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What is Microsoft Teams?

In today's complex business landscape, facing intricate challenges necessitates the collaboration of committed teams. To support you and your colleagues in excelling at effective teamwork, we have created a detailed online resource. Creating a collaborative atmosphere for discussions and decision-making significantly amplifies the likelihood of achieving success. With Microsoft Teams, all essential tools are brought together in one cohesive workspace, facilitating smooth communication through chat, virtual meetings, file sharing, and integration with a variety of business applications. Improve your team's alignment with features that include group chat, online meetings, calling, and web conferencing options. Furthermore, you can work together on documents in real-time using integrated Microsoft 365 tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Additionally, the platform allows for the integration of your favorite Microsoft applications and other third-party services to support ongoing business development. Teams ensures robust end-to-end security, offers extensive administrative control, and guarantees compliance, all supported by the capabilities of Microsoft 365. Catering to diverse group needs, Teams comes with a free version that requires no long-term commitments, alongside the option to utilize it within a comprehensive suite of productivity solutions. By embracing the true essence of teamwork, you can unlock transformative opportunities for innovation and sustainable growth while fostering a culture of collaboration.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$12.50 per user per month
Free Version:
Free Version available.
Free Trial Offered?:
Yes

Integrations

Offers API?:
Yes, Microsoft Teams provides an API

Screenshots and Video

Company Facts

Company Name:
Microsoft
Date Founded:
1975
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
www.microsoft.com

Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Windows
Mac
Linux
iPhone
iPad
Android
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Online Training
Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Microsoft Teams Categories and Features

Web Conferencing Software

Electronic Hand Raising
Mobile Access
On-Demand Webcasting
Presentation Streaming
Presentation Tools
Private Chat
Real-Time Chat
Record & Playback Ability
Screen Sharing
Two-Way Audio & Video
Video Conferencing
Whiteboard

Video Conferencing Software

Electronic Hand Raising
Mobile Access
On-Demand Webcasting
Presentation Streaming
Presentation Tools
Private Chat
Real-Time Chat
Record & Playback Ability
Screen Sharing
Two-Way Audio & Video
Video Conferencing
Whiteboard

Team Communication Software

Activity / News Feed
Audio Calls
Calendar Management
Chat / Messaging
Discussion Threads
File Sharing
Mobile Access
Push Notifications
Search
Surveys & Feedback
Task Management
Video Conferencing

Team Chat Software

End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling

Screen Sharing Software

Annotations / Drawing Tools
Desktop / Browser Sharing
Mobile Screen Sharing
Presenter Control Management
Remote Control
Screen Capture
Screen Mirroring
Screen Recording

Remote Work Software

Collaboration
Credential Management
Electronic Signature
Employee Monitoring
Live Chat
Meeting Management
Project Management
Remote Access
Remote Support
Screen Sharing
Softphone
Task Management
Time Zone Tracking
Video Chat
Web Conferencing

Messaging Software

End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling

Internal Communications Software

App Integration
Blogs
Chat/Messaging
Email Management
Employee Directory
Event Calendar
Newsletter Management
Photo Gallery
Social Sharing
Survey Management
Telephony
Video Chat
Voice Chat

Employee Communication Tools

Activity / News Feed
Audio / Video Conferencing
Blogs
Chat / Messaging
Employee Directory
Event Calendar
File Sharing
Knowledge Management
Newsletter Management
Surveys & Feedback

More Microsoft Teams Categories

  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Finance Director
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    High Quality Internal Communication Software

    Date: Jan 31 2022
    Summary

    Overall, which the exception of the one con noted above, this solution does everything we had hoped it would and more!

    Positive

    The integrations are incredible! I expected it would integrate with other Microsoft products well, which it does, but it also integrates with many software products I would not have expected. One example is PandaDoc, which we use for all of our electronic signatures.

    Negative

    The ability to connect a phone line to teams is cost prohibitive given there are other solutions with phone lines at a much more affordable rate.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Talent Acquisition Partner
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Great Line of Communication

    Date: Aug 09 2022
    Summary

    Overall, I know there are a lot of systems out there that are used for communication among a company, but I would say this is one of my favorite ones I have used so far.

    Positive

    I love how you not only can use Teams for chats, but you can also save files/documents/sheets on there in one area to then be shared with everyone that needs access. To me, it felt like another version of Google Drive, but with a chatting system as well.

    Negative

    When I was using it there was a limited amount of chats you could have. I am not sure if that is still the same, but I would look into it incase it is still the case.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Principal Software Engineer
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Solid communications platform with some catching up to do

    Date: Jul 21 2022
    Summary

    Teams is a decent choice for communication in an organization. It's free, integrates with Microsoft Office software easily, and is generally pretty stable. However, its featureset and overall performance leave a lot to be desired compared to Slack and Discord.

    Positive

    - high quality video chat
    - intuitive interface
    - seamless integration with other Office products (Outlook, etc)
    - free

    Negative

    - poor feature set compared to the competition (slack, discord), especially for text chat, or in larger groups.
    - interface is not very responsive compared to other communications apps. Feels very sluggish.
    - system resource hog

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Law Associate
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
    Customer Service
    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Microsoft Teams Reviews

    Date: Jul 01 2021
    Summary

    I like using Teams when provided the opportunity, since I find it easier to use than Zoom. I only wish we used it more often.

    Positive

    Microsoft Team is an effective platform for holding group conference calls. It integrates well with Outlook and across mobile devices.

    Negative

    The use of Teams isn't as widespread as ordinary dial ins or Zoom.

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  • Reviewer Name: Michael W.
    Position: Technical Support Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
    Feature Set
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Microsoft Teams moves up a notch in internal organizational messaging

    Date: Apr 10 2021
    Summary

    In general terms, the application deserves a good training for those of us who use it as a tool. However, with its options for private group chats, assignment of tasks and projects under different shared communication options, it is an excellent alternative for us to maintain communication outside of Whatsapp and G-Mail.

    Positive

    We have found this Microsoft extension to be an excellent tool and alternative for group communication in our company. It allows us to create internal group chats with options to exchange any type of attachment with more than ten users. And we have taken great advantage of its videoconferencing through its screen sharing option for better explanation of tasks remotely.

    Negative

    We consider that Microsoft Teams, among so many options of use, lacks options that allow us to visualize the progress and efficiency with which projects are carried out. Also, the usability of the application seems to us a bit complicated since it has too many options and extensions that our newcomers find it much more difficult to adapt and confusing.

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  • Reviewer Name: Alegra L.
    Position: Writer
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set
    Layout
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    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Flexible tool, some learning curve

    Date: May 02 2021
    Summary

    This a comprehensive tool that can be used in a lot of ways. It can definitely serve as way to streamline team communication and sharing of documents and information. May not be worth the modest meaning curve if you don't plan to utilize all its features.

    Positive

    This tool has a lot of management features to share documents and streamline communications. It can be used with a flexible range of number of active users - good for both small and large groups. Combines video meetings with document management and many communication needs.

    Negative

    There is a learning curve. It's not huge, considering the number of features available to users. However if you are a casual user, or you only go on periodically for meetings (presumably with other users who are more familiar with the tool, because otherwise wouldn't they probably just use a competitor?), then it might feel frustrating or buggy. What seems to be bugs may just be user error.

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  • Reviewer Name: D K.
    Position: User Analyst
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 5,000 - 9,999
    Feature Set
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    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Excellent Application

    Date: Jun 17 2021
    Summary

    Overall this a great tool to use it daily basis in corporate field. I think Microsoft delivered a finest tool after skype. Easy to work with and it has great features.

    Positive

    Excellent Application for commutation. This App is way too good for daily use. We have been using it for very long time for Video conferencing, Meetings, presentation and chat. Too easy to handle and fast connectivity with low bandwidth.

    Negative

    I don't see any concerns to list down as of now. This is such a finest product by Microsoft.

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  • Reviewer Name: Rishu A.
    Position: Software Tester
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 500 - 999
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    A collaborative space for teams.

    Date: Sep 03 2021
    Summary

    Overall, Microsoft Teams is more than just a video meeting software, with features like documents uploading and file sharing it really creates a collaborative environment for teams.

    Positive

    - Microsoft Teams comes with a lot of features especially focused for teams working together.
    - There is a dedicated chatting and file sharing feature along with the video calling.
    - It can be easily integrated with other Microsoft application to increase the functionality and productivity.

    Negative

    - The only con is that it is quite heavy on the system memory of the system. Ironically, it is more optimized in the macOS than in Windows.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: RA
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 10,000 - 19,999
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    About Teams Review

    Updated: May 31 2021
    Summary

    Overall, we can say that this tool is really reliable and durable. It is recommended by various customers and Hiring managers. It's a real value added tool.

    Positive

    I have been working on this tool since 2 year for my interviews and for my regular call as well. I have observe that the that the calling sound quality is really amazing even video clarity is good. The screen share, live recording and background image customization is really admirable.

    Negative

    There is an issue with the back ground noise cancellation. We need to work on this issue. Apart from that we need to work on user interface if required.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Marketer
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Wow! App of the year for sure!

    Date: May 30 2021
    Summary

    Great app with tons of features for OK price, but wish it integrated more with non Microsoft products.

    Positive

    It is a really great app to collaborate with teammates or freelancers. Project managements, tasks, chat, video calls everything is made so simple.

    Negative

    Pricing is not the best if we need more features, but ok. Also support hard to reach.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Student
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
    Feature Set
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    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Great software for organisations

    Date: Jul 28 2021
    Summary

    Recommended for organisations since it is convenient for people to edit documents together. Great to use it for projects.

    Positive

    We can conduct calls and group chat easily in the app itself. Can even use it to create words, powerpoints and excel for everyone to edit it. Great to use it for projects.

    Negative

    Excel might lag if too many people are editing it at once.

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  • Reviewer Name: Gertie Z.
    Position: Customer Care Coordinator
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Collaboration Online

    Updated: Jun 23 2021
    Summary

    Overall using Microsoft Teams is an upgrade from Slack. The ability to give praise for team members in the workplace is a bonus. The collaboration that happens to get projects done is essential. I would recommend MT if you need a virtual place to meet for your growing business.

    Positive

    The best attribute to Microsoft Teams is the ability to communicate with coworkers instantly. Collaboration on projects is another great example of how to use Microsoft Teams in a virtual workplace, that is growing exponentially. This software is streamline and user friendly.

    Negative

    If you do not have additional permissions you are not able to access certain features. Understandable, however it would be helpful to have this ability when you are not an administrator.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Benefits advisor
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Love it !

    Date: Jun 18 2021
    Summary

    I would recommend this to any company looking to navigate their teams or groups within the workplace, its great for management Aa well to keep track of their teams and announcements.

    Positive

    Very organized and easy to navigate, love the fact that this allows you to have groups for certain teams whether it's for work or school.

    Negative

    Overall the program runs smooth, has no cons that I can think of at the moment.

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  • Reviewer Name: Abhay G.
    Position: Senior Development manager
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Microsoft Teams

    Date: Jun 03 2021
    Summary

    Overall the must have application for team collaboration. Microsoft is improving on features on continuous basis.

    Positive

    Can collaborate with the virtual team easily. Sharing feature is handy for remote working. Integration with Outlook helps easy in setting meetings and sync calendar.

    Negative

    The teams view is bit annoying. It would be nice if we can open multiple windows side by side.

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  • Reviewer Name: Morgan S.
    Position: Head of Ops
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    I love Teams

    Date: May 19 2021
    Summary

    Overall, Teams is the whole package. You can't find a better value anywhere when it comes to collaboration platforms. Huge fan here.

    Positive

    There's not much in teams that I don't love. It's intuitive, has awesome features, and actually makes a difference when you're building a culture with remote workers.

    File sharing, unlimited chat, video conferencing - it can't be beat!

    Negative

    Can't say that there's anything I can rant and rave about on the negative side of things. I prefer it to slack.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: HR
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Great Product

    Date: Jul 13 2021
    Summary

    It is a great product, easy to use, and customizable. Overall a great product to organize meetings.

    Positive

    I love how I can link it right to my Google calendar. Makes scheduling meetings easy and everyone is on the same page.

    Negative

    Not everyone uses Microsoft Teams, so if they haven't it just takes a few minutes to set up, but then they are good to go.

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  • Reviewer Name: Areeqa H.
    Position: DevOps Engineer
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 500 - 999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    An Efficient Communication Software for Teams.

    Date: Jul 21 2021
    Summary

    Overall, Microsoft Teams is an efficient and simple software to communicate, host meetings and share files across team members.

    Positive

    - Microsoft Teams allows the user to host and join video meetings from anywhere.
    - There are some unique features like file sharing links that can be used to exchange and share files across team members.
    - The sessions can also be recorded by the host for future references.

    Negative

    - Because of the vast number of features on Microsoft Teams, it can be a bit complex to use initially.

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  • Reviewer Name: Mustafa W.
    Position: Engineering Technician
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 5,000 - 9,999
    Feature Set
    Ease Of Use
    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Available on all devices

    Date: Apr 29 2021
    Summary

    My overall experience is very positive with the Microsoft Teams and it has all the tools available for streamlined communication and collaboration.

    Positive

    Microsoft Teams has good build as a communication and collaboration tool and is available on all operating systems and devices.

    Negative

    Video lags are bit annoying during team meetings, even on high bandwidth internet.

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  • Reviewer Name: Alishbah N.
    Position: Receptionist
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    So much in one application

    Date: May 22 2021
    Summary

    If you have a big organisation and you need to make a lot of groups, you can make them and manage them with ease.
    It has reliable tools and has a complete environment in itself.

    Positive

    It feels like a complete environment where you can chat, share files, screen share, do a broadcast and have great video conferencing.
    You can make separate channels with different categories and permissions.

    Negative

    Too confusing at the start.
    Takes time to get used to it.
    every participant has administrative powers.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 5,000 - 9,999
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Most interactive way to communicate in office

    Date: May 07 2021
    Summary

    Overall it's a great product for all your team/office conversations. It is continuously evolving with the changing need.

    Positive

    High quality group audio and video calls.
    Not only blur the background, but gives you interesting background options.
    A lot of gifs to express yourself without words.
    Create permanent chat groups, rather than creating a new group every time.

    Negative

    Maximum number of participants in a video call is limited.

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