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Campfire vs Google Meet: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Campfire and Google Meet. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Campfire starts at Custom pricing and Google Meet starts at $4.9/mo. Compare all 5 pricing tiers side by side.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026
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Campfire vs Google Meet: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureCampfireGoogle Meet
Starting PriceCustom pricing$4.9/mo
Number of Plans14
Free TierYesNo
Pricing Modelflatfreemium
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Campfire and Google Meet are both priced at Custom pricing, making them equally accessible Communication tools. Together they offer 5 pricing plans with 55 features compared, so the best choice comes down to which features match your needs.

Campfire stands out with a free plan for getting started. Campfire uses flat pricing while Google Meet uses freemium pricing, which may affect your total cost at scale.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Communication needs.

Pricing Plans
Campfire
Campfire
Try it free
Google Meet
Google Meet
Try it free
Tier 1
Campfire
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Easy installation (8-minute video)
  • Free updates to any 1.x version
  • It’s open source (you get the code)
Start with Campfire
Business Starter
$5/month
Includes
  • 30 GB pooled storage per user**
  • Secure custom business email, you@your-company.com
  • Get started with AIGemini AI assistant in GmailChat with AI in the Gemini app
  • Get started with AI
  • Gemini AI assistant in Gmail
  • Chat with AI in the Gemini app
  • 100 participant video meetings
  • Google Vids AI-powered video creator and editor
  • Security and management controls
  • Standard Support
Start with Business Starter
Tier 2
—
Business StandardPopular
$10/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 2 TB pooled storage per user**
  • Secure custom business email, you@your-company.com
  • Unlock the full power of AIGemini AI assistant in Gmail, Docs, Meet, and moreChat with AI in the Gemini app with expanded access to models and featuresNotebookLM with expanded access to features
  • Unlock the full power of AI
  • Gemini AI assistant in Gmail, Docs, Meet, and more
  • Chat with AI in the Gemini app with expanded access to models and features
  • NotebookLM with expanded access to features
  • 150 participant video meetings + recording, noise cancellation
  • eSignature with Docs and PDFs
  • Appointment booking pages
  • Google Vids AI-powered video creator and editor
  • Email layouts and mail merge
  • Security and management controls
  • Standard Support***
Start with Business Standard
Tier 3
—
Business Plus
$15/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 5 TB pooled storage per user**
  • Secure custom business email, eDiscovery, retention
  • Unlock the full power of AIGemini AI assistant in Gmail, Docs, Meet, and moreChat with AI in the Gemini app with expanded access to models and featuresNotebookLM with expanded access to features
  • Unlock the full power of AI
  • Gemini AI assistant in Gmail, Docs, Meet, and more
  • Chat with AI in the Gemini app with expanded access to models and features
  • NotebookLM with expanded access to features
  • 500 participant video meetings + recording, attendance tracking, noise cancellation
  • eSignature with Docs and PDFs
  • Appointment booking pages
  • Google Vids AI-powered video creator and editor
  • Email layouts and mail merge
  • Enhanced security and management controls, including Vault and advanced endpoint management
  • Standard Support***
Start with Business Plus
Tier 4
—
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • 5 TB pooled storage per user**
  • Secure custom business email, eDiscovery, retention
  • Unlock the full power of AIGemini AI assistant in Gmail, Docs, Meet, and moreChat with AI in the Gemini app with expanded access to models and featuresNotebookLM with expanded access to features
  • Unlock the full power of AI
  • Gemini AI assistant in Gmail, Docs, Meet, and more
  • Chat with AI in the Gemini app with expanded access to models and features
  • NotebookLM with expanded access to features
  • 1000 participant video meetings + recording, attendance tracking, noise cancellation, in-domain live streaming
  • eSignature with Docs and PDFs
  • Appointment booking pages
  • Google Vids AI-powered video creator and editor
  • Email layouts and mail merge
  • Advanced security, management, and compliance controls, including Vault, DLP, data regions, and enterprise endpoint management
  • Enhanced Support***
Start with Enterprise

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Campfire

Self-hosted group chat by 37signals with one-time purchase

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Google Meet

Free video conferencing by Google for meetings and calls

View all Google Meet plans

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Campfire if:

  • •You need a free plan with Easy installation (8-minute video), Free updates to any 1.x version—Campfire offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • •You prioritize Campfire's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • •You need predictable billing — Campfire's flat model avoids surprise overages

Choose Google Meet if:

  • •You need 4 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • •You want more features built-in—Google Meet offers 49 additional features across its plans
  • •Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—Google Meet offers negotiated terms for large deployments

Campfire offers a free plan [1], eliminating the cost barrier for evaluation, while Google Meet requires paid subscription from the start. This gives Campfire a significant advantage for teams with budget constraints or extended trial periods. Once you outgrow Campfire's free tier, upgrading to a paid plan at approximately Custom pricing provides substantial additional functionality. Compare this pricing path against Google Meet's tiering starting at $4.9/mo to assess total cost of ownership over 12 months. Campfire's 1 tier provide flexibility at different budgets, while Google Meet's 4 tiers structure may force you into higher-cost plans than necessary for your use case. If evaluation cost matters to your decision, Campfire is the obvious starting point with zero financial commitment. Use the free tier to validate core functionality before committing to paid plans from either tool.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Campfire vs Google Meet

How many pricing plans does Campfire have vs Google Meet?
Campfire offers 1 pricing plan, while Google Meet offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Campfire or Google Meet offer a free plan?
Campfire offers a free plan, while Google Meet does not. If budget is a concern, Campfire lets you get started at no cost.
What is the most popular Google Meet plan?
The Business Standard plan is Google Meet's most popular tier, priced at $9.8/mo. Key features include 2 TB pooled storage per user**, Secure custom business email, you@your-company.com, Unlock the full power of AIGemini AI assistant in Gmail, Docs, Meet, and moreChat with AI in the Gemini app with expanded access to models and featuresNotebookLM with expanded access to features.
Does Campfire or Google Meet offer custom enterprise pricing?
Google Meet offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Campfire lists all its pricing publicly.
What pricing models do Campfire and Google Meet use?
Campfire uses a flat pricing model, while Google Meet uses freemium pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.
How do Campfire and Google Meet compare for Communication?
Both Campfire and Google Meet are Communication tools. Campfire offers 1 plan starting at Custom pricing, while Google Meet offers 4 plans starting at $4.9/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Communication needs.

Sources

  1. Campfire Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page
  2. Google Meet Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page

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