Whereby
Browser-based video meetings with no downloads required — share a link and people join instantly.
Overview
Whereby is a browser-based video meetings with no downloads required — share a link and people join instantly. It handles no downloads, embeddable, breakout groups, and recording, and it's best suited for teams wanting no-download video meetings. It has been around since 2013, giving it a 13-year head start in building out integrations and refining the product.
The free plan offers 1 free meeting room. It's designed for small teams, striking a balance between simplicity and collaboration features.
Strengths
- Includes No Downloads as a core feature, purpose-built for video conferencing workflows
- Includes Embeddable as a core feature, purpose-built for video conferencing workflows
- 1 free meeting room — generous enough for most small teams to get real work done
- Established product with 13+ years on the market and a mature ecosystem
Weaknesses
- Free plan exists but key features are locked behind the paid upgrade
- Fewer built-in features means you may need additional tools to cover gaps
- Call quality depends heavily on participants' internet connections
- Limited team/admin features if your organization eventually scales up
Quick info
- Category
- Video Conferencing
- Starting price
- Free
- Free tier
- Yes — 1 free meeting room
- Open source
- No
- Best for
- Small teams
- Founded
- 2013
Last updated 2026-04-12
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