--- description: Review of GroupMe Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice New Zealand. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: GroupMe | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice NZ --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Team Communication Software](/directory/4594/team-communication/software) > [GroupMe](/software/402055/groupme) # GroupMe Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/402055/groupme Page: 1 / 6\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/402055/groupme?page=2) > GroupMe is a web-based team messaging application designed to help businesses facilitate group communication by enabling employees to send direct messages and share locations, pictures, files, and more. Key features include gallery view, like messages, custom emojis, and mute notifications. Teams using GroupMe can capture videos right from the app or upload old memories to share with friends and team members. The platform allows users to explore all photos that have been shared with every group they're in, tap the heart button to like messages, and mute messages during meetings. > > Verdict: Rated **4.4/5** by 112 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.4/5** | 112 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Microsoft - **Location**: Redmond, US - **Founded**: 1975 ## Commercial Context - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - Activity/News Feed - Alerts/Notifications - Calendar Management - Commenting/Notes - Contact Management - File Sharing - Mobile Access - Real-Time Chat - Single Sign On - Video Conferencing ## Support Options - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base ## Category - [Team Communication Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4594/team-communication/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Of course, I understand that is not the main course of action. which I mean, I don't have an issue with it. > > I used to for college and the club meeting dates. It's easy to use rather than making a Facebook page or group chat ----- ### "GroupMe is awesome" — 5.0/5 > **Angelika** | *31 May 2025* | Design | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: GroupMe is awesome to use to keep communication with employees. It's very simple to use and has a lot of different tools that you can use besides just chat. > > **Cons**: Nothing. I love GroupMe and i use it daily whether I'm chatting with my employees or training new people. > > My experience with GroupMe has been amazing to say the least. It's an awesome software to use whether I'm chatting with a group or making conference calls to go over business plans. it definitely is amazing to have. ----- ### "Good for creating or joining groups" — 3.0/5 > **Criselen** | *30 August 2025* | Apparel & Fashion | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: You can connect with people you know, find groups to join or create a group like myself from my child’s sports team > > **Cons**: It can give more personalized suggestions of groups by asking interests of the person or by having categories > > It is a good place to create a group chat without having to give out your phone number like in a message chat ----- ### "GroupMe Review" — 5.0/5 > **Ja'Michael** | *10 December 2025* | Real Estate | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: GroupMe is a simple, effective group messaging platform. It’s easy to set up chats, add members, and keep communication organized. Notifications are clear, and the app runs smoothly across devices. > > **Cons**: Lacks some of the more advanced features found in other messaging apps Media quality (photos/videos) can be compressed Search and message organization could be stronger > > GroupMe is a dependable, no-frills group messaging tool that keeps communication simple and organized. It’s great for teams, friend groups, or quick coordination without unnecessary complexity. ----- ### "GroupMe is for me" — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *3 November 2025* | Photography | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I have been using GroupMe for 15 years now. It has been used in my school and now we are using for a business. Great for multi person communication. > > **Cons**: I truthfully did not have any complaints about GroupMe. I never experienced anything that would deter me from using it. > > GroupMe is one of the best communication apps that I know of and I surely have tried others that did not amount up. ----- Page: 1 / 6\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/402055/groupme?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/402055/groupme) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data