workplace 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (51.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
OBS Studio
Star Rating
(123)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about OBS StudioZoom Workplace
Star Rating
(55,501)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (51.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Zoom Workplace excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to OBS Studio. Users appreciate its unmatched video and audio quality, especially during larger meetings, which enhances the overall meeting experience.
- Users say that Zoom Workplace offers a seamless implementation process, integrating easily with existing platforms. This is highlighted by feedback mentioning quick setup and features like screen sharing, recording, and breakout rooms that save time and facilitate collaboration.
- Reviewers mention that while OBS Studio is praised for its powerful capabilities in streaming and screen recording, it has a much lower overall satisfaction score. Users appreciate its flexibility in handling complex live recordings, but some find it less intuitive compared to Zoom Workplace.
- According to verified reviews, Zoom Workplace stands out for its ease of use, with users noting that joining or hosting meetings is quick and straightforward. In contrast, OBS Studio, while powerful, has a steeper learning curve that may challenge new users.
- G2 reviewers highlight the quality of support provided by Zoom Workplace, which is rated higher than that of OBS Studio. Users feel more confident knowing they can rely on responsive support when needed, enhancing their overall experience with the software.
- Users express that while both products offer strong screen and video capture capabilities, Zoom Workplace's additional features like AI summaries and live captions provide a more comprehensive solution for business needs, making it a preferred choice for many organizations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
OBS Studio
No pricing availableZoom Workplace
Basic
Free
- Meetings: up to 40 minutes per meeting
- Number of meetings: Unlimited
- 100 Attendees per meeting
Free Trial
OBS Studio
No trial information availableZoom Workplace
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
96
9.2
42,354
Ease of Use
8.1
96
9.1
42,498
Ease of Setup
8.7
22
9.1
13,640
Ease of Admin
8.4
17
9.0
12,288
Quality of Support
7.9
63
8.7
31,279
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
12
9.1
11,469
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
86
8.3
39,845
Features by Category
Communication
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Productivity Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content Sharing
Not enough data
9.0
6567
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
6767
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
6019
|
Verified
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.6
5119
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
6759
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
6512
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
4984
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
7112
|
Verified
Functionality
Not enough data
8.5
5076
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
6327
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
4829
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Virtual Classroom
Not enough data
8.1
109
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
8.6
502
Not enough data
8.7
519
Not enough data
8.5
501
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
9.0
503
Not enough data
9.2
510
Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
8.9
498
Not enough data
8.9
504
Not enough data
8.5
498
Generative AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
8.5
176
AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
8.4
173
Not enough data
8.4
173
Not enough data
8.3
172
Not enough data
8.3
172
Agentic AI - Business Instant Messaging
Not enough data
7.7
84
Not enough data
7.7
79
Grammar
Not enough data
8.9
74
Not enough data
8.6
74
Not enough data
9.0
75
Formatting
Not enough data
8.7
72
Not enough data
8.4
70
Not enough data
8.5
72
Content
Not enough data
8.7
71
Not enough data
8.5
71
Not enough data
8.6
70
Product Type
Not enough data
8.9
70
Not enough data
8.8
69
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.8
67
Not enough data
9.0
70
Design Tools
Not enough data
8.5
291
Not enough data
8.5
288
Not enough data
8.2
280
Not enough data
8.3
282
Not enough data
8.6
284
Communication Tools
Not enough data
8.7
284
Not enough data
8.9
291
Integrations
Not enough data
8.2
276
Not enough data
8.7
282
Software Offering
Not enough data
8.5
281
Not enough data
9.3
287
Not enough data
8.8
282
Agentic AI - Collaborative Whiteboard
Not enough data
7.9
78
Not enough data
7.9
78
Not enough data
7.8
76
Presenter Tools
Not enough data
9.0
16929
Not enough data
8.6
12638
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
13563
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
17375
|
Verified
Conferencing Options
Not enough data
9.1
19386
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
19537
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
21517
|
Verified
Application Tools
Not enough data
8.9
16007
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
19223
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
16121
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Screen Sharing
Not enough data
7.4
238
Platform Basics
9.2
43
9.1
405
9.3
45
9.1
405
7.6
25
7.8
379
Platform Content
8.9
35
8.1
375
8.2
24
7.8
373
9.2
43
9.0
395
Platform Additional Functionality
7.4
24
8.4
395
7.1
23
8.1
377
Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture
Not enough data
7.6
137
Inbox Tools
Not enough data
8.1
102
Not enough data
8.2
104
Not enough data
8.8
104
Not enough data
8.7
103
Coordination Tools
Not enough data
8.8
111
Not enough data
8.8
104
Not enough data
8.5
105
Software Options
Not enough data
9.1
106
Not enough data
9.0
105
Email Client - Agentic AI
Not enough data
7.6
53
Not enough data
7.9
54
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.8
65
Not enough data
8.2
61
Not enough data
8.8
40
Not enough data
8.7
42
Not enough data
8.3
41
Not enough data
8.0
41
Not enough data
8.3
42
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.1
61
Not enough data
8.4
59
Not enough data
8.3
60
Not enough data
8.5
62
Platform Interoperability
Not enough data
8.8
66
Not enough data
8.3
62
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.6
61
Additional Functionality - Visitor Management
Not enough data
8.1
36
Not enough data
8.1
36
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
7.8
37
Agentic AI - Visitor Management
Not enough data
7.9
28
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.7
26
Not enough data
8.9
27
Not enough data
8.6
29
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.5
26
Not enough data
8.0
26
Platform Interoperability
Not enough data
8.5
28
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.4
29
Not enough data
8.1
28
Not enough data
8.5
25
Agentic AI - Digital Signage
Not enough data
6.9
9
Collaboration Tools
Not enough data
9.2
30680
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
14712
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
14787
|
Verified
Meeting Coordination
Not enough data
8.9
28056
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
27149
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
27443
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
15172
|
Verified
Software Type
Not enough data
8.9
26478
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
13924
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
15832
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Video Conferencing
Not enough data
7.7
420
Not enough data
7.7
418
Not enough data
7.8
413
Calendar View
Not enough data
8.3
393
Not enough data
8.5
401
Shared Calendar
Not enough data
8.5
384
Not enough data
8.3
390
Accessibility
Not enough data
8.3
385
Not enough data
8.0
383
Integration
Not enough data
8.3
380
Not enough data
8.2
384
Not enough data
8.5
381
Notifications
Not enough data
8.3
383
Not enough data
7.9
380
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.4
302
Not enough data
7.5
309
Not enough data
7.6
312
Agentic AI - Calendar
Not enough data
7.8
121
Design
Not enough data
9.2
43
Not enough data
9.3
43
Not enough data
9.3
43
Collaboration
Not enough data
9.4
44
Not enough data
9.2
44
File Types
Not enough data
9.0
42
Not enough data
9.1
42
Not enough data
8.9
42
Edit & Revise
Not enough data
9.1
42
Not enough data
9.0
42
Not enough data
9.2
42
Integrate & Embed
Not enough data
9.3
46
Not enough data
9.1
43
Not enough data
9.3
45
Operating System
Not enough data
9.3
44
Not enough data
9.1
44
Not enough data
8.9
40
Generative AI
Not enough data
9.1
41
Not enough data
9.2
42
Not enough data
9.2
41
Not enough data
9.4
40
Not enough data
9.0
41
Agentic AI - Document Creation
Not enough data
9.3
24
Integrations
Not enough data
7.7
644
Not enough data
8.6
671
Not enough data
8.9
671
Not enough data
7.7
637
Not enough data
7.6
631
Branding & Customizatio
Not enough data
8.1
643
Not enough data
8.5
656
Not enough data
8.1
632
Automatic Rules & Configurations
Not enough data
8.4
640
Not enough data
8.5
652
Not enough data
8.4
655
Agentic AI - Business Scheduling
Not enough data
7.4
164
Not enough data
7.5
166
Seating Options
Not enough data
8.4
19
Not enough data
8.1
19
Not enough data
8.6
19
Not enough data
8.9
19
Tech Stack
Not enough data
8.5
21
Not enough data
8.8
20
Not enough data
9.2
22
Not enough data
8.5
19
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.6
19
Not enough data
7.5
19
Not enough data
7.2
19
Not enough data
7.5
19
Meeting Prep - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
8.5
119
Not enough data
8.8
126
Not enough data
8.5
124
Meeting Automation - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
9.0
140
Not enough data
8.7
123
Not enough data
8.8
124
Meeting Insights - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
8.3
122
Not enough data
8.4
120
Not enough data
9.1
131
Accessibility - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
8.3
118
Not enough data
8.6
125
Not enough data
8.3
115
Agentic AI - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
7.8
77
Not enough data
7.9
78
Not enough data
8.1
77
Not enough data
7.9
77
Agentic AI - Productivity Bots
Not enough data
8.2
11
Not enough data
8.2
11
Not enough data
8.5
11
Not enough data
8.2
11
Agentic AI - UCaaS Platforms
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
8.5
8
Extensions
Not enough data
8.9
1482
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
1460
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
1368
Features
Not enough data
8.8
1377
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
1330
Not enough data
8.9
1768
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
2011
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
2088
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
1595
|
Verified
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
OBS Studio and Zoom Workplace are categorized as Screen and Video Capture
Unique Categories
OBS Studio has no unique categories
Zoom Workplace is categorized as UCaaS Platforms, AI Meeting Assistants, Business Instant Messaging, Business Scheduling, Desk Booking, Email Client, Screen Sharing, Collaborative Whiteboard, AI Writing Assistant, Visitor Management, Digital Signage, Document Creation, Calendar, Video Conferencing, Virtual Classroom, and Productivity Bots
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
OBS Studio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Zoom Workplace
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Entertainment
9.9%
Computer Software
8.3%
Broadcast Media
6.6%
Religious Institutions
5.8%
Computer Games
5.8%
Other
63.6%
Information Technology and Services
8.8%
Computer Software
8.3%
Marketing and Advertising
5.7%
Education Management
5.5%
Higher Education
4.7%
Other
66.9%
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