BigBlueButton — Video Conferencing (Open Source)

BigBlueButton is an open-source Video Conferencing solution from BigBlueButton Inc. Compare it against 7 other Video Conferencing tools on FreeSoftwareX — by features, licensing and price — and request a quote or demo free in 2026.

What is BigBlueButton?

BigBlueButton is open source — its source code is publicly available and free to use, modify and self-host, usually with an active community and no licensing fees. It is categorised under Video Conferencing and published by BigBlueButton Inc. Buyers typically evaluate BigBlueButton when they need a dependable Video Conferencing option and want to weigh the trade-offs between free, open-source and paid tools before committing.

BigBlueButton alternatives

If BigBlueButton isn't the right fit, compare these Video Conferencing alternatives side by side:

Cisco WebexGaleneGoogle MeetJitsi MeetMiroTalk (P2P/SFU/C2C)ZoomplugNmeet

Frequently asked questions

Is BigBlueButton free?
Yes. BigBlueButton is open source and free to use, with no purchase cost for the core product.
What are the best BigBlueButton alternatives?
Popular Video Conferencing alternatives to BigBlueButton include Cisco Webex, Galene, Google Meet, Jitsi Meet. See the full list of Video Conferencing on FreeSoftwareX.
What type of software is BigBlueButton?
BigBlueButton is an open-source Video Conferencing tool developed by BigBlueButton Inc.

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