Skype vs Nextcloud Talk

Struggling to choose between Skype and Nextcloud Talk? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

Skype is a Social & Communications solution with tags like video-calling, instant-messaging, voice-calls, file-sharing.

It boasts features such as Voice calls, Video calls, Instant messaging, File sharing, Screen sharing, Group video calls, Call recording, Voicemail, Call forwarding and pros including Free calls, End-to-end encryption, Cross-platform availability, Integration with other apps, Call quality, Group video calls.

On the other hand, Nextcloud Talk is a Social & Communications product tagged with video-conferencing, chat, screen-sharing, private-cloud, open-source.

Its standout features include Video and audio calls, Screen sharing, Chat, Private and secure, Works with Nextcloud Files integration, WebRTC technology, Mobile apps available, Browser support, Integration with calendars, and it shines with pros like Free and open source, Private and secure, Easy to deploy and use, Good call quality, Feature-rich.

Feature	Skype	Nextcloud Talk
Overall Score	1	N/A
Primary Category	Social & Communications	Social & Communications

Product Overview

Skype

Description: Skype is a popular communication software that allows free voice and video calls, instant messaging, and file sharing over the internet between users. It works on computers, mobile devices, and smartphones.

Nextcloud Talk

Description: Nextcloud Talk is an open source video conferencing and communication solution designed for private clouds. It enables secure audio/video calls, chat, and screensharing capabilities out-of-the-box.

Key Features Comparison

Skype Features

• Voice calls
• Video calls
• Instant messaging
• File sharing
• Screen sharing
• Group video calls
• Call recording
• Voicemail
• Call forwarding

Nextcloud Talk Features

• Video and audio calls
• Screen sharing
• Chat
• Private and secure
• Works with Nextcloud Files integration
• WebRTC technology
• Mobile apps available
• Browser support
• Integration with calendars

Pros & Cons Analysis

Skype

Pros

• Free calls
• End-to-end encryption
• Cross-platform availability
• Integration with other apps
• Call quality
• Group video calls

Cons

• Occasional glitches
• Limited free version
• Ads in free version
• No anonymity

Nextcloud Talk

Pros

• Free and open source
• Private and secure
• Easy to deploy and use
• Good call quality
• Feature-rich

Cons

• Limited customization options
• Smaller user base than proprietary options
• Requires hosting your own server

Pricing Comparison

Skype

• Freemium
• Subscription-Based

Nextcloud Talk

• Open Source