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vMix vs Zoho Meeting

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vMix

Webinars

Professional live streaming and production software

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Zoho Meeting

Webinars

Affordable web conferencing and webinar solution

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Zoho Meeting has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: vMix basic HD at $60 is limited to 4 total inputs, 1 vMix Call caller, 1 instant replay camera and 1 SRT output; Zoho Meeting the free plan limits each meeting to 60 minutes and 100 participants
  • They diverge on capability: vMix covers Multi-camera support, Zoho Meeting covers HD video.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which vMix and Zoho Meeting actually diverge.

Attributes where vMix and Zoho Meeting differ
AttributevMixZoho Meeting
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWindowsWindows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web
Founded20131996

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 vMix

  • Multi-camera support
  • Virtual sets
  • Live effects
  • Screen sharing
  • Multi-platform streaming
  • YouTube
  • Facebook
  • Twitch

Only in Zoho Meeting

  • HD video
  • Whiteboard
  • Recording
  • Mobile app
  • Zoho integration
  • Zoho CRM
  • Zoho Projects
  • Google Calendar

Both cover

  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

vMix

  • Live video production switching for broadcasts and streamsnot Zoho Meeting
  • Multi camera instant replay for live sportsnot Zoho Meeting
  • Bringing remote guests into a production over vMix Callnot Zoho Meeting
  • Recording and streaming in 4K from a Windows workstationnot Zoho Meeting

Zoho Meeting

  • Browser based video meetings with screen sharing and whiteboardnot vMix
  • Running webinars with registration and moderator controlsnot vMix
  • Dial in audio conferencing using toll free numbersnot vMix

Where each one falls short

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

vMix

  • Basic HD at $60 is limited to 4 total inputs, 1 vMix Call caller, 1 instant replay camera and 1 SRT output
  • 4K resolution above 1920x1080 requires the 4K edition at $700 or higher
  • Lifetime licences include free updates for the first 12 months only
  • vMix Call is capped at 4 callers on the HD edition and 8 on 4K, Pro and MAX
  • SRT outputs are limited to 1 on Basic HD and HD editions
  • The MAX edition is subscription only at $50 per month and stops receiving updates when the subscription lapses

Zoho Meeting

  • The free plan limits each meeting to 60 minutes and 100 participants
  • Paid plans are sold in fixed participant tiers of 10, 25, 50, 100, 150, 200 and 250, so capacity is bought in blocks
  • Recording storage on the Standard plan is 5 GB per host, with additional 25 GB blocks sold annually up to 1 TB per organisation
  • The free trial runs 14 days

Pricing, plan by plan

vMix

On request
  • Starter$60/month
    • Basic streaming
    • 4 inputs
  • Professional$300/month
    • Advanced features
    • 8 inputs
  • Premium$600/month
    • All features
    • Unlimited inputs

Zoho Meeting

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Basic meetings
    • Up to 100 participants
  • Pro$12/month
    • Advanced features
    • Up to 250 participants
  • Business$24/month
    • Unlimited participants
    • Custom branding

Which should you pick?

Choose vMix if

  • You need multi-camera support.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want virtual sets.
vMix review

Choose Zoho Meeting if

  • You need hd video.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want whiteboard.
Zoho Meeting review

Questions people ask

Is vMix or Zoho Meeting better?
Neither clearly leads. vMix starts at On request and Zoho Meeting at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, vMix or Zoho Meeting?
Zoho Meeting has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for vMix and Free for Zoho Meeting.
Does vMix or Zoho Meeting run on more platforms?
vMix runs on Windows. Zoho Meeting runs on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
Can I use Zoho Meeting for free?
Yes. Zoho Meeting has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. vMix starts at On request.
What is vMix best used for?
vMix is most often used for live video production switching for broadcasts and streams, multi camera instant replay for live sports, bringing remote guests into a production over vmix call, recording and streaming in 4k from a windows workstation. Of those, live video production switching for broadcasts and streams and multi camera instant replay for live sports are not what Zoho Meeting is typically brought in for.
What can vMix do that Zoho Meeting cannot?
vMix covers Multi-camera support, Virtual sets, Live effects, Screen sharing. Zoho Meeting covers HD video, Whiteboard, Recording, Mobile app. Both handle Windows support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

vMix: What pricing options are available for vMix software?

vMix offers flexible pricing starting from $50 per month. The software is available as a free 60-day trial, allowing users to test features before purchasing.

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Zoho Meeting: Does Zoho Meeting have a free tier?

Yes, the free plan allows up to 60 minutes of meetings with up to 100 participants, including seamless video conferencing and secure screen sharing.

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vMix: Is vMix 29 a free update for existing customers?

Yes, vMix 29 represents a complimentary upgrade for those who purchased vMix after January 2023, plus all vMix Max subscribers receive it at no additional cost.

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Zoho Meeting: Are there additional taxes on top of Zoho Meeting's listed prices?

Yes, local taxes including VAT and GST will be charged in addition to the prices mentioned for paid plans.

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vMix: What support options are included with vMix?

Support includes access to a knowledge base, community forums, documentation, email support, training videos, and optional premium support plans available through resellers.

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Zoho Meeting: What features are included in Zoho Meeting's paid plan?

The Meeting Plan includes multiple co-hosts, international dial-in capabilities, meeting recording, and storage. The page references a complete pricing structure for more details on specific features by tier.

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vMix: Can I upgrade from a previous vMix version?

Yes, upgrade options are available. Visit the upgrades page to review pricing and eligibility for transitioning from earlier vMix editions to current versions.

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