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CallHippo 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.

CallHippo

Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+3

Choose CallHippo for a business phone system with multiple numbers, routing, voicemail transcription and CRM connections. Starter is aimed at small businesses, while Professional and Ultimate add higher-tier calling and operational features. Look elsewhere if your calling needs fall outside the stated US and Canada limits or you need to keep using the service beyond Basic’s six-month free period without upgrading.

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iPBeX Cloud PBX

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.

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The facts

CallHippoiPBeX Cloud PBX
Free planYesNo
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, Extension, iPhone, Mac, Web, WindowsAndroid, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planStarter: $18 a monthBusiness Unlimited+: $10 a month
Plans published64
MakerNot publishediPBeX Cloud PBX
Websitecallhippo.comipbex.com
On business phone systems#9 of 174#136 of 174

CallHippo: what it does well

  • Works across Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, web and extension.
  • Includes an auto attendant, advanced call routing and voicemail transcription.
  • CRM integrations can sync contacts and log calls in both systems.
  • Starter includes 1,000 calling minutes in the US and Canada.
  • HIPAA Compliant setting can automatically erase data to limit retention.

What to know first

  • Basic is free only for the first six months after signup.
  • Starter includes 1,000 US/Canada calling minutes and 100 SMS.
  • Unlimited calling is limited to domestic US and Canada calls.
  • Unlimited calling excludes premium and toll-free numbers and may have fair-use limits.

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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