Jitsi Meet review (2026): features, pros and cons, and what to check before you buy
Open-source video meeting software you can self-host, or use via the free meet.jit.si and 8x8's JaaS hosted service.
Our take for buyers
Jitsi Meet suits teams that want to self-host video and keep control of where data lives. It is open source, and Jitsi is a trademark of 8x8, Inc., whose hosted commercial version is JaaS. G2 shows 4.3 from 229 reviews. Self-hosting removes third-party trust, but it moves security and uptime to your own team. Rooms are ephemeral, so check how you will control who joins before rolling it out.
It is not a fit for buyers who want managed admin, SSO and support without running servers, or regulated teams that need vendor compliance certificates, since none were found. Shortlist it only if you have IT capacity to operate it, or if you plan to use JaaS and can get its terms in writing.
- Best for
- Teams with IT staff who want to self-host and control data.
- Starting price
- Free
- G2 rating
- 4.3 (229 reviews)
What is Jitsi Meet?
Open-source video meeting software you can self-host, or use via the free meet.jit.si and 8x8's JaaS hosted service. IT-capable teams can run it on their own servers and keep data in-house, or developers can embed video through JaaS, which is free up to 25 endpoints. The public meet.jit.si service needs no setup. There is no managed SSO or vendor compliance certificate, so regulated buyers need another route.
Category: Video Conferencing Software
Jitsi Meet key features
| Criterion | What we found |
|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free open source; JaaS free to 25 endpoints, paid above. |
| Target company size | Small teams and developers; self-hosting needs IT skills. |
| Security and compliance | DTLS-SRTP transport encryption; optional E2EE for audio/video/screen share in Chromium 83+ and Electron, not chat or polls; no vendor certifications found. |
| Recording and AI transcription | JaaS lists recordings and transcriptions. |
Jitsi Meet plans and pricing
| Plan | Price | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-hosted | Free | You pay for your own servers and admin time. | |
| JaaS (hosted) | Free up to 25 endpoints, paid tiers above | Paid prices not published on the pages opened. |
Jitsi.org/jaas states free unlimited minutes on up to 25 endpoints; paid packages exist but USD prices were not retrievable (jaas.8x8.vc pricing did not load), checked 2026-10-24.
Who should shortlist Jitsi Meet
A strong fit for
- Teams with IT staff who want to self-host and control data.
- Developers embedding video in apps via JaaS iFrame API.
A weak fit for
- Buyers wanting managed admin, SSO and support without running servers.
- Regulated teams needing vendor compliance certificates.
Jitsi Meet alternatives
Zoom WorkplaceTeams whose main need is reliable video meetings with chat attached.
WherebySmall teams and client-facing professionals who want link-based rooms without installs.
Google MeetTeams already on Google Workspace that want meetings tied to Calendar and Gmail.
Microsoft TeamsOrganizations already on Microsoft 365 and Entra ID.
Dialpad MeetingsTeams already buying Dialpad for calling that want meetings in the same app.
GoTo MeetingSmall and mid-size businesses that want per-organizer pricing instead of per-attendee.
Security, admin and compliance
Transport uses DTLS-SRTP, and optional end-to-end encryption works in Chromium 83+ and Electron but excludes chat and polls. Jitsi's own page says E2EE offers less value today. No vendor certifications are listed. Self-hosting lets you choose the data location. SCIM, audit logs, a DPA, support terms and contract terms are not stated, and JaaS SSO is not stated. Ask 8x8 for these in writing if you buy JaaS.
- SAML SSO
- Self-hosted: configurable authentication per Jitsi security page; JaaS SSO not stated.
- Data residency
- Self-hosting lets you choose location.
Contract and buying terms
- Starting price
- Free.
- Pricing model
- Flat.
- Free plan or trial
- Free plan.
What to test in a Jitsi Meet demo or trial
Test it the way you would run it. Stand up a self-hosted instance and check authentication setup, since the Jitsi security page says authentication is configurable. Join a room from a second account and confirm who can enter: rooms are ephemeral, anyone with the room name can join, and on meet.jit.si all users are moderators. Try end-to-end encryption and confirm it covers audio, video and screen share but not chat or polls. If you plan to use JaaS, test recordings and transcriptions, and ask what happens to cloud recordings, which meet.jit.si deletes if not uploaded to Dropbox within 24 hours.
Questions to ask Jitsi Meet before you sign
These are the points Jitsi Meet's public pages leave open. Get the answers in writing before procurement signs off.
- Is SCIM provisioning included, or a paid add-on?
- Which plan includes audit logs, and how long are they kept?
- Can we sign your standard DPA without changes?
- Is there a monthly option, and what are the cancellation and renewal terms?
- What will the price be at renewal, and is the increase capped?
Things to know before a demo
- Rooms are ephemeral and anyone with the room name can join; on meet.jit.si all users are moderators.
- E2EE does not cover chat or polls and Jitsi's own page says it offers less value today.
- Self-hosting removes third-party trust but moves security and uptime to you.
- Jitsi is a trademark of 8x8, Inc.; JaaS is the commercial path.
- Meet.jit.si cloud recordings are deleted if not uploaded to Dropbox within 24 hours.
Jitsi Meet FAQ
What is Jitsi Meet used for?
IT-capable teams can run it on their own servers and keep data in-house, or developers can embed video through JaaS, which is free up to 25 endpoints. The public meet.jit.si service needs no setup. There is no managed SSO or vendor compliance certificate, so regulated buyers need another route. It suits teams with IT staff who want to self-host and control data.
Does Jitsi Meet support SSO?
Self-hosted installs have configurable authentication according to the Jitsi security page. SSO for JaaS is not stated, so ask 8x8.
Does Jitsi Meet have compliance certifications?
No vendor certifications are listed. Transport encryption is DTLS-SRTP, and regulated buyers would need to assess a self-hosted setup themselves.
Who is Jitsi Meet best for?
Teams with IT staff who want to self-host and control their data, and developers who embed video in apps through the JaaS iFrame API.
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from Jitsi Meet's own pricing, product or documentation pages, G2 and company records, checked on October 24, 2026. Unknown values are left out instead of estimated.