According to a 2025 study, 95% of consumers say they regularly read product reviews as part of their shopping journey. Think about the last time you spent more than $100 on an online purchase. Did you use a recommendation from a friend? Did you buy the first listing you saw on Amazon, or did you read through the reviews first? When it comes to office equipment, having to submit expense reports or prove the value of a purchase makes it so that you’re even more conscious of the product you are buying.

In today’s hybrid work environment, video conferencing equipment is a more crucial office purchase than ever. At Owl Labs, we created the Meeting Owl, an all-in-one 360° smart video conferencing device. It was designed by two engineers from iRobot and helps remote team members feel like a part of the conversation rather than an afterthought or a voice on the phone.

The 4th generation of the Meeting Owl, the Meeting Owl 4+, can automatically focus on the person speaking, block out background noise, and show a panoramic view of the entire room. Our newest addition, the Meeting Owl 5 Pro, is an enterprise-grade device that creates a single-cable BYOD experience and includes built-in enterprise connectivity, making it easy to deploy, use, and scale.

To save you some trouble in your buying journey, we found 20 honest reviews of the Meeting Owl. Here, you can see for yourself what people thought, which teams benefit the most from the AV technology provided, and the product's best features.

20 Meeting Owl Reviews

"Super easy plug-and-play operation made for some very pleasant board meeting experiences. Excellent product. Highly recommended."

"It made such a big difference to our hybrid meetings - now everyone feels valued and included, even if they couldn't be present in person. Also did away with our need for microphones just to allow recording of meetings - so saves costs at every meeting."

“Our trainings will be hybrid for a long time. People have started to become more remote, so hybrid will now be an option if people can’t come to our training, which the Meeting Owl makes possible.” (Sandler Training)

"We recently integrated the Meeting Owl 3 into our team meetings, and the impact has been nothing short of transformative. As a hospital system, our meetings are often complex, involving multiple participants in various locations. The Meeting Owl 3 has streamlined this process, making our meetings more efficient and productive."

"The 360-degree camera and intelligent focus have significantly improved the clarity and engagement of our virtual meetings. Remote participants no longer feel disconnected, as the Owl smartly focuses on whoever is speaking, creating a more natural and inclusive environment."

It's incredibly user-friendly, and we keep a few simple instructions near the device to ensure it's always ready for use. Our staff loves it." (Northeast Wilderness Trust)

"The audio quality is exceptional, ensuring that every voice is heard clearly, even in larger rooms."

"We were up and running within minutes, and the integration with our existing video conferencing platforms was seamless. The Owl's ability to adapt to different room sizes and meeting formats has been particularly impressive."

"I plugged the Meeting Owl into my laptop, and it was simple to set up and use. I didn’t need any troubleshooting help, and it worked perfectly." (bioMérieux)

"Given the success we've experienced with the Meeting Owl 3, we are now planning to implement this technology across our entire hospital system. It has truly elevated the quality of our meetings, and we highly recommend it to any organization looking to enhance their communication and collaboration."

"Products work very well in a variety of room sizes and setups."

"It was a really great experience, and the panoramic and audio recognition aspects were seamless and enhanced the experience."

"We have had great success with Owl products. Both IT staff and users have complimented them."

“From unboxing and setting it up to using it in meetings, the Meeting Owl has been simple to use and smooth sailing. I’m the go-to person in the office if something breaks in a conference room, and I haven’t had a single person ask me how to use it.” (The Bainey Group)

"This is a game-changer for our organization's Zoom meeting. Now it makes those that are not in person feel as though they are present. These devices allow us to get everyone's input and not miss any important input. It is very helpful for those individuals who are soft spoken to be heard."

“When we acknowledged that meetings with the Meeting Owl were not only just as good, but that they're arguably vastly better in terms of the range of people who could attend and contribute, our ability to work well across our team and our organization was completely transformed.” (Ogilvy)

"The Owl has been a revolution for us. We need to do hybrid meetings on a regular basis and had tried everything, from group calls to Zoom and Teams meetings on a laptop. The online members always felt left out. But the Owl is amazing. The camera following the speakers is fantastic, the sound is also very good. We are very happy that we have made this investment to make our meetings more accessible for all members."

"Excellent coverage for video, the ability to follow speakers, and sound quality. Great for traveling to different meeting locations around the country, as it pairs seamlessly with MS Teams without the need for apps or multiple cords. It's truly plug-and-play. LOVE IT!"

Frequently asked questions

What are the key features of the Meeting Owl 4+?

The Meeting Owl 4+ delivers 4K Ultra HD 360° video with a 10 ft (3 m) capture radius and clear, full-room coverage. It includes 8 smart microphones and 360° speakers with an 18 ft (5.5 m) audio range, plus a simple plug-and-play setup. It can be used on its own or paired with other Owl devices to support larger spaces.

What upgraded features are included with the Meeting Owl 5 Pro?

The Meeting Owl 5 Pro takes hybrid collaboration to the next level with a single-cable, enterprise-ready BYOD experience that provides a seamless, simplified setup. It features native HDMI passthrough for easy content sharing without additional hardware, plus flexible wired or wireless pairing to easily scale coverage across larger rooms.

What makes the Meeting Owl different from other 360° cameras or conferencing devices?

The Meeting Owl goes beyond traditional 360° cameras by combining intelligent speaker tracking, a powerful microphone array, and immersive video in a single all-in-one device. It automatically highlights the active speaker and shifts the focus in real time, helping remote participants stay engaged and follow conversations naturally—just like they’re in the room.

Does the Meeting Owl support HDMI or Ethernet?

The Meeting Owl 5 Pro features HDMI output and built-in Ethernet for secure, scalable collaborations.

Which video conferencing platforms does the Meeting Owl support?

The Meeting Owl works seamlessly with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Slack, Skype, and multiple other tested platforms.

Can I pair two Meeting Owls together?

Meeting Owl devices can be paired using Owl Connect to expand audio and video coverage in larger spaces. You can connect two compatible Meeting Owl devices, with one acting as the Primary Owl connected to your computer and the other as a Secondary Owl that wirelessly extends the room’s pickup range.

Does the Meeting Owl need Wi-Fi?

The Owl does not need Wi-Fi to run meetings, but connectivity can be used for software updates and advanced features.