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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (57.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.02 per minute
$30.00 1 User Per Month
Asterisk
Star Rating
(58)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.02 per minute
Browse all 2 pricing plansRingEX
Star Rating
(1,260)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (57.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$30.00 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that RingEX excels in user-friendliness, with many users finding it easy to navigate and set up features like call forwarding and voicemail greetings. This intuitive design is complemented by a well-designed admin portal, making it a strong choice for small businesses looking for straightforward solutions.
- Users say Asterisk stands out for its unmatched level of customization, allowing businesses to tailor the software to their specific telephony needs. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for organizations with unique operational requirements, as highlighted by users who appreciate the ability to automate processes through AGI scripts.
- Reviewers mention that RingEX provides excellent customer support, with users praising the responsiveness of both online and phone support. This level of assistance is crucial for businesses that may need help integrating multiple offices into the system, as noted by users who found the support team particularly helpful during setup.
- According to verified reviews, Asterisk's open-source nature and low cost make it an attractive option for budget-conscious businesses. Users appreciate the potential savings on licensing costs, which can be a significant advantage for companies looking to minimize expenses while still maintaining robust telephony capabilities.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while RingEX has a higher overall satisfaction score, Asterisk's strong performance in specific areas like conference calls and hold music indicates that it can still meet the needs of users who prioritize these features. This balance allows businesses to weigh their specific requirements against the strengths of each platform.
- Users report that RingEX's recent updates and features, such as effective missed call notifications via email, enhance the overall user experience. This proactive communication helps users stay connected and informed, which is a significant advantage for businesses that rely on timely communication.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Asterisk
Metered SIP Trunking
$0.02
per minute
Works well for businesses that may need more flexibility in their communications week to week.
- No set-up fees.
- Metered inbound and outbound local and long distance.
- Allows more dynamic call volume activity.
RingEX
Core
$30.00
1 User Per Month
A reliable, core phone system to get your business up and running
- Unlimited domestic calling
- SMS and MMS
- IVR
Free Trial
Asterisk
Free Trial is available
RingEX
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
45
8.8
1,046
Ease of Use
7.7
46
8.6
1,061
Ease of Setup
7.5
36
8.2
647
Ease of Admin
7.9
34
8.3
567
Quality of Support
8.3
38
8.0
949
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
27
8.3
557
Product Direction (% positive)
7.9
45
7.9
1,028
Features by Category
Documents
Not enough data
7.7
156
Not enough data
7.4
150
Not enough data
8.1
158
Agentic AI - Online Fax
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
8.8
13
Sending
Not enough data
9.1
173
Not enough data
9.1
171
Not enough data
8.9
159
Not enough data
9.2
162
Not enough data
8.9
165
Not enough data
9.1
166
Host Tools
Not enough data
8.5
76
Not enough data
8.7
81
Not enough data
9.0
91
Attendee Tools
Not enough data
8.7
85
Not enough data
8.9
85
Not enough data
8.1
68
Post-Event Tools
Not enough data
8.5
65
Not enough data
8.3
68
Integrations
Not enough data
8.1
59
Not enough data
8.4
66
Agentic AI - Webinar
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.5
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
Collaboration Tools
Not enough data
9.1
256
Not enough data
9.1
144
Not enough data
8.7
119
Not enough data
8.9
142
Not enough data
9.1
125
Meeting Coordination
Not enough data
8.8
245
Not enough data
9.1
238
Not enough data
8.9
226
Not enough data
9.1
148
Software Type
Not enough data
9.0
245
Not enough data
9.1
146
Not enough data
9.2
162
Agentic AI - Video Conferencing
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
8.8
15
Not enough data
8.7
15
Platform
Not enough data
8.2
204
Not enough data
9.0
237
Not enough data
8.7
222
Not enough data
9.1
232
Not enough data
8.7
221
Not enough data
8.6
213
Not enough data
8.8
220
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Workforce Management
Not enough data
8.8
221
Not enough data
8.6
215
Call Center Infrastructure (CCI)
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
9.2
24
Not enough data
9.0
24
Administrative
Not enough data
8.8
225
Not enough data
8.7
222
Basic Communication - Cloud PBX
Not enough data
8.9
57
Not enough data
8.9
56
Not enough data
9.1
55
Not enough data
8.2
54
Not enough data
9.1
56
Not enough data
8.8
55
Advanced Features - Cloud PBX
Not enough data
8.7
52
Not enough data
8.5
54
Not enough data
8.6
53
Not enough data
9.0
54
Platform Basics - VoIP Providers
Not enough data
8.4
91
Not enough data
9.0
99
Not enough data
8.4
88
Not enough data
8.3
90
Not enough data
8.0
85
Not enough data
8.1
83
Basic Communication
9.5
38
|
Verified
9.0
495
|
Verified
8.1
24
8.3
394
|
Verified
8.4
23
|
Verified
8.7
421
|
Verified
7.9
21
8.2
365
|
Verified
9.2
34
|
Verified
8.5
429
|
Verified
9.0
36
|
Verified
9.0
436
|
Verified
Agentic AI - VoIP Providers
Not enough data
8.0
56
Not enough data
8.2
56
Not enough data
8.1
56
Not enough data
8.0
54
Access
7.9
25
8.2
382
|
Verified
7.9
23
|
Verified
8.4
397
|
Verified
7.9
24
8.6
424
Advanced Features
9.1
35
|
Verified
8.3
444
9.0
32
|
Verified
8.4
406
|
Verified
9.0
33
|
Verified
9.1
463
|
Verified
Agentic AI - UCaaS Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Extensions
Not enough data
8.7
51
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
53
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Features
Not enough data
8.8
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
51
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
55
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
53
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
54
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
51
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Asterisk and RingEX are categorized as VoIP Providers and UCaaS Platforms
Unique Categories
Asterisk has no unique categories
RingEX is categorized as Online Fax, Webinar, Call Center Infrastructure (CCI), Video Conferencing, and Cloud PBX Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Asterisk
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
RingEX
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Telecommunications
29.4%
Information Technology and Services
21.6%
Computer Software
5.9%
Banking
5.9%
Facilities Services
3.9%
Other
33.3%
Computer Software
9.8%
Information Technology and Services
5.3%
Insurance
5.0%
Staffing and Recruiting
4.8%
Financial Services
4.7%
Other
70.3%
Discussions
Asterisk has no discussions with answers
What’s involved in setting up my RingCentral Office business phone system?
2 Comments
AG
For us it was really simple. The account manager actually did the setup over screen share and showed us how he was setting it up as he was going along. So...Read more
How much does RingCentral Office cost?
1 Comment
Official Response from RingEX
RingCentral Office offers simple, all-inclusive pricing with a predictable low monthly cost.
All editions include everything you need for your business,...Read more
Is there a free trial for RingCentral Office?
1 Comment
Official Response from RingEX
RingCentral Office comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, so there’s no risk in purchasing and trying it for your business. The phones can also be...Read more
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