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Google Chat

Composite Score
8.7 /10
CX Score
9.1 /10
Category
Google Chat
8.7 /10

What is Google Chat?

From direct messages to group conversations, Google Chat helps teams and businesses collaborate fluidly and efficiently from anywhere. Securely connect with anyone you work with, and take group work to the next level with shared chat, files and tasks.

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Awards & Recognition

Google Chat won the following awards in the Business Instant Messaging - Enterprise category

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Google Chat Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.
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Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

86 Likeliness to Recommend

95 Plan to Renew

84 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value


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Emotional Footprint Overview

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+92 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love Google Chat?

2% Negative
4% Neutral
94% Positive

Pros

  • Acts with Integrity
  • Efficient Service
  • Fair
  • Reliable

Feature Ratings

Average 82

Instant Messaging

86

Voice and Video Collaboration

85

Notifications

83

Screen Sharing

83

Task Management

82

File Sharing Collaboration

82

Search

81

Document Collaboration

80

Integration With Productivity Tools

80

Granular Access Management

80

Cross Platform Support

79

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 80

Ease of Implementation

84

Usability and Intuitiveness

83

Business Value Created

82

Ease of IT Administration

81

Quality of Features

80

Ease of Data Integration

80

Availability and Quality of Training

80

Ease of Customization

80

Breadth of Features

79

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

79

Vendor Support

78

Google Chat Reviews

Alonso C.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Other
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Nov 2024

Unmatched experience with Google Chat

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Google Chat from other similar products?

Reliable, safe and very economical. Visually improves internal and external connection and communication.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

The image resolution is completely sharp, it integrates with other applications. The calendar integration is very seamless (I can schedule my meetings from Outlook, Google Calendar, and Office 365. -

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Reliable, safe and very economical. This is the right application to teleport to any part of the world, its functions are good and of high quality, with this application you will get the clearest audio and video meetings of your entire life...

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing

Michael C.

  • Role: Sales Marketing
  • Industry: Education
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Nov 2024

Simple and intuitive interface

Likeliness to Recommend

7 /10

What differentiates Google Chat from other similar products?

Google Chat is easy to set up and requires minimal configuration.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

- Google Chat supports group chats, making it easy to communicate with multiple people at once. - Google Chat allows users to share files and collaborate on documents. - Google Chat supports two-factor authentication for added security.

What do you dislike most about this product?

- Google Chat can be prone to glitches and bugs, which can disrupt conversations and cause frustration. - Vulnerability to phishing - Limited support

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Recommend using

Pros

  • Client Friendly Policies
  • Helps Innovate
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity

Avesh K.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Telecommunications
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Nov 2024

A User-Friendly Choice for Teams

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Chat from other similar products?

Google Chat is different because it works well with other Google tools like Docs, Sheets, and Calendar. This means teams can chat, share files, and set up meetings all in one place, which is super convenient if you already use Google Workspace. It’s simple and keeps everything you need right at your fingertips.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite part about Google Chat is how easily it connects with other Google tools like Google Drive, Docs, and Calendar. I can share documents, set up meetings, and access files directly in the chat without needing to jump between different apps. Having everything in one place really simplifies teamwork and saves a lot of time, making it easier for everyone to stay on the same page and work together smoothly.

What do you dislike most about this product?

I don’t like is that Google Chat doesn’t work well with some apps that aren’t part of Google. It would be really helpful if it could connect better with other tools we use outside of Google.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

If you want a simple chat app that’s easy to use and works well with Google tools, Google Chat is a good choice. But if you need extra features like managing tasks or tracking projects, you might want to check out other options.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing

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