A hosted PBX delivers business phone service over the internet, with auto attendants, call routing, voicemail-to-email and mobile apps, and no phone system hardware to maintain.
Who hosted PBX and Business VoIP is best for
This service is a strong fit for small and midsize businesses that want modern calling features at a predictable monthly cost. Two proposals that look alike on price can differ sharply in service levels, support and contract flexibility, so the details deserve a careful review.
What to evaluate before you buy
- Number porting plan
- Phones and handset compatibility
- Call routing and after-hours handling
- Enhanced 911 configuration
How Connectivity Counsel helps
We begin with your requirements rather than a product. Our advisors document your sites and goals, identify which providers can deliver hosted PBX and Business VoIP at your addresses, gather pricing, and present the options in a consistent format. We then support the contract, the installation and any escalation afterward. There is no charge to you for this work.
Providers we represent for hosted PBX and Business VoIP
101 providers in our portfolio list capabilities in this area. They include:
- 2talk
- Broadvoice
- Cloudli
- COEO Solutions
- GigTel
- Lingo
- Net2Phone
- Nextiva
- NHC
- Pure IP
- RingCentral
- S-NET (now COEO Solutions)
- Ultatel
- Verve
- Vonage
- Zultys
- 8×8
- Access One
- Adigo
- Astound Business Solutions
- AudioCodes
- BAI Connect (now Zentro)
- BCN
- Bigleaf Networks
- CallRevu
- CallTower
- CBTS
- CCI Network Services
- Colt
- Comcast Business
- CommandLink
- CompassMSP
- Consensus Cloud
- Convergia
- Cox
- Crown Castle (now Zayo)
- Dialpad
- Documo
- EarthLink
- EnTelegent Solutions
- Fidium
- FirstComm
- FirstLight
- Five9
- For2Fi
- Front
- Frontier
- Fusion Connect
Additional providers are available. See the full directory or ask an advisor.
Related voice and collaboration services
- Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS)
- SIP Trunking
- POTS Line Replacement
- Microsoft Teams Voice
- Video Conferencing and Collaboration
- Cloud Fax
- Business Messaging and CPaaS
Industries that rely on hosted PBX and Business VoIP
- Dental Practices
- Accounting and Tax
- Restaurants and Food Service
- Hospitality and Hotels
- Multifamily and Apartment Communities
- Nonprofits
- Religious Organizations
- Agriculture
- Automotive Dealerships
- Veterinary and Animal Health
- Franchises and Multi-Location Businesses
- Staffing and Recruiting
- Fitness and Wellness
- Childcare and Early Education
- Home Services and Field Service
- Funeral Homes and Deathcare
- Medical Practices and Specialty Clinics
- Urgent Care and Ambulatory Centers
- Pharmacies
- Cannabis
- Self-Storage
- Coworking and Shared Offices
- Libraries and Museums
- Property and Facilities Services
Frequently asked questions
What is hosted PBX and Business VoIP?
A hosted PBX delivers business phone service over the internet, with auto attendants, call routing, voicemail-to-email and mobile apps, and no phone system hardware to maintain.
How much does hosted PBX and Business VoIP cost?
Pricing depends on your locations, capacity or user counts, contract term and the provider. Connectivity Counsel gathers quotes from multiple providers for your exact requirements so you can compare real numbers instead of list prices.
How do I choose a provider for hosted PBX and Business VoIP?
Compare providers on number porting plan, phones and handset compatibility and call routing and after-hours handling. An independent advisor can run that comparison for you and explain the trade-offs.
How long does it take to implement hosted PBX and Business VoIP?
Timelines range from a few days for cloud and wireless services to several months where network construction is required. We give you a realistic schedule for each option before you sign and track the installation afterward.
Does it cost anything to use Connectivity Counsel for hosted PBX and Business VoIP?
No. Connectivity Counsel does not charge clients for advisory, quoting or ordering support. Providers compensate us when you choose their service, and you pay the provider directly under the provider's own contract and pricing.
Is Connectivity Counsel tied to a single provider?
No. Connectivity Counsel is an independent advisor with a portfolio of more than 230 providers. Recommendations are based on your addresses, requirements, budget and timeline, and we show you competing options side by side.