Pexip vs Microsoft Teams
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to Microsoft Teams? 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.
Unified communication and collaboration platform for chat, meetings, calling, and file sharing.
Headquarters
🇳🇴 NO
🇺🇸 US · 1975
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU/German data residency is available for eligible tenants under Microsoft’s EU Data Boundary commitments and Advanced Data Residency options.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO/IEC 27001:2013, ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, ISO/IEC 27701
ISO 27001, ISO 27018, SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II
Price from
No
$2.25/user/mo
Free plan
No
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, Skype for Business +4
No
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- −User interface perceived as outdated and less intuitive compared to competitors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
Microsoft Teams
Strengths
- +Seamless integration with Microsoft 365 apps
- +Reliable performance for large-scale deployments
- +Comprehensive admin and compliance tools
- +Strong collaboration features for remote teams
Limitations
- −Steep learning curve for advanced features
- −Complex licensing and pricing structure
- −Occasional performance issues with large meetings
- −Limited customization for non-Microsoft integrations
Data residency & compliance
Pexip
Microsoft Teams
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU/German data residency is available for eligible tenants under Microsoft’s EU Data Boundary commitments and Advanced Data Residency options.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Certifications
ISO/IEC 27001:2013, ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, ISO/IEC 27701
ISO 27001, ISO 27018, SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II
Pricing
Pexip
No published pricing we could verify.
Pricing is not publicly listed and requires a request for a custom quote. Published information is limited to rough estimates (e.g., ~$1,250/year per concurrent call or $20/room/month for Zoom Rooms).
Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Teams Free Free No time limitLimited meeting duration · Limited cloud storage · Basic chat and collaboration
- Teams Essentials $4.00 Per user per monthUnlimited group meetings up to 30 hours · 10 GB cloud storage per user · Anytime phone and web support
- Microsoft 365 Business Basic with Teams $6.00 Per user per monthWeb and mobile versions of Office apps · 1 TB cloud storage per user · Standard security and compliance features
- Microsoft 365 Business Standard with Teams $12.50 Per user per monthDesktop versions of Office apps with premium features · 1 TB cloud storage per user · Advanced security and compliance features
- Microsoft 365 Business Premium with Teams $22.00 Per user per monthAll Business Standard features · Advanced threat protection · Device management and security
- Microsoft 365 F1 with Teams $2.25 Per user per monthFirstline Worker-focused features · Limited Office app access · Basic security and compliance
- Microsoft 365 F3 with Teams $8.00 Per user per monthFirstline Worker-focused features · Full Office app access · Advanced security and compliance
Prices are per user per month and may vary by country and currency. Confirm local pricing and terms with Microsoft.
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
Microsoft Teams
- Chat and messaging
- Individual, group, and channel conversations, Persistent chat history, Rich text formatting and file sharing, Messaging APIs for custom integrations
- Meetings and collaboration
- HD video and audio meetings, Screen sharing and whiteboard, Meeting recordings and transcripts, Team workspaces with file collaboration
- Calling
- Teams Phone with PSTN connectivity, Calling Plans, Operator Connect, or Direct Routing, Voicemail and call queues, Call analytics and reporting
- Administration and compliance
- Centralized admin center for user and policy management, Data loss prevention (DLP) and retention policies, eDiscovery and legal hold, Audit logs and compliance reports