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Self-hosted alternatives to 8x8

The 8x8 listing does not say it can be self-hosted. 4 of the 77 other business phone systems in this directory can be self-hosted, according to their own sites.

8x8's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 3 of them are free or have a free plan.

4 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

How each one differs from 8x8

  1. FusionPBX

    Open-source multi-tenant PBX built on FreeSWITCH

    • FusionPBX has a free plan. 8x8 does not.
    • Only 8x8 lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • FusionPBX is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • FusionPBX also covers transcription and online fax.
    FusionPBX pricing and details

  2. FreePBX

    Open-source web interface for managing an Asterisk phone system

    • FreePBX has a free plan. 8x8 does not.
    • Only 8x8 lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • FreePBX is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • 8x8 also covers team chat, video calls and business texting.
    FreePBX pricing and details

  3. Vodia

    Multi-tenant PBX platform for businesses and service providers

    • Only 8x8 lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Vodia is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • 8x8 also covers team chat, video calls and business texting.
    Vodia pricing and details

  4. VitalPBX

    Asterisk-based PBX you install on your own server or VPS

    • VitalPBX has a free plan. 8x8 does not.
    • Only 8x8 lists a macOS app.
    • VitalPBX is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • VitalPBX can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    VitalPBX pricing and details

Common questions

Is there a self-hosted alternative to 8x8?

Yes. FusionPBX, FreePBX, Vodia and VitalPBX can be self-hosted, according to their own sites.

Can 8x8 be self-hosted?

The 8x8 listing does not say it can be self-hosted. The listing was checked on Oct 17, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these business phone systems are free?

FusionPBX, FreePBX and VitalPBX are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to 8x8: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.