Does the Neat Board 50 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 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Webex | Not certified | Yes | Not certified |
Based on Neat's published compatibility. Certification can vary by firmware and configuration, so check the manufacturer's current list before a large rollout.
Board 50 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 Board 50 works with regular Microsoft Teams on a laptop, with no room license. More on Microsoft Teams Rooms
Board 50 with Zoom Rooms
Zoom Rooms appliances need a Zoom Rooms license for the room. In USB mode the Board 50 works with regular Zoom on a laptop, with no room license. More on Zoom Rooms
Board 50 with Google Meet
Google Meet room hardware is enrolled in the Google Workspace admin console and needs a Google Meet hardware license. In USB mode the Board 50 works with regular Google Meet on a laptop, with no room license. More on Google Meet
Board 50 with any other app (BYOD)
Over USB the Board 50 is a standard camera, microphone and speaker, so it works with Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, GoTo and others, including Webex even though it isn't certified for it. 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 Board 50 guides
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- Board 50: what room size it covers
- Board 50: price and total room cost
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