FreePBX Alternatives

FreePBX is described as 'Web-based open source GUI (graphical user interface) that controls and manages Asterisk (PBX), an open source communication server' and is a IP PBX system in the social & communications category. There are more than 10 alternatives to FreePBX for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Mac, Windows, Android and iPhone apps. The best FreePBX alternative is Asterisk, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like FreePBX are 3CX, RingCentral, FreeSWITCH and Yate - Yet Another Telephony Engine.

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  1. Asterisk icon

    Asterisk

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    Asterisk is an open source framework for building communications applications. Asterisk turns an ordinary computer into a communications server. Asterisk powers IP PBX systems, VoIP gateways, conference servers and other custom solutions.

    31 Asterisk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Cygwin
    • Oracle Solaris
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    • This alternative is disputed. Asterisk is a legitimate FreePBX alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Asterisk is the most popular Mac & Linux alternative to FreePBX.

    • Asterisk is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to FreePBX.

    • Asterisk is Free and Open SourceFreePBX is also Free and Open Source
  2. 3CX icon

    3CX

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    The 3CX Phone System is the software-based private branch exchange (PBX) Phone system based on the SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) standard and enables extensions to make calls via the public switched telephone network (PSTN) or via Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services...

    32 3CX alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Microsoft Exchange Server
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Microsoft Office Suite
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    • 3CX is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android, iPhone, iPad, Android Tablet & Self-Hosted alternative to FreePBX.

    • 3CX is Freemium and ProprietaryFreePBX is Free and Open Source
  4. RingCentral icon

    RingCentral

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    Integrated cloud solution for business communication offering calls, video, messages, and fax. Provides scalable solutions, real-time chat, HD video conferencing, and robust security, serving 400,000+ customers in over 100 countries with renowned uptime and AI-powered interactions.

    108 RingCentral alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • UNIX Web Browser
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Desktop and web interface
     

    • RingCentral is the most popular SaaS alternative to FreePBX.

    • RingCentral is the most popular commercial alternative to FreePBX.

    • RingCentral is Paid and ProprietaryFreePBX is Free and Open Source
    • RingCentral is Privacy focusedFreePBX is not according to our users
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  6. FreeSWITCH icon

    FreeSWITCH

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    FreeSWITCH is a scalable open source cross-platform telephony platform designed to route and interconnect popular communication protocols using audio, video, text or any other form of media. It was created in 2006 to fill the void left by proprietary commercial solutions.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    FreePBX is a full turn key PBX with GUI. Freeswitch is just the switch and is more similar to Asterisk (what FreePBX runs on under the GUI).

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • FreeSWITCH is Free and Open SourceFreePBX is also Free and Open Source
  7. Yate - Yet Another Telephony Engine icon

    Yate - Yet Another Telephony Engine

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    Yate is a softswitch (concept of separating the network hardware from network software).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Mac
    • BSD
    • FreeBSD
    • Windows
     
  8. Wazo icon

    Wazo

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    Wazo is mainly an IPBX that provides communication services such audio, video, and instant messaging based on the use of standard network technologies such as the TCP/IP protocol. It is interoperable with most market telephony systems and gives users access to flexible and...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
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  10. CloudTalk.io icon

    CloudTalk.io

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    Cloud-based call center software offering over 50 advanced features for customer experience, rapid setup, centralized management, CRM and helpdesk integrations, compatibility with any device, real-time customer info, performance metrics, and no hardware required.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    CloudTalk Call History & Historical Reporting - View your team's call performance and all your historical call's data, and export reports for further analysis.
     
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    FusionPBX

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    FusionPBX is an open source FreeSWITCH GUI. FusionPBX can be used as a high available single or domain based multi-tenant PBX, carrier grade switch, call center server, fax server, voip server, voicemail server, conference server, voice application server, appliance framework...

    11 FusionPBX alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  12. Thirdlane Business Phone System icon

    Thirdlane Business Phone System

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    Thirdlane® Business Phone System stands as an advanced IP PBX and Unified Communications solution, designed for both on-premises and cloud deployment.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Thirdlane Business Phone System — Fast & Easy Deployment
     
  13. Elastix icon

    Elastix

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    More than a PBX, with Elastix you can communicate with your customers through voice, video and live chat from anywhere. Built-in video conferencing, website live chat and smartphone apps, ensure your agents remain productive through one unified mobile solution.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Linux
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  14. Kamailio icon

    Kamailio

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    Kamailio® (successor of former OpenSER and SER) is an open source SIP server released under GPL, able to handle thousands of call setups per second. Among features: asynchronous TCP, UDP and SCTP, secure communication via TLS for VoIP (voice, video); WebSocket support for...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  15. RingCentral Engage Digital icon

    RingCentral Engage Digital

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    Leading brands use RingCentral Engage Digital SaaS software applications to make it easier to manage their online customer service activities. Our clients enjoy lower operating costs while increasing customer satisfaction and improving brand equity.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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