GroupMe

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Cloud-based group chat application

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Value for Money
4.7/5
Features
4.1/5
Ease of Use
4.4/5
Customer Support
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Daisy
Daisy
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  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

GroupMe Review

Reviewed on 2022/02/10

Pros

I love that many people can join a conversation on GroupMe. I am able to see the conversation that my colleagues are having to improve or community expectations.

Cons

I dislike that GroupMe notifies the people in the group about everything. If you change your picture, it will notify the group. If you delete a message, it will also notify the group.

Josh
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  • Industry: Retail
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Value for Money
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Community Focused

Reviewed on 2024/08/09

Overall, my experiences been great. It helps me stay organized with the different groups and helps...

Overall, my experiences been great. It helps me stay organized with the different groups and helps us communicate better and create better community.

Pros

It’s easy to differentiate between different chats and I love that you can have different topics within each chat!

Cons

If I had to pick one thing I didn’t like about GroupMe it’s that topics notify everybody in the whole GroupMe instead of just the people in that topic

Alternatives Considered

Volley and Snapchat

Reasons for Switching to GroupMe

GroupMe address the issues that we were facing as far as communication goes and didn’t have a bunch of other bells and whistles, and we like that it was so straightforward giving us exactly what we needed for our community
Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 1.0 /10

Awkward to use. There are better options

Reviewed on 2024/07/29

There are better options out there. I am forced to use this for one of my gigs.

There are better options out there. I am forced to use this for one of my gigs.

Pros

ease to set up and ability to add users. access on computer as well as mobile

Cons

no file sharing, no calendaring, no ability to have "topics" or "threads", difficult to navigate stream of messages and no search

Sarah
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  • Industry: Events Services
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
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  • Value for Money
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  • Likelihood to recommend 3.0 /10

Group me - easy and convenient

Reviewed on 2024/11/08

I use group me in my business to connect groups and arrange meet ups for young entrepreneurs in my...

I use group me in my business to connect groups and arrange meet ups for young entrepreneurs in my area. I find it easy and convenient to use.

Pros

I enjoy the ability to connect a group of people easily and safely together in a convenient way.

Cons

I do not like that the users have to download the app before you can add them.

Matt
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  • Industry: Sports
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

GroupMe for team communication

Reviewed on 2023/08/26

Group Me has been super smooth. All the parents quickly get use to the functionality and communicate...

Group Me has been super smooth. All the parents quickly get use to the functionality and communicate effectively during the season.

Pros

Having every parents picture and name is so much smoother than a group text with random numbers in it.

Cons

The web based app doesn’t always work when adding numbers. Copying and pasting numbers from a list to the app is cumbersome.

Alternatives Considered

TeamSnap

Reasons for Choosing GroupMe

Easier to use

Switched From

TeamSnap

Reasons for Switching to GroupMe

Group Me was more commonly used. Better dialogue between parents.
Jon
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  • Industry: Religious Institutions
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 3.0 /10

Hey Microsoft....over here....this app needs work.

Reviewed on 2024/09/01

I appreciate that the app helps our group stay in communication. However if I felt there was...

I appreciate that the app helps our group stay in communication. However if I felt there was another free app with minor advertising, I would switch in a heartbeat. I REALLY wish microsoft would put just a little work into making this a better app.

Pros

It is a decent group communication app.
Helps keep 75-100 members of our group notified and reminded of activities.
Can upload photos and flyers.
Works decently if everyone has the app downloaded.
It really could be a dominating app in this segment if it would get some serious attention from the developers.
It is free.

Cons

Microsoft owns GroupMe and has not done significant improvements in YEARS.
SO many random bugs. Constant issues adding members, erc.
If you or members of the group don't have the app downloaded, messages can be spotty.
Even in locked group, spammers find their way in and have to be kicked.
Cannot lock hours of sharing. (late night messages from group can be annoying.)
No schedule send messages.
It would be nice to just have a quick way to respond individually instead of spamming the whole group.

Bob
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  • Industry: Religious Institutions
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 1.0 /10

Not Great — Almost Nothing That Distinguishes It From Other Messaging Apps

Reviewed on 2024/11/22

GroupMe is an OK experience. It’s less intuitive than Apple Messages. For me, it’s just one more of...

GroupMe is an OK experience. It’s less intuitive than Apple Messages. For me, it’s just one more of too many ways to communicate. Some in our organization just ignore it.

Pros

Easier to add folks to groups and works better across platforms than Apple Messages.

Cons

Tacky, cartoony emojis; less straightforward usage than Messages. And it’s a Microsoft product.

Anna
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  • Industry: 2128
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Perfect for Scouts

Reviewed on 2024/10/14

We use it for our Scout pack, it's great when we are coordinating meetings or campouts!

We use it for our Scout pack, it's great when we are coordinating meetings or campouts!

Pros

I love that it texts you when someone sends a message to your group chat. I like that you can privately message people in your chat without having to give over your #.

Cons

Sometimes if you private message someone from a group it doesn't alert them all the time. Messages can go unread.

Chastity
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  • Industry: Construction
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

A must have for you and your crew

Reviewed on 2024/11/03

I still use this on a daily basis to communicate privately with my team

I still use this on a daily basis to communicate privately with my team

Pros

I liked the way the software/app was so interactive

Cons

Really, nothing that I disliked about this app

Ricardo
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  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Value for Money
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  • Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10

Good for basic communication, lacks end to end encryption

Reviewed on 2024/10/22

I have used GroupMe with some church groups and it is great for communicating with others about...

I have used GroupMe with some church groups and it is great for communicating with others about events, however once any mission trips were involved to other countries we no longer could depend on the app due to lack or encryption.

Pros

GroupMe has a really good user interface and is good for communicating with large groups

Cons

No end to end encryption. If you are wanting to keep your communication private this is not the app.

Nathan
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  • Industry: Alternative Medicine
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Great messaging app

Reviewed on 2024/08/08

Pros

Easy to use. Easy to customize and secure so you don’t have to give your phone number to everyone.

Cons

Honestly this is a pretty flawless program no issues.

Ashley
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  • Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Wonderful for professional communication

Reviewed on 2024/06/05

Pros

In our organization GroupMe has met a need for communication that we did not have before. It is more simple than emailing a question and the response can be directly replied to. This saves time and provides a clearer way of communicating amongst our leaders.

Cons

We haven't experienced too many cons about this app, truthfully. We've really enjoyed it so far!

Tara
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  • Industry: Real Estate
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

GROUPME IS A GREAT TOOL FOR COMMUNICATIONS

Reviewed on 2024/01/19

I USE THIS APP ON A DAILY BASIS AND IT IS A WONDERFUL TOOL TO KEEP OUR TEAM IN CONTACT.

I USE THIS APP ON A DAILY BASIS AND IT IS A WONDERFUL TOOL TO KEEP OUR TEAM IN CONTACT.

Pros

EASY TO USE AND KEEP IN CONTACT WITH TEAM MEMBERS

Cons

I DO NOT HAVE ANYTHING BAD TO SAY ABOUT THE APP.

Rachel
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  • Industry: Apparel & Fashion
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Great For Contacting Many At Once And Handling Business As A Group

Reviewed on 2023/06/16

Pros

This is an amazing way for everyone to be on the same page sharing and conversing at the same time. So much can be shared through this app!

Cons

Sometimes it's difficult to get in and navigate the actual account for each person.

Donae
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  • Industry: Writing & Editing
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Group me is my go to for group meetings!

Reviewed on 2022/11/28

Group me is a wonderful software or have. I have used it for many years to form groups that I...

Group me is a wonderful software or have. I have used it for many years to form groups that I continuously meet with weekly. The software enabled me to still be in touch with group members daily and to also be notified whenever I have received a group message. Great software to use!

Pros

I like the ability to meet with groups effectively and still be able to have conversations with them continuously. I also like that I was able to have all my different groups together in one place for me to access without having to do that on my phone.

Cons

It was a bit difficult trying to join groups that have added me but once I was able to figure it out, it got better.

Laura
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  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Easy Contact with Students

Reviewed on 2022/02/04

I do like that I can use the app or pull it up on the computer for whichever is easier for me. I...

I do like that I can use the app or pull it up on the computer for whichever is easier for me. I use it both personally and with my students. Always easy to add or delete people from a chat I start.

Pros

This software allows me to get my students' phone numbers and communicate with all of them without them having my personal phone number. I can keep in touch with all of them without the hassles of differences in phone manufacturers. It also stores photos, so I can go back and get them later.

Cons

Sometimes the notifications turn off without me knowing it and I've missed a few messages that way. Doesn't allow for video chats, so I have to use another app for that.

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Hospital & Health Care
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1-5 months
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  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10

Turn off notifications on your secondary platforms

Reviewed on 2022/07/21

Pros

Overall, it’s the whole package. Chats work well. Adding people or making new groups is a seamless process whether on wifi or data. Can handle photos and links well enough.

Cons

I wish notifications would clear across all devices associated with an account. There can be very very active group chats, and seeing notifications pile up on unopened devices even though you keep up with your main device is quite annoying.

Dania
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  • Industry: Online Media
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Value for Money
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

My experience with Group Me

Reviewed on 2021/12/17

Not very happy, it is a good product, but there are too many bugs and constantly have to reinstall...

Not very happy, it is a good product, but there are too many bugs and constantly have to reinstall when adding people. This has happened to many of us. Having to reinstall an app to be able tp connect with someone is not a good experience.

Pros

That you are allowed to communicate fast with a group.

Cons

That it is not user friendly very difficult to set up and create or edit groups. It is a real pain.

Shayla
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  • Industry: Religious Institutions
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Softball team/ Women's Bible study

Reviewed on 2022/05/24

Great! Easy to use and communicate

Great! Easy to use and communicate

Pros

It was very versatile as to who I wanted to create a group for. This could be done to communicate with anyone!

Cons

I don't have any negative thoughts about this software

Billy
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 1.0 /10

GroupMe is in the past

Reviewed on 2022/03/08

I don’t like it & am glad we moved to Prospr.

I don’t like it & am glad we moved to Prospr.

Pros

I like the communication piece & the ability to “like” comments. Also individual messaging.

Cons

No way of sharing large documents easily. No bulletin board separate from groups.

Lindsey
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  • Industry: Retail
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Favorite Group Chat

Reviewed on 2022/08/23

Have used for years and plan on doing so for the next 8 years! Wonderful experience using this...

Have used for years and plan on doing so for the next 8 years! Wonderful experience using this software.

Pros

I have been using this for years with my sons baseball teams. We could not live without it!
Easy to navigate and use for important messages regarding the team!

Cons

There is nothing I do not like about this software!

Warren
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  • Industry: Food & Beverages
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Ease of Use
  • Customer Support
  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Great free option for teams to communicate

Reviewed on 2022/06/02

Pros

the best part of groupme was that it was free compared to other team chat apps. However, it didn't have any other features to manage my business like task management, work order tracking, and scheduling

Cons

Customer support was almost non existent which made sense since this was a free app.

Annie
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  • Industry: Luxury Goods & Jewelry
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Perfect for group conversations!

Reviewed on 2021/10/26

I am able to keep in touch with large groups of people, whether it be for church, friendship,...

I am able to keep in touch with large groups of people, whether it be for church, friendship, business, or parties. Being able to throw get together and have polls easily planned through the app is also a must for me.

Pros

I love that anyone can use GroupMe, no matter where they live and what type of phone they have. It makes the process of messaging seamless, especially for messages with a lot of people in it. I also love that you can like messages, send out invites that people can interact with, and keep track of people in the group as well as set messages to do not disturb.

Cons

The only thing I don't like about groupme is that you have to download the app to use it properly. I have no issue with this, but some people who. aren't tech-savvy have trouble with this aspect of the product.

Bryce
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  • Industry: Civil Engineering
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

The First but Not the Only Option

Reviewed on 2021/10/15

I used GroupMe for many years, however there was a general shift away from this application and...

I used GroupMe for many years, however there was a general shift away from this application and towards Telegram for messaging between peers. I still have both and use both. I am constantly using these different software's for different settings.

Pros

GroupMe was Quickly established as the first publicly embraced mass group messaging application. It still holds that wide range of recognition and acknowledgement

Cons

While it was the first, there since have become many other Applications used by different groups in different settings. GroupMe now must compete with the PC interface of Telegram and the wifi calling functionality of WhatsApp.

Oleksiy
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  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Great for school classes, MDO, Day Care classes etc

Reviewed on 2022/05/24

Pros

Easy to use, can make posts to a public chat or sent private messages. Can add pictures and videos, add avatar.

Cons

Lack of smiles (emoji). Sometimes I don't get notification until I open app.