Does the Jabra PanaCast 55 VBS work with Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Google Meet? Here's what it supports and how each one works. It works two ways: as an appliance that runs Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms or another platform on the device itself, or in USB mode connected to a laptop or room PC, so it works with any meeting app.
Compatibility at a glance
| Platform | Certified appliance | Works over USB | USB certified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Teams / Teams Rooms | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Zoom / Zoom Rooms | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Google Meet | Not certified | Yes | Not certified |
| Webex | Not certified | Yes | Not certified |
Based on Jabra's published compatibility. Certification can vary by firmware and configuration, so check the manufacturer's current list before a large rollout.
PanaCast 55 VBS with Microsoft Teams Rooms
Teams Rooms devices sign in with a dedicated room resource account and need a Teams Rooms license (Basic or Pro) assigned to that account. In USB mode the PanaCast 55 VBS works with regular Microsoft Teams on a laptop, with no room license. More on Microsoft Teams Rooms
PanaCast 55 VBS with Zoom Rooms
Zoom Rooms appliances need a Zoom Rooms license for the room. In USB mode the PanaCast 55 VBS works with regular Zoom on a laptop, with no room license. More on Zoom Rooms
PanaCast 55 VBS with any other app (BYOD)
Over USB the PanaCast 55 VBS is a standard camera, microphone and speaker, so it works with Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, GoTo and others, including Google Meet and Webex even though it isn't certified for them. More on BYOD rooms
Appliance or USB: which should you use?
Appliance mode gives the room a one-touch join button and no PC to maintain, but it ties the room to one main platform. USB mode lets anyone plug in a laptop and use whatever app the meeting is on. Many businesses run appliance mode for their main platform and use the BYOD/HDMI input for guests.
More PanaCast 55 VBS guides
- PanaCast 55 VBS buyer's guide: specs and price
- PanaCast 55 VBS: setup guide
- PanaCast 55 VBS: troubleshooting
- PanaCast 55 VBS: mounting and placement
- PanaCast 55 VBS: what room size it covers
- PanaCast 55 VBS: price and total room cost
- PanaCast 55 VBS: full specs
- PanaCast 55 VBS: alternatives compared
- All Jabra video bars compared
Related guides
- Jabra PanaCast 40 VBS with Teams, Zoom and Google Meet
- Cisco Board Pro 55 G2 with Teams, Zoom and Google Meet
- Jabra Engage 55 SE with Teams, Zoom and Google Meet
- Jabra Evolve2 55 with Teams, Zoom and Google Meet
- Jabra PanaCast 20 with Teams, Zoom and Google Meet
- Jabra PanaCast 50 with Teams, Zoom and Google Meet
Outfitting several rooms, or reselling? Get a volume quote or apply for wholesale pricing →
