Pexip vs Google Meet
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to Google Meet? Here's how Pexip compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.
Our pick for a European buyer: Pexip. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.
What it is
Norwegian enterprise video platform with EU-only hosting and native Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Cisco integration.
Hosts video meetings with integrated collaboration tools.
Headquarters
🇳🇴 NO
🇺🇸 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
ISO/IEC 27001:2013, ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, ISO/IEC 27701
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27701
Price from
No
No
Free plan
No
No
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, Skype for Business +4
Google Calendar, Google Drive, Gmail, Microsoft Outlook, Slack +1
Where each one wins
Pexip
Strengths
- +Strong interoperability across platforms (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco, Poly SIP devices) without compatibility issues
- +Simple setup and intuitive meeting join process, including for non-IT users and meeting room systems
- +High-quality, stable video and audio performance, even under challenging network conditions
- +Responsive and helpful customer support with consistent core teams for cloud and self-hosted services
- +Robust security features, including end-to-end encryption and role-based access controls
- +Scalable management interface with easy upgrades and bulk endpoint activation for large deployments
- +Useful meeting controls, screen sharing, and integration with calendaring and messaging apps
- +Support for legacy codecs and devices
Limitations
- −User interface perceived as outdated and less intuitive compared to competitors
- −Complexity for non-technical users due to overwhelming number of options
- −Limited customization options for workflows and meeting room management
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
Pexip
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
Sub-processors
not established
not established
Certifications
ISO/IEC 27001:2013, ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, ISO/IEC 27701
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27701
Features
Pexip
- Video Conferencing & Interoperability
- Native one-touch join for Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, and Webex, MTR (Microsoft Teams Rooms) compatibility for third-party meeting platforms, High-quality alternative to Direct Guest Join for external participants, Support for Skype for Business and legacy video conferencing systems
- Security & Compliance
- End-to-end encryption for secure meetings, Compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations, Flexible deployment options (cloud, on-premises, hybrid), ISO 27001-certified data processing
- Integration & Customization
- APIs for custom integrations and workflows, Calendar integrations (Microsoft Outlook, Google Calendar), Streaming to YouTube and other platforms, Integration with EPIC EHR systems (healthcare sector)
- Deployment & Scalability
- Supports cloud, on-premises, and hybrid deployment models, Scalable for small teams to large enterprises, Remote installation and customization services available, Licensing based on concurrent calls or room devices
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