Grasshopper vs RingCentral
Pricing last verified from each vendor's own site.
Verdict
Grasshopper: from $14/mo billed annually for 1 number. RingCentral: Core $20/user/mo paid annually ($30 monthly), Advanced $25 ($35).
- Consider Grasshopper if: You need a simple virtual number for one person or a tiny team.
- Consider RingCentral if: You need a full business phone system with video and integrations.
Factual summary
- Both are listed under Voice AI & Dialers.
- Lowest listed monthly price: Grasshopper $14, RingCentral $20 (plans and billing terms differ; check each vendor page).
- RingCentral lists channels Grasshopper does not: chat, video.
This is a factual comparison drawn from vendor sites, not a recommendation. Which fits depends on your channels, volume and budget.
| Grasshopper | RingCentral | |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | Virtual business phone number with calling, texting and voicemail on your existing mobile. | Cloud phone system with calling, SMS, meetings and an AI receptionist. |
| Starting price | From $14/mo | From $20/mo |
| Pricing details | Billed annually (saves over 20%): True Solo $14/mo ($168/yr, 1 number, 1 extension), Solo Plus $25/mo ($300/yr, 3 extensions), Small Business $55/mo ($660/yr, 4 users); extra numbers $9/mo; unlimited calling minutes; pricing subject to sales tax; 7-day money-back guarantee | Per user/mo paid annually: Core $20 ($30 monthly), Advanced $25 ($35 monthly); AI customer engagement bundles via sales; AI Receptionist from $39; free trial |
| Model | subscription | subscription |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Free plan | — | No |
| Channels | phone, sms | phone, sms, chat, video |
| Last verified | 2026-10-30 | 2026-10-29 |
FAQ
What is the difference between Grasshopper and RingCentral?
Grasshopper: from $14/mo billed annually for 1 number. RingCentral: Core $20/user/mo paid annually ($30 monthly), Advanced $25 ($35).
Which is cheaper, Grasshopper or RingCentral?
Grasshopper has the lower listed entry price ($14 vs $20 per month), but plan limits and billing terms differ.
When should I choose Grasshopper over RingCentral?
Consider Grasshopper if: You need a simple virtual number for one person or a tiny team. Consider RingCentral if: You need a full business phone system with video and integrations.
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