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ClearConverse Cloud PBX vs Microsoft Teams
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.
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ClearConverse Cloud PBX combines hosted calling, routing, collaboration, and administrative controls. Its seat minimums and paid-only availability matter when evaluating plans.
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Teams covers messaging, calls, and meetings across platforms, with a free plan and business options that list expanded meeting and support features. Check the free meeting duration and participant limit against your group’s needs.
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| ClearConverse Cloud PBX | Microsoft Teams | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Essentials: $29 a month | Microsoft Teams Essentials: $4 a year |
| Plans published | 4 | 11 |
| Maker | ClearConverse Cloud PBX | Microsoft Teams |
| Website | clearconverse.com | microsoft.com |
| On business phone systems | #93 of 174 | #2 of 174 |
ClearConverse Cloud PBX: what it does well
- Unlimited extensions and multiple business numbers
- Custom and skill-based call routing
- CrystalQore combines calling and team tools
- Desktop and mobile apps included
- TLS 1.3 and AES-256 protections listed
What to know first
- No free plan or free trial
- Essentials and Professional require three seats
- Call Centers requires at least 10 seats
Microsoft Teams: what it does well
- Free use requires no subscription.
- Guests can join meetings without a Teams account.
- Free one-to-one calls have no time limit.
- Runs on web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
- Integrates with Microsoft 365 and more than 250 business apps.
What to know first
- Free group meetings last up to 60 minutes.
- Free group meetings allow up to 100 participants.
- Business plan prices are billed yearly.
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