Adobe Connect Review - why 4.4 stars?

Shlomi Lavi / updated: May 13, 2022

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What is Adobe Connect?

Adobe Connect is a web conferencing and communication solution for businesses of all sizes. Other than conferencing, it also offers invitation and security capabilities. The software was designed and launched by Adobe Systems Inc headquartered in California, United States.

Who is it best for?

Customers of the software include businesses of all sizes hailing from diverse industries. Major industries where it can be deployed include communication, financial services, education, technology and IT services, media and entertainment, healthcare and hospitality, and others. Some notable clients of the software include ADNET Systems Inc, Clemson University, and Memorial Hermann Healthcare System etc.

Main features and functionalities

Core conference management capabilities offered by the platform include application sharing, co-browsing, desktop sharing, file transfer, instant messaging, screen sharing, slide show, whiteboards, and annotation and drawing tools. The software offers a rich multimedia experience with high quality video conferencing using grid mode for simultaneous view of multiple streams.

Adobe Connect offers real time collaboration with presenters for content preparation, private chat, and white-boarding. Breakout rooms are offered for focused discussions other than standard and individual meeting rooms. Other important capabilities of the software include ad hoc and instant meetings, meeting calendar, password protection of information, meeting recording, and surveys and polls etc.

What is the actual cost?

Adobe Connect provides three license pricing packages; Meeting, Webinars, and Learning.

• Adobe Connect offers a free plan for a meeting for 3 users.
• Meeting starts at $50 per month and $540 per year for 25 participants.
• Webinar Manager 100 starts at $130/Month and $1250 per year for 100 participants.
• Webinar Manager 500 starts at $470/Month, $4500 per year for 500 participants.
• Webinar Manager 1000 starts at $580/Month, $5500 per year for 1000 participants.
• Live Virtual Classrooms start at $370 per month and $3500 per year for 200 participants.
• The license cost information of up to 1500 participants in Live Virtual Classrooms is unavailable.

ITQlick pricing score is 3 out of 10 (10 is most expensive). Access ITQlick pricing guide for Adobe Connect. You can also find here pricing information from Adobe Connect's website.

Pros

• Adobe Connect offers a playback quality that enables better recollection for later
• The software offers video sharing, screen sharing, and breakout room features for virtual events
• Thanks to the expansive conference rooms, users can quickly establish communication with their clients and co-workers

Cons

• Adobe Connect does not work well on a mobile phone because all the pods are shrunk and many features downgraded

How it stacks up?

Access a head to head analysis of Adobe Connect vs alternative software solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Adobe Connect right for you or your business?

Adobe Connect is a web conferencing tool that assists corporations, government organizations, and educational institutions in organizing meetings and training sessions. Customizable branding, team collaboration, engagement statistics, remote access, reporting, and document sharing are among the features.