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End-to-end encrypted alternatives to Zoom

The Zoom listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. 5 of the 33 other team communication apps in this directory are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Zoom has a free plan. Paid plans start at $14.16 per user / month, billed annually ($169.90 a year). 4 of them are free or have a free plan.

5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from

How each one differs from Zoom

  1. Jitsi Meet

    Free, open-source video meetings you can self-host

    • Jitsi Meet is free. Zoom starts at $14.16 per user / month, billed annually ($169.90 a year).
    • Only Zoom lists a browser extension.
    • Jitsi Meet is open source, self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Zoom also covers meeting notes, whiteboard, booking links and team chat.
    Jitsi Meet vs ZoomJitsi Meet pricing and details

  2. Troop Messenger

    Secure business messenger with calls, sold as SaaS or on-premise

    • Troop Messenger starts at $2.50 per user / month. Zoom starts at $14.16 per user / month, billed annually ($169.90 a year).
    • Zoom has a free plan. Troop Messenger does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Zoom lists a browser extension.
    • Troop Messenger is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    Troop Messenger pricing and details

  3. Rocket.Chat

    Open-source, self-managed chat for security-focused teams

    • Only Zoom lists a browser extension.
    • Rocket.Chat is open source, self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Rocket.Chat also covers file sharing.
    • Zoom also covers meeting notes, whiteboard, booking links and video calls.
    Rocket.Chat pricing and details

  4. Element

    End-to-end encrypted chat and calls on the Matrix standard

    • Only Zoom lists a browser extension.
    • Element is open source, self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Element also covers file sharing.
    • Zoom also covers meeting notes, whiteboard and booking links.
    Element pricing and details

  5. Wire

    End-to-end encrypted messaging and calls for organizations

    • Wire starts at €7.45 per person / month, paid annually. Zoom starts at $14.16 per user / month, billed annually ($169.90 a year).
    • Only Zoom lists a browser extension.
    • Wire is open source, self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Wire also covers file sharing.
    Wire pricing and details

Common questions

Is there an end-to-end encrypted alternative to Zoom?

Yes. Jitsi Meet, Troop Messenger, Rocket.Chat, Element and Wire are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Is Zoom end-to-end encrypted?

The Zoom listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. The listing was checked on Oct 5, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these team communication apps are free?

Jitsi Meet, Rocket.Chat, Element and Wire are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to Zoom: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.