In 2025, hybrid meetings are no longer just a necessity — they’re a critical part of how businesses operate, collaborate, and grow. But while the shift to remote and hybrid work has accelerated, the meeting experience hasn’t always kept up.
Many businesses still rely on video conferencing setups that are fragmented, difficult to use, or limited in capability. Poor camera angles, inconsistent audio, and clunky collaboration tools can make virtual meetings feel disconnected and unproductive.
That’s where Neat stands out.
Neat offers a range of meeting room devices designed to make video conferencing feel more natural, interactive, and human — especially in hybrid work environments. With products like the Neat Board, Neat delivers all-in-one simplicity with powerful tools for collaboration, communication, and connection.
In this blog, we break down what makes Neat different, compare it to alternatives like Owl Labs and Logitech Rally Bar, and explain why it could be the best choice for your meeting spaces in 2025.
Explore the full range of Neat solutions: https://neat.no
Why Meeting Room Technology Needs to Be More Human
Hybrid work is here to stay, but many video conferencing setups still feel like a patchwork of hardware and software — not a smooth, engaging experience.
To bridge the gap between in-person and virtual meetings, your technology needs to:
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Provide clear, high-quality video and audio
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Support natural interaction and movement
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Enable real-time collaboration through touch, annotation, and whiteboarding
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Be simple to use for all team members, not just IT
Neat’s meeting room devices are built with this vision in mind, combining beautifully minimal hardware with intuitive functionality and deep integration with platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
What Is the Neat Board?
The Neat Board is Neat’s flagship all-in-one meeting room device, combining:
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A 65-inch multi-touch display
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Integrated 4K wide-angle camera with automatic framing
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Built-in directional microphone array and powerful speakers
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Digital whiteboarding and annotation tools
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Certified compatibility with Zoom and Microsoft Teams
This single device replaces the need for separate displays, cameras, whiteboards, and computers — making setup easier and reducing clutter in your meeting rooms.
Neat vs. Owl Labs vs. Logitech Rally Bar
Choosing between Neat, Owl Labs, and Logitech Rally Bar depends on your space, meeting style, and collaboration needs. Here’s how they compare:
All-in-One Simplicity
Neat Board: Combines display, camera, microphone, speakers, compute, and collaboration tools into one device — designed to work out of the box.
Owl Labs Meeting Owl: Requires an external display and PC. Focused on its 360° camera and audio capture.
Logitech Rally Bar: Modular system. Requires you to choose a display, controller (e.g., Logitech Tap), and compute solution. More customizable, but more complex.
Verdict: Neat wins on simplicity — perfect for SMBs who want professional meeting experiences without complicated AV builds.
Touchscreen Collaboration
Neat Board includes a digital whiteboard and annotation features, letting teams sketch ideas, highlight content, and collaborate visually in real time.
Owl Labs and Logitech Rally Bar don’t include touchscreens or whiteboarding capabilities. You’ll need separate devices (e.g., Jamboard, Surface Hub) for that.
Verdict: Neat provides built-in visual collaboration, making it ideal for brainstorming sessions, hybrid workshops, and client presentations.
Camera & Audio Experience
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Neat: 4K wide-angle camera with automatic framing and Neat Center AI, which dynamically tracks who’s speaking to create a more natural flow of conversation.
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Owl Labs: 360° panoramic camera and microphones. Great for small roundtable meetings but lacks intelligent framing.
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Logitech Rally Bar: Excellent optics and beamforming microphones, especially in large spaces. Lacks integrated collaboration features.
Verdict: Neat offers the best balance of smart camera behavior and room-appropriate design, especially for mid-size rooms and hybrid setups.
Explore Neat Center: https://neat.no/center
Design and Aesthetics
Neat devices are known for their Scandinavian design — clean, minimal, and modern. They’re built to blend seamlessly into executive boardrooms and stylish office spaces.
Owl Labs: Designed for functionality — great for internal team huddles, but not visually suited for formal spaces.
Logitech Rally Bar: Professional and modular, but more utilitarian in appearance.
Verdict: If aesthetics matter — for executive meetings, client-facing rooms, or modern spaces — Neat stands apart.
Platform Integration
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Neat: Fully certified and optimized for Zoom and Microsoft Teams, offering native experiences without the need for third-party control systems.
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Logitech: Also Zoom/Teams certified, supports a wide range of platforms with modular control.
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Owl Labs: Platform-agnostic, works with most services but lacks deep Zoom/Teams integration.
Verdict: Neat is purpose-built for the most widely used platforms, simplifying the user experience and improving reliability.
Price and Total Value
| Device | Approx. Price | Inclusions |
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| Neat Board | ~$6,000+ | Display, compute, camera, audio, whiteboarding |
| Owl Labs Pro | ~$1,000–$1,300 | Audio/video only; needs display & PC |
| Logitech Rally Bar | ~$3,000–$4,000 | Audio/video; needs display, PC, and control accessories |
When considering total cost (hardware + time to deploy + collaboration needs), Neat may deliver greater value, especially in hybrid-ready rooms.
When Is Neat the Right Fit?
Neat is ideal for businesses that:
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Use Zoom or Microsoft Teams as their primary platform
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Need simple, high-quality meeting room solutions
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Want built-in whiteboarding and collaboration tools
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Value sleek, modern design in shared spaces
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Require intelligent video framing and high-performance audio
- Seamless bug free experiences that enhance human connection
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Executive and client-facing boardrooms
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Hybrid team collaboration rooms
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Creative and marketing teams
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Professional services firms with high meeting volume
Neat Makes Meetings Feel Human Again
Video meetings aren’t just about seeing and hearing — they’re about connecting. Whether you’re pitching to a client, planning a strategy, or holding a hybrid team brainstorm, the right technology should fade into the background and support natural interaction.
Neat meeting room technology does just that. With intelligent cameras, built-in collaboration tools, and stunning design, Neat helps businesses run more effective meetings — and build stronger, more human relationships — no matter where their people are located.
If you're ready to simplify your video conferencing experience and elevate your hybrid meetings, we can help you assess, deploy, and support the right Neat solution for your business.
