DialSheet vs. The Competition

See how DialSheet compares to Aircall, Close, RingCentral, PhoneBurner, CallHub, and other popular power dialers. Spoiler: We're free and open-source.

PlatformStarting PricePower DialerCRM IncludedOpen SourceSelf-HostDetails
DialSheet$0/userView →
Aircall$30/userLimitedCompare →
Close$49/userCompare →
RingCentral$20/userCompare →
PhoneBurner$149/userCompare →
CallHub$99/moLimitedCompare →
OrumCustomCompare →
Kixie$35/userLimitedCompare →

Detailed Comparisons

Aircall

Cloud-based call center software

$30-50/user/mo
Pros:
  • Modern UI
  • Good integrations
  • Call analytics
Cons:
  • Expensive for small teams
  • Limited CRM features
  • No self-hosting
Full Comparison

Close

Sales CRM with built-in calling

$49-149/user/mo
Pros:
  • Full CRM included
  • Email automation
  • Great for SMBs
Cons:
  • Expensive power dialer
  • Closed source
  • No flexibility
Full Comparison

RingCentral

Business phone system

$20-45/user/mo
Pros:
  • Enterprise features
  • Video conferencing
  • Large company
Cons:
  • No CRM
  • Complex setup
  • Expensive at scale
Full Comparison

PhoneBurner

Power dialer for sales teams

$149-169/user/mo
Pros:
  • Advanced power dialer
  • Good analytics
  • Proven platform
Cons:
  • Very expensive
  • Overkill for small teams
  • No self-hosting
Full Comparison

CallHub

Cloud call center software

$99+/mo
Pros:
  • SMS campaigns
  • Predictive dialer
  • Political campaigns
Cons:
  • Account-based pricing
  • Limited CRM
  • Not for startups
Full Comparison

Orum

AI-powered dialer

Custom pricing
Pros:
  • AI features
  • Enterprise focus
  • Advanced analytics
Cons:
  • Expensive
  • Long sales cycle
  • No transparent pricing
Full Comparison

Kixie

Sales engagement platform

$35-125/user/mo
Pros:
  • Chrome extension
  • CRM integrations
  • Local presence
Cons:
  • Mid-tier pricing
  • Limited features
  • Closed source
Full Comparison

Nextiva

Business communications

$26-56/user/mo
Pros:
  • Unified communications
  • Call center features
  • 24/7 support
Cons:
  • No CRM
  • Complex pricing
  • Enterprise focus
Full Comparison

Total Cost of Ownership (5 Users, 1 Year)

See the real cost difference when running a small sales team for a full year.

DialSheet

Setup:$0
Monthly:$0
Annual:$0*

Aircall

Setup:$0
Monthly:$150-250
Annual:$1,800-3,000

Close

Setup:$0
Monthly:$245-745
Annual:$2,940-8,940

PhoneBurner

Setup:$0
Monthly:$745-845
Annual:$8,940-10,140

* With DialSheet, you only pay Twilio for actual phone usage. For 5 users making 200 calls/day at 2 min average = ~$300-600/year vs $2,000-10,000/year with competitors.

Why Sales Teams Switch to DialSheet

💰

$0 Forever, Not a Trial

Unlike competitors offering 14-day trials, DialSheet is genuinely free forever. No credit card, no expiration, no upgrade pressure.

📈

Scale Without Paying More

Add unlimited users at no cost. Competitors charge $30-150 per additional user. We charge nothing.

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Open Source = Full Control

View the code, self-host, customize, and own your data. No other power dialer offers this level of transparency.

Same Features, Zero Cost

Get power dialing, CRM, call tracking, and analytics that match or beat paid alternatives.

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60 Second Setup

Other platforms require demos, contracts, and long implementations. Start calling in 60 seconds.

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No Vendor Lock-In

Use your own Twilio account. Export data anytime. Switch back if needed. Your infrastructure, your choice.

Common Questions

How can DialSheet be completely free when others charge $50-150/user/month?

We're open-source and community-driven. No sales team, no expensive offices, no VC pressure to maximize revenue. You bring your own Twilio account and only pay for actual phone usage, not software licensing.

Which competitor is DialSheet most similar to?

Feature-wise, we're most similar to Close (full CRM + power dialer) and PhoneBurner (advanced dialing). But unlike them, we're free, open-source, and self-hostable.

Can I migrate from Aircall/Close/PhoneBurner to DialSheet?

Yes! Export your data from your current platform (usually via CSV) and import into DialSheet. Most teams complete migration in under an hour.

What features does DialSheet lack compared to paid alternatives?

Currently: SMS campaigns (roadmap), AI call scoring (roadmap), advanced analytics dashboards (roadmap). But all core power dialer and CRM features are included.

Is DialSheet suitable for enterprise teams (50+ users)?

Absolutely! Since it's free and self-hostable, many large teams use DialSheet to save $50,000-150,000/year on dialer costs. Some companies even contribute features back to the project.

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