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OpenTalk vs Google Meet

Last updated October 2026

Looking for a European alternative to Google Meet? Here's how OpenTalk compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.

Our pick for a European buyer: OpenTalk. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.

OpenTalk
Google Meet
What it is
Open-source video conferencing from Germany, built for public authorities and regulated sectors
Hosts video meetings with integrated collaboration tools.
Headquarters
🇩🇪 DE
🇺🇸 US
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available for Google Workspace Enterprise plans on request.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
No
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27701
Price from
€7.50/user/mo
No
Free plan
Yes
No
Open Source
Yes
No
Ratings
No
No
Integrations
innovaphone App Store, Outlook (Premium plan plug-in), ownCloud, Manufacturing software systems (MRP, MES, ERP)
Google Calendar, Google Drive, Gmail, Microsoft Outlook, Slack +1

Where each one wins

OpenTalk

Strengths

  • +Strong GDPR compliance and strict data protection with servers located in Germany
  • +Comprehensive core feature set including chat, direct messaging, surveys, voting, and virtual workshops
  • +Supports diverse communication needs for businesses, educational institutions, and public sector organizations
  • +High trust among users due to transparent data handling and EU-based hosting
  • +Reliable for standard video conferencing and team collaboration scenarios

Limitations

  • −User interface perceived as less polished and intuitive compared to major competitors
  • −Onboarding and initial setup may require more effort or clearer guidance
  • −Occasional performance issues or system responsiveness reported

Google Meet

Strengths

  • +Seamless integration with Google Workspace
  • +High-quality video and audio
  • +Supports large participant counts
  • +Reliable performance

Limitations

  • −Limited customization options
  • −Requires Google account for full features
  • −Privacy concerns due to data collection
  • −No EU data residency by default

Data residency & compliance

OpenTalk
Google Meet
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available for Google Workspace Enterprise plans on request.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
DPA
Published →
Published →
Sub-processors
not established
not established
Certifications
No
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27701

Pricing

OpenTalk

  • Starter Free per user / month10 conference rooms · Up to 5 participants · 30-minute max call length
  • Standard €7.50 per user / monthUnlimited conference rooms · Up to 50 participants · 240-minute max call length
  • Premium €12.50 per user / monthUnlimited conference rooms · Up to 200 participants · Unlimited call length
  • Custom On request Custom features · On-premises hosting option

All prices exclude VAT. Annual billing available at a lower rate.

Google Meet

No published pricing we could verify.

Pricing is tied to Google Workspace plans; exact figures vary by region and plan. See Google Workspace pricing for details.

Features

OpenTalk

Conference Management
Scheduling conferences via dashboard, Invitation function with integrated address book, Access restrictions for participants, Multi-person moderation
Communication & Interaction
Video and audio conferencing, Chat and direct messaging, Breakout rooms for group discussions, Interactive whiteboard
Recording & Streaming
GDPR-compliant conference recording, Streaming (Premium plan)
Accessibility & Connectivity
Telephone dial-in for participants with poor internet connection
Data Protection & Compliance
GDPR-compliant operation in German data centers, Data processing agreement included

Google Meet

Meeting Management
Schedule meetings via Google Calendar, Join via browser or mobile app, Support for up to 1,000 participants, Live captions and transcripts
Collaboration Tools
Screen sharing, Whiteboard integration, Chat and polls, Breakout rooms
Security & Compliance
End-to-end encryption for meetings, Two-factor authentication, Compliance with GDPR, Data Processing Agreement (DPA) available
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