Groupboard review
A focused whiteboard for teams that need persistent, embeddable collaboration.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Groupboard is a browser-based collaborative whiteboard for teams, educators, tutors, and other groups that need a shared space for drawing and discussion. It combines a real-time whiteboard with chat and a message board, and its boards remain available after participants log off. Users can access it through a supplied link or embed it in a webpage, making it a fit for organizations that want whiteboard access alongside their own site or online sessions.
The free Groupboard option supports up to five users on one board, with an any-size canvas, chat, and a persistent whiteboard. Hosted plans add capacity and embedding: the 15-user plan costs $9.99 per month, while the 50-user plan costs $19.99 per month. Both hosted plans include iframe embedding and customization, unlimited technical support, and a JavaScript API. Annual options are also listed for the hosted plans. A one-week trial applies to hosted plans; the free five-user board is a separate no-cost option. This structure makes it possible to begin with a small group and move to a hosted plan when greater participation or embedding is needed.
Its strongest distinction is the combination of persistence, flexible board size, and input support. Background image uploads can provide a visual starting point, while graphics-tablet compatibility, including Wacom and Huion devices, suits handwriting and drawing. The HTML5 client requires no plugins or downloads, and the interface is multilingual. Groupboard is a sensible choice for tutoring, teaching, and lightweight team collaboration where a persistent embedded board matters. Groups seeking a broader diagramming or presentation workspace should compare alternatives, since the listed product focus is on whiteboarding, chat, and message boards.
Groupboard pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Persistent boards keep their contents after users log off.
- Hosted plans support iframe embedding, customization, and a JavaScript API.
- Supports graphics tablets, background uploads, and a configurable board size.
- Where it doesn't
- The free board is limited to five users.
- Hosted plans cap a single board at 15 or 50 users.
- Its listed features focus on whiteboarding and chat, not broader diagramming workflows.
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