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Comparing Neat Board, Neat Board 50, and Neat Board Pro: Which is Right for Your Meeting Spaces?

As the workplace continues to transform, Neat has designed three versatile, all-in-one video collaboration boards—Neat Board, Neat Board 50, and Neat Board Pro—each with unique features tailored for different room sizes and meeting needs. This guide will help you navigate these options and select the best fit for your organization, supported by expert insights from Call One and Hello Direct.

1. Neat Board

The Neat Board offers a 65” 4K display with passive pen support, ideal for small to medium-sized meeting spaces. With an optional wheeled floor stand, it can be easily moved between rooms without the need for permanent installations, giving users maximum flexibility.

Best for: Small meeting rooms requiring flexible, straightforward video collaboration without extensive setup.

2. Neat Board 50

With a 50” 4K display, the Neat Board 50 is designed for small to medium spaces needing a more interactive experience. It introduces USB-C power delivery for a single-cable BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) setup and comes with adaptive mounting options, including a mobile stand for easy room-to-room mobility.

Best for: Teams seeking interactive whiteboarding, high-quality video and audio, and a flexible setup that supports seamless movement across different spaces.

3. Neat Board Pro

Neat Board vs. Neat Board 50 vs. Neat Board Pro

The Neat Board Pro, with its 65” screen, is optimized for medium to large spaces, making it ideal for conference rooms or flexible work environments that require top-notch audio and video. Key upgrades include dual 50MP camera sensors, extended 33 ft (10m) microphone range, and adaptive mounting options. The Pro model includes an auxiliary RJ45 port for additional audio extensions, making it ideal for large meeting rooms with varying acoustics.

Best for: Large conference rooms or dynamic spaces needing high-performance video and audio, BYOD support, and maximum mobility and connectivity.

Enhanced Focus and Collaboration with Neat’s Key Features

Each Neat Board model is equipped with advanced features to enrich meeting experiences, ensuring smooth collaboration in any setting:

Neat Board vs. Neat Board 50 vs. Neat Board Pro
  • Neat Symmetry: Delivers an inclusive experience by framing each participant, regardless of their position or movement, and enhancing the focus on active speakers. This feature bridges the gap between in-room and remote participants by capturing expressions and gestures, creating a natural, free-flowing conversation.
  • Neat Boundary: Allows users to define the meeting space’s width and depth, preventing the camera from capturing anyone outside the designated frame. This feature is invaluable in open-plan or glass-walled spaces, maintaining focus on active participants only.
  • Neat Audio: Provides high-definition sound quality to ensure clear dialogue. Neat Audio includes a feature to prevent voices from overlapping or getting muffled, making it especially effective in large rooms or during dynamic discussions.
Neat Board vs. Neat Board 50 vs. Neat Board Pro

Key Upgrades with Neat Board Pro

The Neat Board Pro incorporates several advanced features based on feedback from users needing more extensive room coverage and higher video quality:

  • Improved Audio and Video Performance: Neat Board Pro’s dual 50MP camera sensors capture expansive views of the room and enable 8x hybrid zoom, with a 113° horizontal field of view to optimize framing and zoom capabilities. The microphone range, extended to 33 ft (10m), makes it well-suited for larger spaces where participants are dispersed across the room.
  • Flexible Mounting and Mobility: The Neat Board Pro comes with multiple mounting options, including an adaptive floor stand adjustable up to 10.9 inches (277mm) in height. This adjustability is ideal for both standing and seated users, supporting seamless transitions from collaborative discussions to interactive whiteboarding.
  • Enhanced BYOD Capabilities: Neat Board Pro’s single-cable USB-C connection offers a simplified setup that integrates audio and video functionality with DisplayPort Alt Mode for video output. Additionally, it can charge laptops or mobile devices up to 90W, an added convenience for longer meetings.
  • Dual-Screen Support: Equipped with HDMI output, the Neat Board Pro supports secondary display options, allowing participants to view content on multiple screens simultaneously. This dual-screen functionality makes the Pro model ideal for larger rooms where visibility from different angles is essential.
  • Environmental Sensors: The Pro model features built-in sensors to measure temperature, humidity, and air quality in real time. This supports organizations focused on maintaining optimal meeting environments to ensure participant comfort and productivity.
Neat Board vs. Neat Board 50 vs. Neat Board Pro

Ease of Setup and Mobility

Neat Boards are known for their simplicity. A single power cable is often all that’s needed to get started, making setup swift compared to traditional video conferencing systems. Optional wheeled stands are available for all models, enabling smooth movement across different meeting spaces without the need for permanent mounting, an asset for dynamic office environments.

Comparison Matrix: Neat Board vs. Neat Board 50 vs. Neat Board Pro

Feature

Neat Board

Neat Board 50

Neat Board Pro

Target Room Size

Small to Medium Spaces, 16ft / 5m reach

Small to Medium Spaces, 16ft / 5m reach

Small, Medium, and Large Spaces, 33ft / 10m reach

Starting Price

US $6,190

US $5,990

US $7,490

Platform Generation

1st Gen

2nd Gen

2nd Gen

Display

65″ 4K Capacitive Touch

50″ 4K Capacitive Touch

65″ 4K Capacitive Touch

Pen Support

Passive Pen

Active Pen

Active Pen

Camera Resolution

12MP sensor resolution

50MP sensor resolution

2x 50MP sensor resolution

Camera Field of View

120°

113°

70° – 113°

Camera Features

Adaptive Group Framing, Dynamic Individual Framing

Adaptive Group Framing, Dynamic Individual Framing, Dynamic Speaker Focus

Adaptive Group Framing, Dynamic Individual Framing, Dynamic Speaker Focus

Microphone Array

5 mics (3 sensor mics)

5 mics (5 sensor mics)

5 mics (5 tracking & sensor mics)

Audio Features

Beamforming

Beamforming, Voice Tracking

Beamforming, Voice Tracking

Speaker System

Mono (dual opposite drivers)

Mono (dual opposite drivers, dual passive radiators)

Three-channel directional (dual opposite drivers, dual bass-reflex woofers)

Connectivity

1 cable USB mode (BYOD), HDMI

1 cable USB mode (BYOD), USB-C with power delivery

1 cable USB mode (BYOD), USB-C with power delivery

Screen Sharing

HDMI

HDMI, USB-C

HDMI, USB-C

Second Screen Support

HDMI out

HDMI out

HDMI out

Mounting Options

Fixed height, Table stand, Wall mount, Floor stand

Fixed & adaptive height, Table stand, Wall mount, Adaptive mount, Adaptive stand

Fixed & adaptive height, Table stand, Wall mount, Adaptive mount, Adaptive stand

Marker

Passive

Active (pressure sensitive, eraser)

Active (pressure sensitive, eraser)

Neat Center Support

Yes

Yes

Yes

Auxiliary Port for Audio Extension (RJ45)

No

No

Yes

Platform Compatibility

Zoom, Microsoft Teams, other applications

Zoom, Microsoft Teams, other applications

Zoom, Microsoft Teams, other applications

Neat App Hub: Integrate Seamlessly with Essential Business Apps

Each model integrates with Neat App Hub, enabling access to a range of business applications, enhancing flexibility and functionality within your meeting spaces. IT teams can manage app access via Neat Pulse, adding a new dimension to your collaboration tools.

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Expert Guidance for Your Needs

Selecting the right Neat Board for your organization depends on your unique space and collaboration needs. For mid-market to enterprise support, reach out to Call One, Inc. For SMB-focused guidance, Hello Direct can provide a personalized consultation. Let them assist you in finding the right technology to enhance your hybrid work environment.