Best for large video meetings
Google Meet vs Skype vs Viber: which calling app should you choose?
Choose Google Meet for Workspace-friendly meetings, Skype for cross-platform calls and screen sharing, or Viber for international messaging and calls.
At a glance
| App | Google Play | Price | In-app purchases | Platforms | Age rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google MeetGoogle LLC | 4.4 out of 511,945,580 ratings | Free | No | Android, iOS | Everyone |
 SkypeSkype | 4.4 out of 511,726,754 ratings | Free | Yes ($2.99 - $96.79 per item) | Android, iOS | Everyone |
 Rakuten Viber MessengerViber Media | 4.1 out of 516,690,539 ratings | Free | Yes ($0.99 - $99.99 per item) | Android, iOS | Teen |
Ratings, prices and age ratings come from the Google Play listings, read on Nov 7, 2026. Listings change over time.
How we compared them
Google Meet, Skype, and Rakuten Viber all offer internet-based calls and messaging, and each has more than a billion Google Play installs. They differ in emphasis: Meet is geared toward video meetings, Skype combines calling with chat and screen sharing, and Viber pairs messaging with international calls and communities.
This comparison looks at their features, trade-offs, and Google Play figures to help you choose the app that fits how you communicate.
How we compared them
We compared each app’s stated features and strengths with its trade-offs, then considered its Google Play rating, install range, price, ads, and in-app purchases. These figures were read from Google Play on 2026-11-07.
The comparison is based on those store figures and product information; it does not include hands-on testing or measured call quality, battery use, or data consumption. No data-safety declarations are used here.
Google Meet
Google LLC
4.4 out of 5 on Google Play
Best forvideo meetings for Google Workspace users
- Price
- Free
- Ratings
- 11,945,580
- Platforms
- Android, iOS
- Age rating
- Everyone
Meet is the clearest fit for organized video meetings, especially for people already using Google Workspace. Its easy navigation, high-quality calls, encryption, and support for meetings of up to 250 participants give it an edge over Skype and Viber for larger group conversations. Google Play shows a 4.4 rating from 11,945,580 ratings and 10,000,000,000+ installs.
The trade-off is that Meet requires a Google account, and its free version has fewer tools than some meeting-focused users may want. Calls can also use substantial bandwidth, and connectivity problems may interrupt a meeting. It is free, with no ads or in-app purchases.
What we like
- Up to 250 meeting participants
- Google Workspace integration
- No ads or in-app purchases
What to know
- Requires a Google account
- Free version has limited features
Skype
Skype
4.4 out of 5 on Google Play
Best forcross-platform calling and screen sharing
- Price
- Free
- Ratings
- 11,726,754
- Platforms
- Android, iOS
- Age rating
- Everyone
Skype combines video and audio calls with chat, cross-platform access, and screen sharing. That makes it a stronger fit than Viber for sharing what is on your screen, while its broad compatibility gives it an alternative to Meet for connecting across platforms. Google Play shows a 4.4 rating from 11,726,754 ratings and 1,000,000,000+ installs.
Skype’s interface can feel cluttered, and calls depend on a stable internet connection; call drops and high battery use are also potential drawbacks. Some features require in-app purchases, priced at $2.99–$96.79 per item. The app is free to install.
What we like
- Screen sharing
- Cross-platform compatibility
- 4.4 Google Play rating
What to know
- Can consume a lot of battery
- In-app purchases for some features
Rakuten Viber Messenger
Viber Media
4.1 out of 5 on Google Play
Best forinternational calls, chats, and communities
- Price
- Free
- Ratings
- 16,690,539
- Platforms
- Android, iOS
- Age rating
- Teen
Viber brings messaging, group chats, communities, and international calls together, with stickers and GIFs for more expressive conversations. It has the largest rating count of the three on Google Play: 4.1 from 16,690,539 ratings, alongside 1,000,000,000+ installs. Its encryption is a plus for users who value private communication.
Compared with Meet, Viber offers fewer video-meeting features; compared with Skype, its video calling is more limited. The free version contains ads, and the app requires an internet connection and may use battery quickly. It is free to install, with in-app purchases priced at $0.99–$99.99 per item.
What we like
- Free international calls
- Messaging communities and group chats
- Stickers and GIFs
What to know
- Ads in the free version
- More limited video-call features
Which one should you pick?
Best for screen sharing
Skype
Best for international messaging
Rakuten Viber Messenger
Frequently Asked Questions
Which app is best for video meetings?
Google Meet is the strongest fit for meetings, particularly for Google Workspace users. It supports meetings of up to 250 participants.
Which app offers screen sharing?
Skype is the clearest choice here for screen sharing. Meet is also oriented toward video meetings, while Viber’s video-call features are more limited.
Which app is best for international calls?
Viber is a good choice for international calls and messaging. Skype also supports calls and chat across platforms.
Which app has the fewest costs or ads?
Google Meet is free and has no ads or in-app purchases. Skype and Viber are also free to install, but both offer in-app purchases; Viber also contains ads.
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