A Google Meet hardware license is a one-year, per-device subscription that lets a certified room device run Google Meet and be managed in the Google Admin console. You need one license per device, in addition to your Google Workspace subscription. Buy up to 10 directly in the Admin console if you bought Workspace from Google, or through a Google reseller for larger quantities or auto-renewal.
What the license covers
- The Meet software on the room device, with updates.
- Management of the device in the Admin console (settings, monitoring, calendar resource assignment).
- One device per license. The license is assigned automatically when a device is enrolled, and can be moved to another device.
The license does not include the hardware itself or your users' Workspace licenses.
How much does it cost?
Google sells the license as an annual subscription per device. Pricing depends on whether you buy from Google or a reseller and can change, so check the current price in your Admin console or with a reseller before budgeting. Additional licenses bought mid-term are prorated so all your licenses share one renewal date.
Hardware cost is separate. Meet-compatible video bars range from huddle-room devices to large-room systems; see best Google Meet hardware for picks and prices.
How to buy
Directly from Google (if you bought Workspace from Google):
- Sign in to the Google Admin console as a super admin.
- Go to Billing > Buy or upgrade.
- Open the Devices section and choose the Google Meet hardware license.
- Enter the quantity (up to 10) and complete checkout.
Licenses bought this way don't auto-renew, so set a reminder.
Through a reseller: recommended if you need more than 10 licenses, bought Workspace through a reseller, or want auto-renewal.
What happens if it expires?
If you don't renew, the subscription moves into a grace period, then is canceled. After that, devices are deprovisioned and their data is deleted. Renew before the end date to avoid re-enrolling rooms.
Is there a free trial?
Google's licensing pages don't list a standard trial for Meet hardware licenses. Ask your Google sales contact or reseller whether a trial or promotional license is available for your account.
Which devices use a Meet hardware license?
Certified Google Meet room devices, including Meet kits and video bars that run Meet natively, such as the Logitech Rally Bar, Poly Studio X52 and Neat Bar Gen 2 when set up in Meet mode. Check Google Meet certified hardware before you buy.
A USB camera like the Logitech MeetUp 2 used with a laptop joining Meet in a browser doesn't need a hardware license; the user's own Workspace account runs the meeting.
Setup steps after buying
- Buy the license and the device.
- Enroll the device into your organization in the Admin console. The license assigns automatically.
- Assign the device to a calendar resource for the room.
- Configure settings and updates. See Meet hardware setup and Meet hardware updates.
Older Series One and Chromebox kits are moving to end of support; see Meet hardware end of support.
Buying Meet hardware for several rooms? Get a quote for devices, and we'll help you plan licenses.
Related guides
- Google Meet Certified Hardware and Compatible Devices
- Google Meet Hardware End of Support and Android Transition
- Join Teams or Zoom from Google Meet hardware
- Google Meet hardware kits: ASUS, Lenovo, Logitech and more
- Google Meet hardware updates and release notes
- Google Meet Hardware: Devices, Licenses and Setup
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