G2

Ishu J.

Senior Software Engineer Team Lead

Computer Software

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/11/2026

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"A Natural Virtual Office That Makes Quick Team Chats Effortless"

4/5

What do you like best about Gather?

One thing I genuinely like about Gather is that not every conversation has to feel like a formal meeting. As a developer, there are plenty of moments when I just need to ask a teammate something small—like confirming an API response, talking through a bug, or getting a second opinion on a code change. In other tools, even a two-minute question can easily turn into a long message thread or yet another meeting link.

With Gather, I can simply step into our virtual office, see who’s around, and start a conversation naturally. This is especially helpful during holidays or when team members are working remotely from different locations. Even when we aren’t physically together, it still gives us a shared space to catch up and discuss work without extra friction. I also enjoy the small interactive touches, like moving between desks and meeting areas, because they make the workspace feel more lively instead of just another application sitting open in a browser tab. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Gather?

The only thing that occasionally bothers me is its resource usage. When I’m running my IDE, multiple browser tabs, and other development tools alongside Gather, my PC can become noticeably slower—especially during video conversations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Gather solving and how is that benefiting you?

One thing I missed about working in a physical office was being able to simply turn around and ask someone a quick question without turning it into a formal discussion. Remote work and holiday periods make that gap even more noticeable, since team members may be spread across different cities or locations. As a result, even simple questions can take longer when everyone is communicating through separate messages.

Gather brings back some of that everyday convenience. For instance, if I’m stuck on a development issue, I can see whether the teammate responsible for that module is available and talk it through right away. We can share screens, explain things directly, and then get back to work without spending time arranging a separate call.

It’s also helpful when some people are on holiday or working remotely while others are still handling regular tasks. Having a shared virtual space makes it easier to stay connected, coordinate quick discussions, and avoid feeling completely disconnected from the team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.