Start with how people already meet
A conference room is only useful if the meeting people scheduled shows up on the room's panel and starts with one touch. That works best when the room platform matches the platform meetings are created in. Look at where your meetings are actually scheduled and which one your people open first in the morning.
What to compare
| Question | Zoom Rooms | Microsoft Teams Rooms |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit when | Staff and clients already use Zoom | The company runs on Microsoft 365 and Teams |
| Calendar | Works with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 | Built around Microsoft 365 and Exchange |
| Where rooms are managed | Zoom web portal | Microsoft Teams admin center |
| Licensing | Per room, through your Zoom account | Per room, through Microsoft's room licensing |
| Hardware | All-in-one bars and kits from Logitech, Neat and others | All-in-one bars and kits from Logitech, Neat and others |
Licensing terms change, so confirm the details for your plan before you buy hardware. We are glad to help check.
What if we use both?
Many companies do, usually because customers or partners use a different platform. Pick the room platform that covers most of your meetings, then check how the room handles the other one. Many rooms can join meetings from another platform as a guest, though the experience varies with configuration. Tell us early if this applies to you, because it affects both the software setup and the way we lay out the room.
Hardware does not decide it
Because Logitech and Neat both support Zoom Rooms and Microsoft Teams Rooms, you are not locked into a hardware family by choosing a platform. The room design, microphone coverage, display placement and network setup are the same either way. We cover the hardware choice in our video bar guide.
A simple way to decide
- Count where your meetings are scheduled today.
- Check which calendar system the rooms will connect to.
- Ask your IT team which admin console they prefer to manage.
- Check licensing for the platform you are leaning toward.
- Plan for the other platform as a guest, not as a second room system.
Frequently asked questions
Is Zoom Rooms or Teams Rooms better?
Neither is better in general. The better choice is the one that matches the platform your people already use to schedule and join meetings.
Can the same video bar run either platform?
Logitech and Neat both make systems for Zoom Rooms and Microsoft Teams Rooms. A given device is normally set up to run one platform, and we configure it for the one you choose.
Can I change platforms later?
Often yes, but it can involve different licensing and device setup. It is easier to choose well at the start, which is what this guide is for.
Does AV8 install both Zoom Rooms and Teams Rooms?
Yes. We are certified on Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Google Meet.