I've used guided meditation for the last 5 or so years and have found a lot of benefit from it. So, yes, I think it can confer the same benefits as regular meditation as you say. Also, to some extent, we have to learn how to meditate properly, so having a guide can definitely help you in the right direction.

That said, I also practice a certain amount of unguided meditation. But it's completely fine to use guided ones in my opinion!