About the calling apps you can use on Cafetalk
For lessons on Cafetalk, you can use three calling apps: Cafetalk's original app Lattep, Google Meet, and Zoom. Please choose the one that best fits your lesson style.
How to start a Lattep lesson: When it's time for your lesson, click the "Start Lattep" button on the Cafetalk request page to join the call. There's no need to download any app in advance to use Lattep.
Read more about how to use LattepGoogle Meet
Google Meet is a video conferencing app that allows you to make video calls, voice calls, and send messages to your friends and family.
If you'd like to do a test call, please feel free to reach out to our support team via the chat box.
Zoom
How to start a Zoom lesson: When it's time for your lesson, "Start Zoom" button on the Cafetalk request page to join the call. If you're using a mobile device like a smartphone or tablet, you need to download the Zoom app in advance and log in on the day of the lesson.
Skype
Skype is scheduled to terminate its services at the end of April 2025.
Call App Feature Comparison
Features |
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Free Plan Duration | 23 ore | 40 minuti | 3 Hours |
Screen Sharing | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ |
Virtual Background | ◯ | ◯ | × |
Chat | ◯ | ◯ | ◯ |
Chat History Saving | × | Depending on the host's (tutor's) settings it's possible to save it | ◯ |
White Board | × | ◯ | × |
Noise canceling | Paid plan: Yes Free plan: No |
◯ | × |
Recording | × | ◯ | × |
Avator | ◯ | ◯ | × |
Tile View | ◯ | ◯ | × |
File Sending | × | ◯ | ◯ |
Display Name During Call | Google Account Name (Can be changed each time if not logged in) | Zoom Account Name (Can be changed each time if not logged in) | Cafetalk User Name |