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Genesys Cloud vs RingCentral Video

Genesys Cloud logo

Genesys Cloud

Telecommunications

Experience as a Service

From
$75/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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RingCentral Video

Communication

Connected cloud communications

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only RingCentral Video has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Genesys Cloud all four published tiers are billed annually; RingCentral Video unlimited calling is limited to the US and Canada markets; other international calls are charged per minute at the published international rates table
  • They diverge on capability: Genesys Cloud covers Omnichannel, RingCentral Video covers HD video conferencing.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Genesys Cloud and RingCentral Video actually diverge.

Attributes where Genesys Cloud and RingCentral Video differ
AttributeGenesys CloudRingCentral Video
Starting price$75/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, Ios, AndroidWeb, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android
CategoryTelecommunicationsCommunication
Founded19901999

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Genesys Cloud

  • Omnichannel
  • ACD
  • IVR
  • Predictive engagement
  • WFM
  • Quality management
  • Bots
  • Microsoft Dynamics

Only in RingCentral Video

  • HD video conferencing
  • Voice and video calling
  • Screen sharing
  • Virtual backgrounds
  • Recording and transcription
  • Chat and messaging
  • Calendar integration
  • Meeting attendee controls

Both cover

  • Salesforce
  • Zendesk
  • SOC2

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Genesys Cloud

  • Cloud contact centre across voice, digital and self service channelsnot RingCentral Video
  • Workforce engagement and routing for large support operationsnot RingCentral Video

RingCentral Video

  • Cloud business phone system with video meetings and team messagingnot Genesys Cloud
  • Replacing on-premise PBX hardware for distributed teamsnot Genesys Cloud

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Genesys Cloud

  • All four published tiers are billed annually
  • The published rates are named user licences tied to a specific person, so a shift based operation cannot share a seat
  • Concurrent user licences, which is what shift work needs, are sold at a premium above these rates
  • Entry pricing is $75 per user per month, rising to $240 on the top tier

RingCentral Video

  • Unlimited calling is limited to the US and Canada markets; other international calls are charged per minute at the published international rates table
  • The free trial is only for new subscribers and is capped at five users and two desktop phones, with SMS unavailable during the trial
  • Trial hardware must be returned within 21 days of trial cancellation to avoid hardware charges
  • Phone rental is available only with a multi-year contract
  • Automated, high volume or marketing SMS costs extra as RingCentral High Volume SMS, and TCR registration is required for SMS and MMS
  • A Mobile User extension is free to add but is billed at the same monthly rate as a Digital Line in any month it is used to make or receive a call
  • The Webinar 500 discount lasts one year on a one year commitment, after which pricing reverts to $75 per host per month or the then current retail price
  • Taxes and recovery fees including the Federal Universal Service Recovery Fee, E911 Service Fee and Compliance and Administrative Cost Recovery Fee are added on top
  • The advertised savings of up to 33% require paying annually

Pricing, plan by plan

Genesys Cloud

$75/month
  • Genesys Cloud CX 1$75/month
    • Voice
    • IVR
    • Callback
  • Genesys Cloud CX 2$110/month
    • CX 1 + Digital
    • Quality management
    • WFM
  • Genesys Cloud CX 3$140/month
    • CX 2 + Analytics
    • Advanced AI
    • Journey management

RingCentral Video

Free
  • AI Receptionist$39/month
    • Starts at $39
  • Conversational Intelligence$60/month
    • Starts at $60
  • Call Queues Booster$35/month
    • $35 per month
  • Business SMS Booster$25/month
    • $25 per month

Which should you pick?

Choose Genesys Cloud if

  • You need omnichannel.
  • You work on Web, Desktop, Ios, Android.
  • You also want acd.
Genesys Cloud review

Choose RingCentral Video if

  • You need hd video conferencing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android.
  • You also want voice and video calling.
RingCentral Video review

Questions people ask

Is Genesys Cloud or RingCentral Video better?
Neither clearly leads. Genesys Cloud starts at $75/month and RingCentral Video at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Genesys Cloud or RingCentral Video?
RingCentral Video has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $75/month for Genesys Cloud and Free for RingCentral Video.
Does Genesys Cloud or RingCentral Video run on more platforms?
Genesys Cloud runs on Web, Desktop, Ios, Android. RingCentral Video runs on Web, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android.
Can I use RingCentral Video for free?
Yes. RingCentral Video has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Genesys Cloud starts at $75/month.
What is Genesys Cloud best used for?
Genesys Cloud is most often used for cloud contact centre across voice, digital and self service channels, workforce engagement and routing for large support operations. Of those, cloud contact centre across voice, digital and self service channels and workforce engagement and routing for large support operations are not what RingCentral Video is typically brought in for.
What can Genesys Cloud do that RingCentral Video cannot?
Genesys Cloud covers Omnichannel, ACD, IVR, Predictive engagement. RingCentral Video covers HD video conferencing, Voice and video calling, Screen sharing, Virtual backgrounds. Both handle Salesforce, Zendesk, SOC2.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Genesys Cloud: What is Genesys Cloud's pricing?

Genesys Cloud offers flexible pricing to suit customer needs, allowing businesses to purchase only the capabilities needed with easy scaling options. Specific pricing details are not provided on the main product page and require visiting the dedicated pricing page or contacting Genesys directly.

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RingCentral Video: How much does RingCentral Video cost?

AI Receptionist starts at $39 per month, Conversational Intelligence starts at $60 per month. Main video plan pricing requires entering your user count on the website for personalized quotes.

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RingCentral Video: Does RingCentral offer discounts?

Yes, save up to 33% by paying annually instead of monthly. A 14-day free trial is available for new subscribers with up to 20 phone lines.

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