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3CX vs iPBeX Cloud PBX
Both stand on business phone systems. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan WebWindowsLinux+3
Visit 3CX Paid AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
iPBeX combines hosted voice, SMS, fax, routing, and portal controls with plans sized by extensions. Businesses should review the plan allowances and the limits on unlimited-call usage.
Visit iPBeX Cloud PBXThe facts
| 3CX | iPBeX Cloud PBX | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web, Windows, Linux, iPhone, Android, Mac | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Basic: $300 a year | Business Unlimited+: $10 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Maker | 3CX | iPBeX Cloud PBX |
| Website | 3cx.com | ipbex.com |
| On business phone systems | #1 of 171 | #133 of 171 |
3CX: what it does well
iPBeX Cloud PBX: what it does well
- Cloud PBX, VoIP, SMS, and fax
- Custom routing and auto attendant
- Cross-platform Cloud Portal
- Call recording downloads or email
- No contracts or commitments
What to know first
- No free plan
- Unlimited plans prohibit automated dialers
- SMS charges listed at 2¢ per message
- Plans require prepaid automatic payments
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