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Head-to-head · Virtual Phone Number Services

CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers vs KrispCall

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers #1 in Virtual Phone Number Services 9.2/10 From $6/mo · 14-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit CloudTalk

CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers leads on 0 checks, KrispCall on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreCloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers · 9.2/10
  • Free trialonly CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers
  • Most featuresCloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers · 3 of 3

CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers scores higher on our rubric for virtual phone number services: 9.2 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.

CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers is the better fit for businesses needing global numbers and call-center features. KrispCall is the better fit for teams needing multiple numbers and integrated calling tools.

  • CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers fits best

    Businesses needing global numbers and call-center features

  • KrispCall fits best

    Teams needing multiple numbers and integrated calling tools

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Side by side

Feature CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers 9.2/10 Visit ↗ KrispCall 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 8.4
Ranking #1 in Virtual Phone Number Services #7 in Virtual Phone Number Services
Best for Businesses needing global numbers and call-center features Teams needing multiple numbers and integrated calling tools
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price From $6/mo · 14-day trial $12/user/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial 14 days —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support Live chat, Email, Phone, Docs · 24/7 Email, Live chat, Phone · 24/7
Compliance SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001 GDPR, ISO 27001, HIPAA, SSO/SAML
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers 3/3 · KrispCall 0/3
SMS support ✓ (best) Not checked yet
International numbers ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Number porting ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Specs
Number types Not checked yet Not checked yet
Included numbers Not checked yet Not checked yet
Supported platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Numbers in 160+ countries across several number types
  • Routing, queues, IVR, recording, analytics and reporting
  • Available on web, desktop and mobile, with CRM and helpdesk integrations
  • Starter includes up to five users and one US, UK, or Canada number per user
  • Multi-level IVR, call routing, voicemail transcription, and analytics
  • Available across web, mobile, Chrome, and API, with 100+ integrations
Cons
  • Number availability and SMS support vary by country and number type
  • The $6 monthly starting price is per number; a subscription is also required
  • No free plan; the trial lasts 14 days
  • No free plan; the trial requires a card
  • Calling, messaging, numbers, and some add-ons may incur extra charges
  • Windows and macOS desktop apps are listed as coming soon
Our verdict

CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers gives businesses virtual numbers in more than 160 countries, with calling and call-center tools available through CloudTalk’s phone platform. It is aimed at teams that want a local presence for sales,…

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KrispCall is a cloud business phone and communication platform for startups, small businesses, sales and support teams, and larger organizations. It combines virtual local, mobile, and toll-free numbers with calling, SMS, MMS, voicemail,…

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  1. CloudTalk Virtual Phone NumbersVirtual Phone Number Services 9.2From $6/mo · 14-day trial
  2. KrispCallVirtual Phone Number Services 8.4Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers — where it wins

    • Numbers in 160+ countries across several number types
    • Routing, queues, IVR, recording, analytics and reporting
    • Available on web, desktop and mobile, with CRM and helpdesk integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Number availability and SMS support vary by country and number type
    • The $6 monthly starting price is per number; a subscription is also required
    • No free plan; the trial lasts 14 days
  • KrispCall — where it wins

    • Starter includes up to five users and one US, UK, or Canada number per user
    • Multi-level IVR, call routing, voicemail transcription, and analytics
    • Available across web, mobile, Chrome, and API, with 100+ integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; the trial requires a card
    • Calling, messaging, numbers, and some add-ons may incur extra charges
    • Windows and macOS desktop apps are listed as coming soon
  • CloudTalk Virtual Phone Numbers9.2/10 · From $6/mo · 14-day trial

    Global business numbers with call-center tools; number fees start at $6 per month, plus a subscription.

    Visit CloudTalkFull verdict →
  • KrispCall8.4/10 · Paid

    A multi-number business phone system with routing, messaging, and CRM integrations.

    Visit KrispCallFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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