The verdict
On the data we hold, Zoom comes out ahead. Here is why, point by point.
What the data says
- Microsoft 365 starts lower, at $7/mo against $14.16/mo.
- Both have an API and an MCP server, so either works with AI employees.
- In our Tech stack ranking, Zoom places 38 and Microsoft 365 57 of 72.
Side by side
| At a glance | ||
|---|---|---|
| Starts at | $7/mo | $14.16/mo |
| Free plan | Not known yet | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| MCP server | Yes | Yes |
| Links |
Plans and pricing
Microsoft 365
- Microsoft 365 Business BasicWeb and mobile Office apps, Teams, Outlook email and 1 TB OneDrive storage per user; up to 300 users.$84/yr/seat
- Microsoft 365 Business Standard with CopilotAdds desktop Office apps and Copilot in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.$282/yr/seat
- Microsoft 365 Business Premium with CopilotAdds identity, device and threat security, and sensitive data protection.$384/yr/seat
Zoom
- BasicFree plan: meetings up to 40 minutes, up to 100 participants, limited AI features.Free
- Pro$16.99/mo/seat
- Business$21.99/mo/seat
Prices as the vendors list them. They change often; the final price is on their sites.
Who each is for
Choose Microsoft 365 if…
A small or mid-size business that wants one licence for Office apps, business email, Teams and cloud storage, and is not tied to Google Workspace.
Choose Zoom if…
Sales, support and consulting teams that meet clients and prospects on video and want one tool for calls, recordings, webinars and AI meeting notes.
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