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Head-to-head · Google Workspace Communication Tools

Zoho Cliq vs Zoom Workplace

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Zoho Cliq #5 in Google Workspace Communication Tools 8.9/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Zoho Cliq
Zoom Workplace #6 in Google Workspace Communication Tools 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Zoom Workplace

Zoho Cliq leads on 0 checks, Zoom Workplace on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreZoho Cliq · 8.9/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly Zoho Cliq

Zoho Cliq scores higher on our rubric for google workspace communication tools: 8.9 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #6.

Zoho Cliq is the better fit for teams already using Zoho collaboration tools. Zoom Workplace is the better fit for teams wanting meetings plus chat and collaboration.

  • Zoho Cliq fits best

    Teams already using Zoho collaboration tools

  • Zoom Workplace fits best

    Teams wanting meetings plus chat and collaboration

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Side by side

Feature Zoho Cliq 8.9/10 Visit ↗ Zoom Workplace 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.8
Ranking #5 in Google Workspace Communication Tools #6 in Google Workspace Communication Tools
Best for Teams already using Zoho collaboration tools Teams wanting meetings plus chat and collaboration
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 14 days —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Community, Docs Live chat, Phone, Docs
Integrations 7 integrations 10 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Zoho Cliq 0/3 · Zoom Workplace 0/3
Google Calendar sync Not checked yet Not checked yet
Meeting recording Not checked yet Not checked yet
SSO support Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Communication modes Not checked yet Not checked yet
Max call participants Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile apps Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines threaded chat, channels, calls, meetings, and file sharing
  • Guest access and external Networks support partner collaboration
  • Bots, functions, API support, and Zoho and Office 365 integrations
  • Combines meetings, chat, mail, calendar, docs, whiteboards, and clips
  • Pro includes 30-hour meetings, AI Companion, 10 GB storage, and unlimited docs
  • Supports web, desktop, mobile, Chrome extension, API, and broad integrations
Cons
  • Several advanced controls and reports are limited to higher tiers
  • Its verified integrations favor Zoho and Office 365 ecosystems
  • Paid-plan costs are not stated here
  • Paid Pro starts at $15.99 per user per month
  • Advanced capabilities are distributed across Pro, Business, and Enterprise tiers
  • Enterprise centers on custom configurations and sales engagements
Our verdict

Zoho Cliq brings one-to-one and group messaging, channels, threaded discussions, calls, meetings, file sharing, reminders, and integrations into one business communication app. It is aimed at organizations that need more than internal…

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Zoom Workplace brings video meetings together with Zoom Chat, Mail, Calendar, Docs, Whiteboard, Clips, scheduling, tasks, and other workplace tools. It suits solo users, small teams, midsize businesses, and enterprises that want…

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  1. Zoho CliqGoogle Workspace Communication Tools 8.9Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. Zoom WorkplaceGoogle Workspace Communication Tools 8.8Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Zoho Cliq — where it wins

    • Combines threaded chat, channels, calls, meetings, and file sharing
    • Guest access and external Networks support partner collaboration
    • Bots, functions, API support, and Zoho and Office 365 integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Several advanced controls and reports are limited to higher tiers
    • Its verified integrations favor Zoho and Office 365 ecosystems
    • Paid-plan costs are not stated here

  • Zoom Workplace — where it wins

    • Combines meetings, chat, mail, calendar, docs, whiteboards, and clips
    • Pro includes 30-hour meetings, AI Companion, 10 GB storage, and unlimited docs
    • Supports web, desktop, mobile, Chrome extension, API, and broad integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid Pro starts at $15.99 per user per month
    • Advanced capabilities are distributed across Pro, Business, and Enterprise tiers
    • Enterprise centers on custom configurations and sales engagements

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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