Easy video meetings. No downloads, no logins.
4.6/5 (63 avaliações)Whereby (formerly appear.in) is a video conferencing tool designed to enhance collaboration between remote or distributed teams via web or mobile. The web-based platform allows users to create rooms and invite members to video chat via a custom link.
Whereby features include; screen sharing, adjustable privacy settings (lock/unlock rooms), custom branding, and integrations with third party platforms such as Slack, Trello, and YouTube. Guests can access video conversations using a custom link which can be shared via email, chat, or any other platform, and there’s no need for individual logins or passwords when accessing a chat. Users can, however, setup locked rooms which have customizable privacy settings including guest screening and authentication.
Whereby has various plans to suit many budgets and needs. Conversations can contain up to 12 participants with unlimited screen sharing and automatic full screen so that members can give presentations with ease. Users can also customize the layout of their conversation window using a drag and drop interface to move videos and participants, and resize the window of each participant. Customizable branding allows enterprises to create their own branded video chats by adding business logos and color schemes.
Vantagens
I had been using a wide variety of video conferencing tools before I started using Whereby and the things I found have made a difference are:
— the array of features: you can create customized and branded "virtual rooms" where to host calls, you can have one-on-one and group calls and you can do so both through the web-based version and the smartphone version of Whereby
— ease of use for both the conference call host and participants: it's incredibly easy to organize your first video conferencing call and have people join it, especially because there's no download nor installation required for them to use the web version of Whereby
— web and apps: some video conferencing tools are available only through their web version, while Whereby lets you have calls with your computer, as well as with your smartphone or tablet through the mobile device app
Desvantagens
The one thing I don't think is ideal about Whereby is the fact that Call Recording is an add-on feature.
I wouldn't have an issue with it being an add-on feature available for the Whereby Pro Plan. However, even if one purchases the Pro Plan, he/she needs to purchase Call Recording as a separate add-on (which cannot be bought as a standalone feature).
So you'd end up paying for two separate things: for the Pro Plan and for the Call Recording feature.
BEFORE:
"Hey, what's your account?" "I don't find you" "Witch one of these 3 old Skype accounts is the new one?"
*THREE HOURS LATER*
"Hey, here we are"
NOW:
"Click on this link" "Hey nice, it took like 3 seconds and I'm not frustrated"
Vantagens
YOUR INTERLOCUTORS DON'T NEED AN ACCOUNT. Or software. Or your nickname.
You simply have to send them a short link like appear.in/**yourname** and that's it.
Desvantagens
None. It's a super simple and easy to use solution.
Maybe, the fact that not everyone is using it, so sometimes you're forced in use other bad conference solutions.
Facilitating really solid communication via a remote needs. We were on Zoom for a while but realized its just too complicated for what it offers.
Vantagens
The ease of use of Whereby is the best part of it. No downloading software, no adding extensions, no asking people to install anything. Everyone can join in really simple. It really helps connecting with clients quickly and efficiently.
Desvantagens
There's not much to dislike, the simplicity of it makes it that easy. Sometimes the connections are spotty.
It's a great product for power users but some more conveniences as mentioned would make it irreplaceable. Don't focus on embedding software - screensharing can show any software, it doesn't need to have native support.
Ambient noise is a problem for new users so 'mute' training is something I have to administer to the 20+ people who have adopted on my recommendation.
Vantagens
Single click start and better video experience than skype. Re-instating YouTube 'play together' is a highlight
Desvantagens
simple fixes/changes as suggested 24 months ago haven't occurred:
- 'v' key to toggle video feed like the 'm' key
- a sound indicator on someones window to show they are broadcasting sound (will help detect/identify ambient sound)
Love it, simple, efficient, never had an issue.
Vantagens
Never had a call fail with Appear.in. It is also very simple to invite business partners using (free) custom links.
Honestly, it's simplicity makes it a no brainer for us
Desvantagens
If the URL is taken, rooms should not be available if the admin is not present. It happens we used someone else's URL for months.Therefore, when we upgraded to a paid membership, we were advised our long time link was taken and couldn't be used with Pro features.
Free plan: always free with up to 4 participants and 1 room
Pro plan: $9.99/month with up to 12 participants and 3 rooms
Business plan: Starting at $99.99/month with up to 12 participants and multiple users and team rooms
Abaixo estão algumas perguntas frequentes sobre o Whereby.
O Whereby oferece os seguintes planos de pagamento:
A partir de: US$ 10,00/mês
Modelo de preços: Assinatura
Avaliação gratuita: Disponível
Free plan: always free with up to 4 participants and 1 room
Pro plan: $9.99/month with up to 12 participants and 3 rooms
Business plan: Starting at $99.99/month with up to 12 participants and multiple users and team rooms
O Whereby oferece os seguintes recursos:
Os clientes habituais do Whereby são:
Autônomos, Empresas de médio porte, Pequenas empresas
O Whereby está nos seguintes idiomas:
Inglês
O Whereby tem os seguintes planos de preços:
Assinatura
O Whereby é compatível com os seguintes dispositivos:
Android, iPhone, iPad
O Whereby se integra com os seguintes aplicativos:
Fleep, Flock, Google Docs, HipChat, Slack, Trello, Trello
O Whereby oferece as seguintes opções de suporte:
FAQs, Suporte online
Whereby has been a solid solution to easily organize and host consulting calls and "virtual coffees". Its ease of use, and the fact that can be used both on computer, as well as on tablet and smartphone, make it a no-brainer and a tool that should be in every digital business owner's toolkit.