Alternatives · Business Phones
Line2 alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Line2 alternative for most people is Grasshopper (3.0 GPA), second in our ranking of business phone systems. The best free one is Google Voice (2.4 GPA). The catch, in its listing's words: "Google Voice for personal Gmail accounts, US only."
Line2 compared with 5 alternatives: Sideline, Grasshopper, Google Voice, Quo and Ooma Office.
Line2 is a paid product, starting at $7.99 per month, billed yearly ($9.99 billed monthly). 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Line2This tool | From $7.99/mo | No | Web, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Sideline | From $14.49/mo | No | iOS, Android |
| Grasshopper | Free trial · from $14/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Google Voice | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Quo | Free trial · from $15/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Ooma Office | From $19.95/mo | No | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
Price against what you get
Line2 starts at $7.99 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Grasshopper, Quo and Ooma Office score higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Line2
Sideline
A second phone number app that runs on your carrier's network
- Sideline starts at $14.49 per month as labeled in the App Store (billing period not shown).
- Sideline lists no web app and Windows app, which Line2 has.
- Sideline does not cover transcription, which Line2 does.
Suits: Sellers and freelancers who want one separate number for strangers
Grasshopper
Virtual business number on your own phone, priced per account
- Grasshopper starts at $14 per month, billed annually.
- Grasshopper also lists a macOS app.
- Grasshopper lists no web app, which Line2 has.
- Grasshopper also covers shared inbox.
Suits: Solo founders who want a business number on their own phone
Google Voice
Google's phone number service for calls and texts on any device
- Google Voice starts at $10 per month for one user; team plans $10 per user / month plus Workspace.
- Google Voice has a free plan, which Line2 lacks.
- Google Voice lists no Windows app, which Line2 has.
Suits: Individuals in the US who want a free second number
Quo
Business phone app for calls and texts on shared team numbers
- Quo starts at $15 per user / month, billed annually ($19 billed monthly).
- Quo also lists a macOS app.
- Quo also covers shared inbox and AI support agent.
Suits: Small businesses that want a second number apart from personal phones
Ooma Office
Small business phone system with a virtual receptionist, no contract
- Ooma Office starts at $19.95 per user / month, no contract.
- Ooma Office also lists a macOS app and a browser extension.
- Ooma Office lists no web app, which Line2 has.
- Ooma Office also covers team chat and video calls.
Suits: Small offices that want desk phones without a long contract
Limits worth knowing in Line2
- Line2 now presents itself as a privacy second line; the site sends business users to eVoice, so team features such as queues and call routing are not listed.
- Service covers the US and Canada only.
- Business texting in the US needs carrier registration, and the site links 10DLC and toll-free SMS registration pages.
- The pricing page lists a single plan and no team or multi-user tier.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Line2?
The alternatives to Line2 in this directory are Sideline, Grasshopper, Google Voice, Quo and Ooma Office. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Line2.
Is there a free alternative to Line2?
Yes. Google Voice has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Line2 alternatives work on macOS?
The Line2 listing does not include a macOS app. Grasshopper, Quo and Ooma Office list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.