When choosing the right collaboration tool for your meeting spaces, understanding the differences between the Neat Board and Neat Board Pro is important. Both boards are designed to enhance video conferencing experiences, but they cater to different room sizes and offer varying features to meet specific needs. Let’s dive into the key distinctions between these two powerful devices and how the Neat Board Pro brings new upgrades to this device.
NEAT BOARD - OPTIMIZIED FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM SPACES
The Neat Board is ideal for small to medium-sized rooms, with a reach of up to 16 ft (5 meters). It features a sleek 4K capacitive touch display and is passive pen compatible, making it a perfect tool for interactive presentations and team collaboration.
Key Features:
- Reach: 16 ft / 5 m, making it suitable for small and medium spaces.
- Display: 4K capacitive touch with passive pen support.
- Platform: Based on the Generation 1 platform.
- Framing: Offers Adaptive group framing and Dynamic individual framing.
- Audio: Equipped with a 5-microphone array, featuring 3 sensor mics and beamforming technology for clearer sound.
- Speaker: Mono speaker system with dual opposite drivers for enhanced sound clarity.
- Connection: Offers 1 cable USB mode (bring your own device) with HDMI or USB-C connectivity for screen sharing.
- Mounting Options: The Neat Board offers fixed-height mounting, making it a straightforward choice for spaces with consistent requirements.
The Neat Board is a solid choice for environments where collaboration is key, but without the need for complex configurations.
NEAT BOARD PRO - DESIGNED FOR SMALL, MEDIUM, AND LARGE SPACES
The Neat Board Pro, on the other hand, steps up with features designed for more extensive use in larger rooms. It extends its reach to 33 ft (10 meters), offering enhanced audio and visual capabilities for larger group meetings.
Key Features:
- Reach: 33 ft / 10 m, suitable for small, medium, and large spaces.
- Display: 4K capacitive touch with active pen compatibility, making the experience more interactive with pressure sensitivity and an eraser function.
- Platform: Built on the Generation 2 platform, the Pro features a 2× 50MP sensor resolution, providing superior video quality.
- Field of View: Offers a flexible 70° - 113° field of view, ensuring everyone is captured clearly, no matter the room size.
- Framing & Focus: Includes Adaptive group framing, Dynamic individual framing, and Dynamic speaker focus, automatically adjusting to highlight the active speaker.
- Audio: With 5 tracking and sensor mics and a three-channel directional speaker system, it delivers premium sound. Dual opposite drivers and dual bass-reflex woofers further enhance the audio experience.
- Connection: Features 1 cable USB mode with USB-C and power delivery, HDMI or USB-C for screen sharing, and voice tracking for added clarity.
MOUNTING AND ACCESSIBILITY
One of the standout improvements with the Neat Board Pro is its adaptive mount and stand. The flexibility in height adjustment creates accessibility for various room setups, whether mounted on a wall or placed on a table stand. With this, the Neat Board Pro is more versatile, making it easier to tailor the device for different users and scenarios.
GEN 1 VS GEN 2: KEY UPGRADES FOR ENHANCED COLLABORATION
The key differences between the Generation 1 and Generation 2 platforms of the Neat Board and Neat Board Pro primarily revolve around enhanced performance and feature improvements. The Generation 1 platform, found in the Neat Board, provides excellent video and audio capabilities, but the Generation 2 platform of the Neat Board Pro significantly elevates the experience. With the Gen 2 platform, the Neat Board Pro boasts a 2× 50MP camera sensor resolution for clearer, more detailed visuals, and a wider field of view ranging from 70° to 113°, ensuring larger rooms are fully captured. Additionally, the Gen 2 platform introduces dynamic speaker focus, which automatically zooms in on the active speaker, making meetings more engaging. These upgrades in the Gen 2 platform make the Neat Board Pro a better fit for larger, more complex collaboration environments, where advanced framing, audio clarity, and immersive video quality are essential.
A GAME-CHANGING UPGRADE FOR LARGER, SMARTER COLLABORATION SPACES
The Neat Board Pro is an exciting upgrade for any organization looking to elevate their collaboration experience. With its extended reach of up to 33 feet, advanced 2× 50MP camera sensor resolution, and a three-channel directional speaker system, the Neat Board Pro is designed to deliver exceptional performance in larger spaces. Its dynamic speaker focus, adaptive group framing, and voice tracking ensure that every participant is seen and heard clearly, no matter the room size. Additionally, the new adaptive mounting options and active pen compatibility make the Neat Board Pro a more versatile and accessible solution, offering flexibility for different room setups and more interactive collaboration. These features, coupled with the improved Generation 2 platform, make the Neat Board Pro a cutting-edge tool that truly transforms how teams communicate and collaborate.
LEARN MORE: DETAILED COMPARISON OF NEAT BAR GEN 1 VS GEN 2
You can learn more about the differences between Neat's Generation 1 and Generation 2 platforms by checking out our detailed comparison of the Neat Bar Gen 1 vs Gen 2 in this blog post. It dives deeper into the upgrades and features that Neat has brought to their new generation of devices, helping you make the best choice for your collaboration spaces.
VIVO IS YOUR PARTNER FOR SEAMLESS COLLABORATION
At Vivo, we understand that choosing the right technology for your collaboration spaces is more than just picking the latest device—it's about finding a solution that fits seamlessly with the way your teams work. Whether you're considering the Neat Board or the Neat Board Pro, Vivo is here to guide you every step of the way. Our approach goes beyond simply providing hardware; we focus on delivering a fully integrated solution tailored to meet your unique business needs.
By partnering with Vivo, you gain access to:
- Expert Consultations: We take the time to understand your specific room requirements, whether it's a small huddle room or a large conference space, and recommend the best Neat solution for your environment.
- Effortless Setup: From hardware installation to full system integration, our team of certified professionals ensures that your Neat Board or Neat Board Pro is set up for success, allowing you to focus on what matters most—collaboration.
- Comprehensive Support: Our commitment to your success doesn’t end at installation. Through our Vivo Care services, we provide ongoing support, maintenance, and troubleshooting to keep your systems running smoothly as your business grows.
- Tailored Solutions: Need a customized setup? We specialize in designing unique A/V solutions, from advanced camera tracking to optimized acoustics, ensuring that every aspect of your conference room is tailored to enhance your team's productivity.
Ready to transform your meeting spaces with the latest in Neat technology? Contact Vivo today to schedule a consultation and explore how we can create a seamless collaboration environment tailored just for you.