Webinars · head to head
Cisco Webex vs WorkCast

Cisco Webex
Webinars
The leading enterprise video conferencing platform
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -

WorkCast
Webinars
Enterprise webinar and virtual event platform for global reach
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Cisco Webex has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Cisco Webex listed on UK G-Cloud at £6 per user per month for Cisco Webex, via reseller Conscia Group UK Ltd (ITGL); WorkCast listed on UK G-Cloud 14, the WorkCast Corporation's own Virtual Events pricing document offers a 14-day free trial covering the Lite and Pro licence tiers of the WorkCast platform
- They diverge on capability: Cisco Webex covers HD video, WorkCast covers Live webcasting.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Cisco Webex and WorkCast actually diverge.
| Attribute | Cisco Webex | WorkCast |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | On request |
| Pricing model | freemium | subscription |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | Web, Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android | Web, IOS, Android |
| Founded | 1984 | 2007 |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Webinars).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Cisco Webex
- HD video
- Screen sharing
- Recording
- Transcription
- Virtual backgrounds
- Slack
- Microsoft Teams
- Google Calendar
Only in WorkCast
- Live webcasting
- On-demand content
- Virtual events
- Audience engagement
- Multi-language support
- Marketo
- Eloqua
- Microsoft Dynamics
Both cover
- Salesforce
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Cisco Webex
- Video conferencing and team meetingsnot WorkCast
- Hybrid work collaboration with device integrationnot WorkCast
- Customer experience solutions and contact centersnot WorkCast
- Event hosting and large-scale meetingsnot WorkCast
WorkCast
- Virtual Eventsnot Cisco Webex
- Webinarsnot Cisco Webex
- Webcastingnot Cisco Webex
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Cisco Webex
- Listed on UK G-Cloud at £6 per user per month for Cisco Webex, via reseller Conscia Group UK Ltd (ITGL)
WorkCast
- Listed on UK G-Cloud 14, the WorkCast Corporation's own Virtual Events pricing document offers a 14-day free trial covering the Lite and Pro licence tiers of the WorkCast platform
Pricing, plan by plan
Cisco Webex
Free- FreeFree
- 40-min group meetings
- Unlimited 1:1 calls
- HD video
- Starter$13.5/month
- Unlimited meetings
- 100 participants
- Recording
- Pro$26.99/month
- 300 participants
- Advanced security
- Priority support
WorkCast
On request- Professional$499/month
- Up to 500 attendees
- Custom branding
- Analytics dashboard
- Business$999/month
- Up to 2000 attendees
- Multi-language support
- Priority support
- Enterprise$2499/month
- Unlimited attendees
- Dedicated success manager
- Custom integrations
Which should you pick?
Choose Cisco Webex if
- You need hd video.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android.
- You also want screen sharing.
Choose WorkCast if
- You need live webcasting.
- You work on Web, IOS, Android.
- You also want on-demand content.
Questions people ask
- Is Cisco Webex or WorkCast better?
- Neither clearly leads. Cisco Webex starts at Free and WorkCast at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Cisco Webex or WorkCast?
- Cisco Webex has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Cisco Webex and On request for WorkCast.
- Does Cisco Webex or WorkCast run on more platforms?
- Cisco Webex runs on Web, Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android. WorkCast runs on Web, IOS, Android.
- Can I use Cisco Webex for free?
- Yes. Cisco Webex has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. WorkCast starts at On request.
- What is Cisco Webex best used for?
- Cisco Webex is most often used for video conferencing and team meetings, hybrid work collaboration with device integration, customer experience solutions and contact centers, event hosting and large-scale meetings. Of those, video conferencing and team meetings and hybrid work collaboration with device integration are not what WorkCast is typically brought in for.
- What can Cisco Webex do that WorkCast cannot?
- Cisco Webex covers HD video, Screen sharing, Recording, Transcription. WorkCast covers Live webcasting, On-demand content, Virtual events, Audience engagement. Both handle Salesforce, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Cisco Webex: Does Webex offer a free plan?
Yes, Webex by Cisco offers a free plan that includes video conferencing features. Specific details about free plan limitations and paid plan pricing are available on the Webex pricing page.
SourceWorkCast: What are the base pricing tiers for Workcast?
Workcast's Business Plan starts at £95 per month with 2 users and up to 1,000 registrations per month. Business Pro is available on request for 5 users, and Enterprise plans are custom-priced based on your requirements.
SourceWorkCast: What is the contract length for Workcast subscriptions?
All plans require a 12-month subscription term, though monthly payment options are available within that commitment.
SourceWorkCast: Does Workcast offer a free trial?
Yes, Workcast provides a 14-day free trial that allows you to experiment with the platform before committing to a paid plan.
SourceWorkCast: What support do I get with my Workcast plan?
All plans include dedicated onboarding, self-service resources, a learning portal, and 24/5 live support. Enterprise customers receive a dedicated account manager with regular scheduled meetings.
SourceWorkCast: Is there a pay-as-you-go option for one-time webinars?
Yes, Workcast offers a pay-per-use managed service option for single webinars in addition to their subscription plans.
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