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What is Google Chat?
From direct messages to group conversations, Google Chat helps teams and businesses collaborate fluidly and efficiently from anywhere. Securely connect with anyone you work with, and take group work to the next level with shared chat, files and tasks.
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86 Likeliness to Recommend
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94 Plan to Renew
84 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
Emotional Footprint Overview
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+92 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love Google Chat?
Pros
- Acts with Integrity
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
- Efficient Service
How to read the Emotional Footprint
The Net Emotional Footprint measures high-level user sentiment towards particular product offerings. It aggregates emotional response ratings for various dimensions of the vendor-client relationship and product effectiveness, creating a powerful indicator of overall user feeling toward the vendor and product.
While purchasing decisions shouldn't be based on emotion, it's valuable to know what kind of emotional response the vendor you're considering elicits from their users.
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Notifications
File Sharing Collaboration
Search
Document Collaboration
Integration With Productivity Tools
Granular Access Management
Cross Platform Support
Vendor Capability Ratings
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Usability and Intuitiveness
Business Value Created
Ease of IT Administration
Quality of Features
Ease of Data Integration
Availability and Quality of Training
Ease of Customization
Breadth of Features
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Vendor Support
Google Chat Reviews
Michael C.
- Role: Sales Marketing
- Industry: Education
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Nov 2024
Simple and intuitive interface
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Chat from other similar products?
Google Chat is easy to set up and requires minimal configuration.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
- Google Chat supports group chats, making it easy to communicate with multiple people at once. - Google Chat allows users to share files and collaborate on documents. - Google Chat supports two-factor authentication for added security.
What do you dislike most about this product?
- Google Chat can be prone to glitches and bugs, which can disrupt conversations and cause frustration. - Vulnerability to phishing - Limited support
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Recommend using
Pros
- Client Friendly Policies
- Helps Innovate
- Performance Enhancing
- Enables Productivity

Avesh K.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Telecommunications
- Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Submitted Nov 2024
A User-Friendly Choice for Teams
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Chat from other similar products?
Google Chat is different because it works well with other Google tools like Docs, Sheets, and Calendar. This means teams can chat, share files, and set up meetings all in one place, which is super convenient if you already use Google Workspace. It鈥檚 simple and keeps everything you need right at your fingertips.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
My favorite part about Google Chat is how easily it connects with other Google tools like Google Drive, Docs, and Calendar. I can share documents, set up meetings, and access files directly in the chat without needing to jump between different apps. Having everything in one place really simplifies teamwork and saves a lot of time, making it easier for everyone to stay on the same page and work together smoothly.
What do you dislike most about this product?
I don鈥檛 like is that Google Chat doesn鈥檛 work well with some apps that aren鈥檛 part of Google. It would be really helpful if it could connect better with other tools we use outside of Google.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
If you want a simple chat app that鈥檚 easy to use and works well with Google tools, Google Chat is a good choice. But if you need extra features like managing tasks or tracking projects, you might want to check out other options.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
Arthur V.
- Role: Operations
- Industry: Other
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Nov 2024
Fantastic product
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Google Chat from other similar products?
Google integration: Seamlessly connects with other Google products like Drive, Calendar, and Meet, making it convenient for workflow.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
its ease of use, seamless integration with other Google Workspace products, and accessibility across devices as major strengths, but some criticize its lack of advanced features compared to competitors
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Accessibility: Available on multiple platforms, including mobile and desktop, with consistent experience. Free to use: Included with a Google account, making it a cost-effective option.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
- Trustworthy