Agora vs Zoom

How do Agora and Zoom compare? And what does Video SDK offer?

Agora

Agora Live Video SDK aims to add live video calls live streams inside applications easier. The SDK is very low-level that allows enterprise development teams to control every aspect of the live video experience.

Zoom Video SDK

The Zoom Video SDK provides a reliable video conferencing experience similar to the original Client, but with added flexibility. It encompasses a wide range of services, including audio, video, chat, screen sharing, data streams, server-side APIs, and webhooks. This extensive set of features allows developers to create customized and immersive video communication experiences within their applications.

How Video SDK make a difference

When evaluating Video SDK options, both Zoom and Agora are worth considering. Zoom is known for its reliability and strong developer support, making it a dependable choice. On the other hand, Agora stands out with advanced features such as encrypted audio and video streaming.

However, it's essential to note that both SDKs might be considered legacy platforms, lacking some modern features like built-in collaborative tools, a low-code UI builder, and 24/7 support.

And here comes Video SDK. It’s quite easy and quick SDK that helps you deal with multiple features, such as chat, polls, breakout rooms, streaming capability, and RTMP out — all in a single SDK.

Let’s compare Video SDK along with Agora and Zoom, and understand why Video SDK is a much better choice for all your needs.

Features comparison : Agora vs Zoom vs Video SDK

Agora
Zoom Video SDK
Video SDK

No. of participants (Including hosts)

55 participants only

Limited

Up to millions of viewers

Ease of SDK Integration

Avg. integration takes 3+ months

Tough and restrictive

Avg. integration takes only 2 weeks

Adpative audio/video quality

Not available

Not available

Available

Works behind the Firewall, Private Network

No

No

Yes

Role Management, Permissions, Policy and Templates

Not available

Limited

Available

Automatic video and audio track degrade due to bandwidth in-consistency

Not available

Not available

Available

Dynamic Layout for Studio and RTMP Live Streaming

Not available

Not available

Available

Build collaborative features like chat, poll, Q & A, whiteboard etc.

Not available

Free, but limited

Available

Virtual Background, Live Transcription & ML Middleware

Complex integration

Not available

Available

Webhooks

Only for cloud recording use-cases

Only for a few states

Available

Pricing Model

Usage based

Usage based

Usage based

Interactive Live Streaming

Yes

No

Yes

Cloud Recording

Yes

Yes

Yes

Interactive Whiteboard

Yes

Yes

Yes

Multi-platform

Yes

No

Yes

Interactive Participant Support

Limited support

Up to 300

Up to 5,000

Mobile browser support

Limited

Chrome only

90%

Automatic audio / video degrade, re-connectivity

No

No

Yes

Audio & Video powered by AI

No

No

Yes

Independent of Open Source Dependency

No

Yes

Yes

Customised RTMP, Cloud Recording, HLS

No

No

Yes

API for building specific features such as collaborative games, polls etc

No

No

Yes

API to build social features such as merging rooms, battles, coins, gifts sending etc

No

No

Yes

Full HD recording

Yes

No

Yes

Open source templates

No

No

Yes

Full Custom roles

Limited

No

Yes

HLS Streaming

Yes

No

Yes

Cost-effective

No

No

Yes

Prebuilt SDK

No

No

Yes

Fully customizable UI

Yes

No

Yes

Metaverse platform support

No

No

Yes

Session analytics

Yes

No

Yes

Data Tracks

No

No

Yes

Cost comparison : Agora vs Zoom vs Video SDK

Agora
Zoom Video SDK
Video SDK

Volume Discount

No

No

Yes

Video Conferencing

  • Video SD: $3.99
  • Video HD: $3.99
  • Video Full HD: $8.99
  • Video 2K: $15.99
  • Video 2K+: $35.99
  • $3.5 per 1,000 minutes
  • Video SD: $2.00
  • Video HD: $3.00
  • Video Full HD: $7.00
  • Video 2K: $7.00
  • Video 2K+: $7.00

Analytics

  • Standard Plan: $449/month
  • Premium Plan: $999/month
  • Enterprise Plan $1599/month

No

Free

Separate pricing for video and audio

Yes

Yes

Yes

Free 10,000 minutes every month

Yes

No

Yes

Minimum price for video calls

$0.0039 per participant minute

$0.0035 per participant minute

$0.002 per participant minute

Minimum price for audio-only calls

$0.00099 per participant minute

$0.0035 per participant minute

$0.0006 per participant min

Advanced Firewall Control

No

No

Free

Cloud recording pricing

  • Voice: $1.49
  • SD: $5.99
  • HD: $5.99
  • Full HD: $13.49
  • 2K: $23.99
  • 2K+: $53.99
  • $4 per 1,000 minutes
  • $15 per 1,000 minutes, No limit on participants

RTMP pricing

  • H.264 Full HD Output Video: $15.99 per 1000 mins
  • H.265 HD Output Video: $19.99 per 1000 mins
  • H.265 Full HD Output Video: $39.99 per 1000 mins
  • $3.5 per 1,000 minutes
  • $15 per 1,000 minutes

ILS pricing

Aggregated resolution based per participant pricing

NA

  • $0.001 per participant minute (Also supports Full HD)

Storage pricing

Extra cost

  • $100 per month
  • $3 per 1000 minutes per month

Support comparison : Agora vs Zoom vs Video SDK

Agora
Zoom Video SDK
Video SDK

Support

Paid

No

Yes

Cost

  • Standard Plan: $1200/month
  • Premium Plan: $2900/month
  • Enterprise Plan: $4900/month
  • Plans upto $1900 per month

Free

Access to Testing

No

No

All paid accounts get access to testing support from Video SDK.

Access to TAM / CS Engineer

  • Premium plan: Access to CS engineer, Code Review
  • Enterprise plan: Everything in the Premium plan plus access to SA Engineer & Live Developer Consultation and Training.

No

Dedicated CS & Solution Engineers

SLAs

  • Standard Plan: P1 – 4 Business hours P2 – 16 business hours P3 – 24 business hours
  • Premium Plan: P1 – 3 hours(24/7) P2 – 8 business hours P3 – 16 business hours
  • Enterprise Plan: P1 – 2 hours (24/7) P2 – 5 business hours P3 – 9 business hours

No

Inexpensive SLA with 99.9% uptime

SUCCESS STORY

How MomentoStream increased user engagement into their live streaming platform with Video SDK

See why customers love Video SDK

Shilpa Jain-CEO & Co-Founder at Talk Your Heart Out
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“We switched from a major international player to Video SDK due to their responsiveness to feedback, superior product, and better service. They outshine bigger players in the market and have been excellent in resolving issues promptly.”

Shilpa Jain ,

CEO & Co-Founder at Talk Your Heart Out

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