Zoom vs Google Meet – Which to Use for DepEd Classes

Google Meet (Recommended for most DepEd):
Pros:
- Integrated with DepEd Gmail
- No time limits (until July 2024)
- Live captions in English/Filipino
- Easier for students (no account needed)
- Recording saves directly to Drive
Cons:
- Limited virtual backgrounds
- Fewer interactive features

Zoom:
Pros:
- Breakout rooms (free version has limits)
- Virtual backgrounds (no green screen needed)
- Non-verbal feedback (thumbs up, etc.)
- Waiting room feature
Cons:
- 40-minute limit on free accounts
- Requires app download
- More data usage

Decision guide:
- Use Meet for: Quick classes, younger students, data-saving
- Use Zoom for: Interactive activities, workshops, parent meetings