Web conferencing has become the preferred method for remote teams to collaborate and conduct business. But the cost of web conferencing tools can be prohibitive. For that reason, many start-ups, entrepreneurs, and freelancers use free web conferencing tools to host and participate in online meetings.

Free web conferencing software sometimes lacks the features that paid programs offer, or they only offer limited trial periods. These limitations can still be worth it, depending on your circumstances.

To save you the hassle of finding the best free video conferencing solution, here's a list of five great tools.

Dialpad is a handy web conferencing tool that allows you to hold video conferences. The free plan also includes some great features, such as call recording, voice transcription, hold music, screen sharing, and up to 10 participants per call. (The paid version allows up to 100 participants.)