Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Why I use UberConference (and FreeConferenceCall.com)

I've tried a couple free conference-call services. Here's why I like UberConference:
  • The host can share her computer screen with participants who log in by computer.
  • I don’t have to schedule a call. If I do, I can get reminders, notifications when others join, etc.
  • Registered users don’t have to enter a code to join calls.
  • Participants can call in or use the audio equipment on their computers.
  • Participants can log in to see who’s talking at any point during the call.
  • Participants who use the online login (no registration needed) can edit others’ phone number to show their names.
  • It can connect with LinkedIn, Twitter, and other social media to show profile pictures and some other shared information.
  • It sends a summary of the call, with a list of participants and how long each talked, after the call. Settings can also be set to send the summary to participants.
  • Host can record the call.
  • Host can pick hold music!

The downside is that the free version only allows for ten participants. So when I expect larger groups, I use FreeConferenceCall.com. I've not been as happy with the features, the screen sharing requires a separate download, and it's just not as intuitive for me. I've also been seemingly randomly hung up on. But it allows up to 100 participants for free.

With UberConference, you can pay $10 a month annually ($15 month-to-month) to get several additional features, including these:
  • It can dial out to all participants instead of waiting for them to call in.
  • A dedicated number
  • No PINs
  • A team-management portal
  • For another $10, you can have your own toll-free number.
Here's a link to compare the UberConference services: https://www.uberconference.com/pricing
Here's FreeConferenceCall.com's comparison to other services (scroll down to the bottom of the page):  https://www.freeconferencecall.com/online-meetings

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