Reviews for Skype
Login to ReviewSophia Jackson
Apr 11, 2026Great for Making Calls, But Has Quirks
I've been using Skype for several years to keep in touch with family abroad. The video and call quality is mostly good and it's still a great free option for international calls. However, the app can be a bit buggy, with calls dropping or the interface freezing occasionally. Its features are a bit basic compared to newer apps, and it sometimes feels a bit dated compared to newer apps, but for making simple, free calls, it does the job reliably.
Sage Hill
Apr 11, 2026Essential tool for staying connected worldwide
Skype has been my go-to for keeping in touch with family and colleagues abroad. The video and audio quality are consistently clear, and the ability to share screens and files during calls makes remote collaboration seamless. It’s easy to set up and works reliably across all my devices.
Reese Taylor
Apr 10, 2026Frustrating and Unreliable - Not What It Used to Be
Skype has become incredibly frustrating to use lately. The call quality is inconsistent, with frequent drops and lag even on high-speed internet connections. The mobile app is clunky and drains battery life quickly, and the recent interface changes have made finding basic features more complicated than necessary. For a service that's been around this long, the reliability issues are disappointing.
Noah Young
Apr 09, 2026Useful but sometimes frustrating
I've been using Skype for years to stay in touch with my family overseas. The video and call quality is usually solid, and the app works on all my devices, which is great. However, the constant interface changes and occasional connection drops can be really frustrating. It does the job for my basic needs, but it’s definitely not the polished, modern app I wish it was.
Noah Hall
Apr 08, 2026Indispensable for Staying Connected
I've been using Skype for years to keep in touch with family abroad and for work meetings. The video and audio quality are consistently clear, and the ability to share files and chat instantly makes it a versatile all-in-one tool. It's incredibly easy to set up and use on both my laptop and phone, making it my go-to communication app.
Marcus White
Apr 08, 2026A Staple for Staying Connected
Skype has been my go-to for keeping in touch with family overseas for years. The video quality is consistently clear, and the ability to share screens makes it easy to help my parents with tech support remotely. It's simple enough for my less tech-savvy relatives to use without constant guidance.
James White
Apr 07, 2026Skype: Reliable but shows its age
Skype is a reliable workhorse for connecting with family and business contacts, with solid call quality and essential features like screen sharing and call recording in the paid plans. However, its interface can feel cluttered and clunky compared to modern alternatives, and the recent redesign of the Windows app has been controversial among long-time users. It's a solid 7/10 for me—it gets the job done for essential video calls, but it’s no longer the first app I open for a quick chat.
Phoenix Harris
Apr 07, 2026Still my go-to for staying connected worldwide
I've been using Skype for over a decade to keep in touch with family abroad, and it's been consistently reliable. The video and call quality is excellent on both my laptop and phone, and the screen sharing feature has been invaluable for helping my parents with tech support remotely. The recent interface updates have made it more intuitive without losing the familiarity I appreciate.
Lisa Miller
Apr 06, 2026Falling Short of Expectations
Skype used to be the standard, but it feels like it's been left behind. The app is buggy—calls drop, messages sync late, and the interface feels dated compared to modern apps. It’s still usable for basic calls, but the reliability and performance are lacking compared to alternatives.
Dakota Wright
Apr 06, 2026Frustratingly Unreliable After All These Years
I've used Skype for over a decade, but the recent updates have made it nearly unusable. The call quality is inconsistent, often dropping mid-conversation or lagging badly, and the mobile app drains my battery excessively. Despite being free, the constant bugs and lack of meaningful improvement make it feel like a chore to use.
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