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A virtual phone number gives your small business a big business feel, even if your company is only two people. Your small business can benefit from fantastic features such as virtual PBX, multiple extensions, custom mail boxes, configurable calling hours, and call hunting and forwarding. How does it work? Sign up for any of these services and you'll receive a virtual phone number that acts as a single point of access for your business, and you can have those calls forwarded to any number (or numbers) you choose. Configure your mail boxes, set up a greeting, and you're ready to go. No special equipment is necessary beyond the phones you already have. Check out the services we've reviewed and see which one is right for you. More questions? Check out our virtual phone FAQ.
Virtual Phone & Virtual Office Reviews & Prices
Updated 06-04-2013
| Service Name & Rating: | Annual Plan Price: | Free Trial: | Domestic Minutes: | Extensions: | Faxing: | Additional Minutes: | Bottom Line: |
 | $9.99/mo | 30-day free trial | 300/mo | Unlimited | Send & receive | 3.9¢ | Extra minutes, capable with iPhone apps, and simple setup and interface make this a top choice |
 | $9.95/mo | 30-day free trial | 300/mo | 2 | None | 5.9¢ | Good interface and a great value, includes teleconferencing, but only 2 extensions |
 | $8.29/mo | 30-day free trial | 300/mo | 10 | Send & receive | 4.9¢ | Integrated faxing and mobile apps make this a good choice, but it's a bit complex |
 | $12/mo | None | 6¢/min | Unlimited | Receive | 6¢ | Best for businesses who don't use a lot of minutes, this comprehensive service boasts unlimited extensions, integrated faxing, and a multitude of other features |
 | $9.95/mo | 15-day free trial | 300/mo | 10 | Send & receive | 5.9¢ | Service designed for 10 employees or less, includes faxing; it's not a beauty, but it's easy to use |
 | $8.95/mo with 1-year term | None | 100/mo | 10 | None | 5¢ | Best for small businesses with multiple offices, but service has some annoyances |
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