Phoner

Freemium#30 of 33 in Softphone Software

Phoner: A practical choice for second numbers, temporary use, calling, and messaging. Ranked #30 of 33 in Softphone Software by our editors (5.5/10); pricing: Free plan · 3-day trial; best for temporary numbers and messaging.

5.5/10★★★☆☆Editor score

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At a glance

• Editor score
  5.5 / 10
• Pricing
  Free plan · 3-day trial
• Best for
  Temporary numbers and messaging
• Free plan
  Yes
• Mobile app
  Yes
• Facts checked
  21 Sep 2026

• Where it wins

  • Supports second, multiple, local, international, and temporary numbers
  • Combines domestic and international calling with SMS and MMS
  • Includes call recording, forwarding, lookup, and voicemail customization

• Where it doesn't

  • SIP support and integrations are a weaker fit for business phone systems
  • Browser access focuses on messaging rather than documented browser calling
  • Recurring subscriptions and in-app purchases add pricing complexity

Our verdict on Phoner

Phoner provides additional phone numbers for private calling, texting, and business communication. It supports local and international numbers, domestic and international calls, SMS and MMS, temporary or disposable numbers, call recording, forwarding, caller-number lookup, voicemail customization, and web access. Mobile apps are available for iOS and Android. The product is aimed at privacy-sensitive personal use, online marketplaces, dating, registrations, and small-business communications where separating a primary number is useful.

Its pricing structure centers on a freemium model with a free plan and a three-day free trial. The recurring options are Second Phone Number Monthly, which provides a recurring second phone number subscription, and Alternate Number Monthly, which provides a recurring alternate phone number subscription. The listed starting price is 9.99, and the service also offers in-app credits and other purchases. Buyers should compare the subscription type and any credit needs with how often they expect to call or message.

Phoner’s strongest fit is a user who needs an extra number without changing mobile carriers, particularly for temporary communication, SMS/MMS, or separating personal and business conversations. Its feature set is broader than a basic texting number because it includes recording, forwarding, lookup, and international calling. However, organizations seeking SIP support or integrations should choose a different softphone option. Web access is available, while the product’s documented strengths remain second numbers and messaging across mobile and web rather than a full business phone-system ecosystem.

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Alternatives to Phoner

• LinphoneA versatile free softphone for SIP calling across desktop, mobile, and web platforms.9.1
• ZoiperA broad, SIP-focused softphone with strong platform coverage and flexible licensing.8.8
• PhonerLiteA Windows-only SIP softphone with recording, encryption, scripting, and Whisper transcription.8.3

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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