Overview

Features & Capabilities

Skype for Business (formerly Lync 2013) for iOS extends Lync and Skype to your mobile device with voice and video, presence, instant messaging, conferencing, and one-click access to meetings.

Key features include group IM or video, meeting initiation and joining, simultaneous content sharing and speaker view, attendee controls, quick access to upcoming meetings, and contact search. It uses Active Directory authentication for enhanced security. Note: a valid Skype for Business/Lync license and server connectivity (Office 365 / Lync Online / Skype for Business Server) are required, and some features may vary by country or deployment; iOS 8.0+ is required.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Microsoft Corporation
Rating:
4.30
(16,253)
3 ratings
Version:
6.34.119 Last updated: 2025-06-10
Version code:
875442397
Creation date:
2013-03-12
Compatible devices:
Size:
80.11MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-08-12
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Developed by:
Microsoft Corporation
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skype-for-business/id605841731
Website:
http://www.microsoft.com/lync

User Reviews

Reviewers largely report major reliability problems with Skype for Business on iOS: frequent sign-in failures, connection outages, and messages stating 'Skype is experiencing issues,' making it hard to reach colleagues. Push notifications are often missing or delayed, and many users experience glitches, missing messages, or calls dropping. A minority still praise the app as excellent or fantastic when it works and note it can be a useful tool for quick business communication. Overall, the dominant sentiment is that stability, consistent performance, and better cross‑platform support are serious drawbacks.
Pros
  • Several reviewers describe the app as excellent or fantastic and usable for work when functioning.
  • When it works, the app provides solid audio and enables quick business communication.
  • It serves as a useful tool for workplace messaging and coordination on mobile.
  • Some users report good performance and find it helpful for fast staff contact.
Cons
  • Frequent sign-in/login failures and long sign-on times, with reports like 'Skype is experiencing issues' and consistent unreliability.
  • Push notifications are unreliable or stop working after updates, causing missed alerts.
  • General instability: glitches, missed messages, and calls dropping, leading to 'unusable' conditions.
  • Cross-platform issues and an outdated feel, including macOS login problems and poorer experience compared with the regular Skype app.
Recent reviews
This is such an old app even tho I love it for a lot of stuff it’s just REALLY REALLY OLD
by Ka*****, 2026-07-15

i thought Skype was discontinued????
by hu*****, 2025-10-12
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