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What is Sonetel?

Experience seamless communication with a free app that combines global phone numbers, customer chat, and team collaboration. You can obtain a local number from virtually any country or city, enhancing trust with visitors to your website, which can potentially boost sales. If you utilize our chat feature on your site, you can secure this service at no cost; otherwise, subscriptions begin at just $1.79 per month. Incoming calls can be answered for free through our innovative apps or redirected anywhere in the world for the same price as a local call. By supporting globalization and entrepreneurship, we aim to contribute positively to the world by equipping business owners in distant regions with tools that bridge gaps and create equality. Currently, around 160,000 out of the 170 countries that joined have transitioned to paying customers, showcasing the demand for effective communication solutions worldwide. Our mission is to continue fostering connections that empower individuals and businesses alike.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$0
Price Overview:
Customer service, live chat and team communication functions are free. 1 phone number can be obtained free (with limitations) if you also use the free live chat widget. Otherwise virtual numbers worldwide start from $1.79 per month. Call forwarding worldwide costs like a local call.
Free Version:
Free Version available.
Free Trial Offered?:
Yes

Integrations

Offers API?:
Yes, Sonetel provides an API

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Sonetel
Date Founded:
2005
Company Location:
Sweden
Company Website:
sonetel.com
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Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
iPhone
iPad
Android
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Video Library
Support
Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
Chinese (Simplified)
English
French
German
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
Swedish

Sonetel Categories and Features

Telephony Software

Auto-Dialer
Call Center Management
Call Monitoring
Contact Management
IVR / Voice Recognition
Inbound Reporting
Outbound Reporting
Predictive Dialer
Telemarketing Management
VoIP
Voice & Data Integration

Team Communication Software

Activity / News Feed
Audio Calls
Calendar Management
Chat / Messaging
Discussion Threads
File Sharing
Mobile Access
Push Notifications
Search
Surveys & Feedback
Task Management
Video Conferencing

Team Chat Software

End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling

SIP Trunk Provider

Automatic Fail-over Routing
Call Data Records
Caller ID
Disaster Recovery
International Numbers
Multiple DID Options
PSTN Forwarding
Toll-Free Numbers
e911

Live Chat Software

Canned Responses
Customizable Branding
Geo Targeting
Offline Form
Proactive Chat
Screen Sharing
Third Party Integration
Transfers / Routing
Website Visitor Tracking

Business Phone Systems

Call Logging
Call Monitoring
Call Recording
Call Routing
Employee Directory
IVR / Voice Recognition
Mobile Access
Virtual Call Center
Web Conferencing
  • Reviewer Name: Doron B.
    Position: Owner
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Excellent product, competitively priced, great service

    Date: Jan 27 2022
    Summary

    Very satisfied, product works great, excellent support service. I highly recommend this to anyone who needs an international call forwarding service.

    Positive

    Ease of obtaining a virtual phone number anywhere.
    Call forwarding works great.
    Good pricing.
    Excellent service and support, rapid reaction and very helpful.

    Negative

    There are no Cons, I'm very satisfied with Sonetel.

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  • Reviewer Name: Val S.
    Position: Admin
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Customer service and support

    Updated: Dec 11 2022
    Summary

    Very good.
    I hope that I will be able to use the system smoothly. There is still some work to do and I am on the learning curve.

    Positive

    I am happy the initial problems are behind us now, by the care and communication skills of the customer service team.
    Very prompt in addressing the issues and asking for feedback.

    Negative

    None for the initial setup.
    I am experiencing problems with the interface on both the desktop and phone (the PHONE button is missing and several other minor issues). But it may be due to my lack of experience. I will talk first with your tech support team to sort out the issues. And in the end they might not be negatives after all.

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  • Reviewer Name: SAMUEL O.
    Position: Digital Marketer
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Sonetel

    Date: Nov 08 2022
    Summary

    My experience with Sonetel is that of a friendly, efficient and effective service that is second to none.

    Positive

    -The support system of Sonetel quickly responds to issues
    -Sonetel offers services with effective KYC to avoid criminal usage of their services.
    -Sonetel offers comprehensive written and video guides to their customers

    Negative

    I am yet to find a fault in their service since I started using their phone number.

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  • Reviewer Name: William G.
    Position: Principal
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Consistently good customer service

    Date: Feb 11 2022
    Summary

    Even when I have issues, they make it works and/or educate me when I need help. I have been using Sonetel for 7+ years and although I sometimes try other providers, I always come back to Sonetel.

    Positive

    In no certain order: 1.) It just works; 2.) very reasonable costs; 3.) when there are issues, the customer service is prompt, consistent, and they actually make an effort to help. (this is a little bit rare in today's society)

    Negative

    The mobile phone apps are still "quirky". Sometimes the old Sonetel app works better than the Sonetel 2 app (like when downloading address books).

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  • Reviewer Name: Ved C.
    Position: Managing Director
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Fantastic customer service

    Date: Sep 16 2022
    Summary

    Great experience. I interacted with Yash and Eshwar from customer service team. They were very helpful and prompt in their response. Very impressive. Would recommend this product.

    Positive

    The product works as described, no false promises.
    Customer service issues resolved promptly.
    Identity verification and Number activation done immediately.

    Negative

    Number used during trial period was removed in 5 days without prior intimation. A warning message or prior intimation to purchase before deactivation would have been useful.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Engineer
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Excellent Service

    Updated: Jun 03 2022
    Summary

    Good experience using the Sonetel virtual sim card. Very convenient in getting new sim card and using it extensively.

    Positive

    Ease of getting new cell line online.
    Quick address to online queries, so the support is good and fast.

    Negative

    Nothing significant cons observed with current usage.

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  • Reviewer Name: Alyse Z.
    Position: Owner
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Very responsive customer service

    Date: Nov 17 2022
    Summary

    Overall an excellent experience purchasing and setting up, no complaints. Keep up the great customer service!

    Positive

    - customer service is amazing, very responsive and helpful
    - prices are fair, I like that it accepts Paypal
    - seems to do what it advertises, I mainly need it for the SMS capabilities and it works perfectly so far

    Negative

    - a little confusing to learn how to use at first, the website feels like it's missing some guides or something but I was still able to figure it out. If I wasn't able to figure it out on my own, I'm confident the CS would have been able to help anyway.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Unemployed
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Sonetel International call service review

    Date: Jan 03 2022
    Summary

    It was excellent experience using Sonetel service. Everything is fine. I am able to receive international incoming calls.

    Positive

    The call service agent response was excellent. The service is easy to use. I am able to receive incoming international calls.

    Negative

    Nothing, everything is perfect, prices are reasonable.

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  • Reviewer Name: Arockia P.
    Position: Consultant
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Easy Access

    Date: Nov 03 2022
    Summary

    Good experience.

    Positive

    Process to get a virtual number is very easy. Calls get forwarded to your mobile number. Desktop app supports free call.

    Negative

    Sonetel mobile app does not support free calls yet. Only desktop app supports free calls.

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  • Reviewer Name: Iris M.
    Position: User
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    A true case of pros and cons

    Date: Apr 20 2022
    Summary

    It is a good service, reasonably priced. The individual service engineer with whom i finally made contact and who was finally able to assist me, was excellent. But your overall service leaves a great deal to be desired. You came very close to losing me as a customer, which would have been a shame, because i am generally happy with having this calling option. It is a big asset for me.

    Positive

    Having a phone number in the states from which i can initiate and receive calls is a major plus for me. The calls are usually clear, good quality. and when you can get hold of a person when you need service, they are accommodating, patient and helpful. (thank you, Shazia!) the pricing is also reasonable.

    Negative

    The general service is less than adequate. First, you did something to your system that caused me to have to reset my password.... then made it frustratingly impossible for me to actually do it. And your shortage of service staff resulted in my being without my line for a long time.

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  • Reviewer Name: LM T.
    Position: Coordinator
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Using Sonetel to Run a Small Business

    Date: Nov 24 2022
    Summary

    Overall, I would recommend Sonetel. The service is great for anyone living around the world, even though the company is in Scandanavia and we are in North America. Seamless.

    Positive

    Simple, low cost, great customer services with live agents who are well trained. We really have no complaints with the toll free number and the business numbers.

    Negative

    Sometimes changing things on our numbers and plans are not super easy to understand.

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  • Reviewer Name: Malik Waqar A.
    Position: CEO
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Best Second Virtual Number To Maintain Your Business

    Date: Nov 19 2022
    Summary

    Superb class 2nd virtual number for any business with huge option to select any country number.
    Extension for support and sales or any department is great choice along with many other options.

    Positive

    Super fast service.
    Helping staff.
    Free trial number and option to keep it as your permanent number.

    Negative

    Any easy interface Android/iOS app to handle incoming and outgoing calls/sms.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Product Manager
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Yearly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Superb service

    Updated: Jun 08 2022
    Summary

    Sonetel is the best! I have been using the service for the past 4 years and it meet my needs. I will recommend this service to anyone at any time

    Positive

    Sonetel has flexible payment system tailored to your needs. The voice service is clear and very audible. The support team are very responsive and the entry process of getting a virtual SIM is simple and easy as long as you have all documents ready.

    Negative

    Not at all. The premium subscription seems to be very expensive for me hence the choice for a yearly plan whilst recharging my wallet at will.

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  • Reviewer Name: RACHID E.
    Position: Bag selling
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Amazing service

    Date: Nov 26 2022
    Summary

    See above.

    Positive

    What i really like the most is the call transfer to my actual number with no need for internet and no need to install an app on my phone.

    Negative

    As i'm a new user of this service, I don't have a long experience to know what is not expected as a bad experience.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: IT Consultant
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Good solution and great service

    Updated: Nov 09 2022
    Summary

    Great online service with good adaptations that provide both telephone and customer service solutions in the same place.

    Positive

    With its ingenious integration with customer support towards my own website and Facebook, solutions are very suitable for my use. Even with my old Grandstream ip phones, the installation was easy with good instructions available on Sonetel's web pages.

    Negative

    It was no easy for me to set up Asterisk PBX server. Maybe when I have more experience it will be easier.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Team Manager
    Has used product for: Free Trial
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    All good so far

    Date: May 11 2022
    Summary

    As above all good so far no issues.

    Positive

    Easy to use, regular support from customer care.

    Negative

    No browser or PC app.

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  • Reviewer Name: Hans S.
    Position: N/a
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Excellent telephony service

    Date: Dec 11 2022
    Summary

    Everything was good except the slow activation of virtual phone number. Would definitely continue to use when needed.

    Positive

    Telephone connection quality is excellent. The set up is easy and pricing is transparent. International connection rates is excellent.

    Negative

    Connection to virtual phone was slow. Took a few days. Should be connect instantly. I didn't know what was wrong, had to check the settings like 10 times. It was frustrating.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Director
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Sonetel review

    Date: Oct 17 2022
    Summary

    Sonetel do a great job with a cutting edge service, they are always on standby and assist!
    Thank you Sonetel.

    Positive

    I was able to seamlessly and effortlessly secure a prize cell phone number to enable me to service inbound calls, I'm absolutely wrapped!

    Negative

    Nothing that I have encountered so I can't say there are any cons.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Engineer
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Customer Support

    Date: Apr 01 2022
    Summary

    Overall, I'm satisfied with the service provided. Since, it is simple and easy to use also support staff is friendly.

    Positive

    The support agent is very helpful and efficient, quickly solved the issue. Always communicated what's the update and what needs to be done.

    Negative

    The exact address cannot be entered due to the special characters.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Assistant
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Very Good Page/App

    Date: Nov 19 2021
    Summary

    Very good experience, very good service team if you have any question they easy response your doubts.

    Positive

    First of all i live abroad so i need a good service company so i could talk to my work and this app was the best option.

    Negative

    i would say this is perfect i didn't have problems at all.

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