I really like Gather because it is useful and fun to use. The virtual 'office' environment it provides helps to avoid the frictions of asynchronous communication and gives a lot of 'life' to communication between remote teams. I especially appreciate being able to move between desks and designated areas for specific purposes, something that doesn't feel the same in other text or voice-only channels. Gather makes these rooms look more like 'physical' spaces, which I find particularly useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think that being very similar to a video game, the roles that can 'create' and edit the map expect to have more cool functions to decorate or use interactive objects, etc.; the technical and communicative aspect is well covered for now, but in this factor that differentiates them, they can still add and improve many things. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that Gather is gamified instead of just being a serious corporate app. It keeps things casual in the office and helps the team actually feel like they're having fun while working. This gamified approach adds variety to the workplace, keeps the creative juices flowing while dealing with serious tasks, and helps employees feel more in-person and closer to their teammates, which is really valuable when working from home. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think the chat system is not there yet. I think they're trying to reinvent the wheel. It'll be better if they could, bring external chat apps like Microsoft Teams chat and Outlook Calendar. Connect to Microsoft, for example. And bring Teams in together instead of creating their own version of chat. The same with the AI notes. I think if they allowed external AI notetakers to join the meetings, it'll actually be better than trying to innovate in the same space that is already overcrowded. And it'll be great if you could also hold webinars and not only, like, as small meetings or you could do, like, office hours with an open link and just have people walking into your office weekly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The gamified 8-bit interface is fantastic. It makes meetings feel more engaging and less tiring overall. I also really enjoy being able to customize our office space with furniture and interactive objects, which adds a fun, personal touch. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The platform can be pretty demanding on older laptops. If I have too many tabs open while using Gather, my computer’s fans start spinning loudly, and I sometimes notice lag in the video feed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I liked the amount of customization Gather offered, not just for the office, but also for the characters. It was fun to be able to import different games and change characters to look more like myself, which added a personal touch. The games provided a fun way to take a break and have some fun. Additionally, I found the interactive aspect of Gather compelling enough that we switched from using Discord. The setup was quite easy, mostly because of the tutorials and resources available online. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think a minor issue is keeping up with seasonal decorations. Like, if I check now, my Gather still has the same decorations from Halloween last year. It's something that could be good to improve. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like Gather for its usability and portability. It's slightly heavy for lighter systems, but it works well for me, especially on a MacBook. I really appreciate the customization options and the ability to pop up and reduce the size of the Gather application. The feature that allows checking on teammates is the best part for me. It's really valuable for collaborating within my team, allowing us to talk and share while sitting in our own rooms, even working remotely. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Right now, Gather is live with availability for more than 100 people, but it would be beneficial for bigger companies if it could support even more users. Our company has around 300 plus users, and we're on Gather version one, which makes it difficult for us to move to version two if there will be increased user capacity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Gather for co-working with remote colleagues because it brings a more interactive user experience to video calling and communications. I really like the playful nature of the design and the functionality within it. Creating your world and your map is a fun way for remote teams to connect, and it's something completely unique compared to other video calls. It makes what can be a tedious task, like video calling with corporate tools, much more engaging and allows a bit of creativity while getting the job done. The initial setup was very easy, and understanding the UI was simple with no issues. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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I really like how Gather naturally recreates the casual, spontaneous collaboration of a physical office. It makes remote work feel much more connected and efficient. I appreciate the spatial layout that helps us stay focused while being available, which is crucial for building complex software. The platform's customizability and professionalism are excellent for our B2B work. We can create team floors, quiet zones, meeting rooms, and private areas for client demos, which keeps our workflow organized without feeling cluttered. The initial setup was straightforward and intuitive, letting us design a layout that matches our real office structure, making everyone feel familiar right away. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One area where Gather struggles a bit is performance during longer sessions with many people online. The interface can feel laggy, and spatial audio occasionally cuts out or distorts, which can disrupt pair‑programming or architecture discussions where clear, stable communication is critical. We’d also like to see deeper integration with our enterprise toolchain—things like Jira, GitHub, and our Slack alerts. Right now, we have to switch between apps to check tickets or pull requests, which breaks our flow. More native widgets or notifications inside Gather would keep us focused longer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Gather provides an engaging and immersive virtual workspace experience that feels far more human than standard video conferencing tools. With features like spatial audio, customizable office spaces, and avatar-based interactions, collaborating becomes more natural and enjoyable, particularly for remote teams. It also enhances informal communication and strengthens team connections. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While Gather stands out for its innovation, it can be somewhat demanding on older computers. Additionally, newcomers might require a brief adjustment period to become familiar with navigating and interacting within the virtual environment. When a large number of users are connected simultaneously, there may be a slight decrease in performance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really like using Gather as my primary virtual home office workspace to communicate with my colleagues. It reduces the friction of meeting remotely, allowing me to just walk over to a desk if someone is active and start talking instead of checking availability and sending messages back and forth. The low friction meetings with video, audio, and screen sharing are fantastic, especially since screen sharing works really well, which is very important for our small software team. I appreciate being able to immediately start communicating after walking over to someone's desk, and that both or even multiple parties can share their screens instantly. Switching between streams and resizing them works really well, and the quality is excellent, especially for code readability. Additionally, I find it very helpful that I've been able to integrate Gather with my Google Workspace calendar for events and meetings, which works very well. The setup was easy too, just joining via an office/invite link, setting up my mic, camera, and name, and I was ready to start. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think it's currently missing some personalization options beyond the predefined tiles and items. I would love to create/upload custom items for our office. There are also some more niche apps missing for activity display, which is far from being a deal-breaker, but would be nice improvements. Also, there have been some minor bugs requiring reconnecting/reloading. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how Gather brings back the natural, human feel of in-person interaction to remote and virtual events, which standard video calls just can't replicate. The spatial, game-like layout allows people to walk around, join small group conversations, or have quick 1:1 chats spontaneously, boosting engagement for both internal team meetings and external client events. I also appreciate how customizable and easy to set up the spaces are. We can build branded rooms, booths, and workshop areas without coding, making our virtual events look professional and unique. It's stable, works smoothly across Germany and Europe, and doesn’t require complicated downloads or confusing onboarding for participants. I also enjoy the flexibility of customization—we can create everything from small team rooms to large, branded event spaces with booths, meeting areas, and interactive elements that match our brand perfectly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One area where Gather falls short for our business use is performance with larger events. When we have 50+ people in the same space, the interface can start to lag or feel slow, especially for users with weaker internet connections in Germany. It works great for smaller team meetings or workshops, but scaling up to bigger virtual events requires extra planning to avoid delays. These are the concrete improvements that would make a real difference: Large-event performance mode, better automatic room balancing, and optimized audio for big groups. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.