Recommended Mobile Applications for Use with EasyCall VoIP
Using the many advantages of VoIP internet telephony is also possible on smartphones, tablets, or computers thanks to “softphone” programs – we encourage you to read our comparison of popular applications of this type.
Free softphone applications are gaining increasing popularity among internet telephony customers, including business users. Simultaneously, there is a significant interest in the functionality and mobility of using applications on modern mobile phones, known as smartphones. Most importantly, to use such an application, all you need is internet access. Softphone applications are designed mainly for smartphones or tablets with Android and iOS systems. There are also some that can be installed on PCs with Windows or macOS.
Softphone applications allow greater mobility for customers who travel frequently and need to have a phone with cheap calls to various often exotic destinations worldwide. Industries that usually use such a solution include transport, logistics, distribution, and it is particularly widely used among sales representatives. Using an EasyCall VoIP account on such an application allows for significant reduction in call costs and the possibility of free contact within your company network, even when outside the office.
An important criterion for choosing a specific application is its functionality, for example, call recording, the ability to use multiple VoIP accounts (multiple numbers), as well as making video calls. Additional advantages of individual applications include the ability to set up conferences, high-quality audio calls, and HD video calls. Other important features include easy contact synchronization and call transfer.
In this article, we will compare the four most popular, easy-to-use, and importantly, free softphone applications:
- Zoiper
- Grandstream Wave
- Linphone
- Mizudroid
All mentioned applications are available in the Google Play store. For our customers, we also provide easy and detailed configuration instructions, which can be found on our website in the Knowledge -> Instructions section.
Below are links to download the above applications for Android:
- Zoiper: Zoiper on Google Play
- Grandstream Wave: Grandstream Wave on Google Play
- Linphone: Linphone on Google Play
- MizuDroid: MizuDroid on Google Play
Zoiper
The most popular application among EasyCall customers is Zoiper. It is available for all systems, i.e., Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS. Thanks to the wide choice of operating systems, every customer can match the application to their needs. The ease of installation and use allows anyone to quickly configure the application on a smartphone and PC. The application also has a Polish interface. Zoiper allows for making phone calls both via GSM networks including 3G, 4G, LTE, and via internet connection through WiFi. Of course, to minimize data transmission costs, we recommend using WiFi, which often also makes the connection more stable. The application uses the address book; you only need to grant it permissions during account configuration, making contact with customers particularly easy. If you have a device that can record video, it is possible to conduct video calls – simply select the SIP login of your interlocutor in the dialer. Additionally, using the application, you can call multiple people simultaneously through the conference function.
If you have more than one SIP account, the Zoiper application allows for adding additional voice accounts, but this is only possible after purchasing the Premium version (paid). The application can be used both stationary in the office, e.g., on a PC or laptop, but the most freedom and mobility are provided by using the application for calls on our smartphone, saving on calls, especially international ones.
Thanks to cooperation with ZOIPER, during application configuration, it is possible to choose easyCALL.pl as the recommended VoIP service provider already during voice account configuration (screenshot below):
On our YouTube channel, there is a video instruction for configuring the EasyCall business service on the Zoiper application – YouTube Configuration Instruction
Grandstream
The company Grandstream, providing the second application we describe today, is mainly known for selling VoIP devices for business and corporate customers. Grandstream Wave is an application aimed at users with smartphones running Android or iOS. It allows for configuring up to 6 voice accounts and supports codecs: GSM, G.711, G.722 (HD). It enables making calls via WiFi as well as GSM (3G, 4G, and LTE). Using it, you can also make video calls and set up voice conferences with up to 6 directions simultaneously.
Other Applications
The other two applications mentioned at the beginning are Linphone and MizuDroid. These applications are currently less popular among EasyCall customers than the previously mentioned Zoiper and Grandstream Wave. However, they are gaining popularity due to their easy and simple voice account configuration. We allowed ourselves to describe both applications so that each of you can test, compare, and evaluate them on your own.
Both applications are very similar, offering the ability to use calls both via GSM and WiFi. They also offer a wide selection of codecs that enhance call quality. Remembering, of course, that the main factor affecting call quality is the internet we use, and therefore we recommend using WiFi or (in the case of PC/laptop) using a wired connection with constant internet access.
The mentioned applications also enable the use of video calls, so you can see your interlocutor, regardless of whether you are conducting a business conversation or simply contacting your loved ones. During business contacts, it is possible to create conferences and add additional participants.
Using Mobile Applications at Home and on the Road
The growing interest in VoIP services among business users also means an increasing choice of available mobile applications. Many people using the services of mobile operators want to use telephone solutions and calls as cheaply as possible, not only in the country but also when abroad. This is related not only to the mobility and migration of people worldwide in search of better jobs or establishing business contacts but also to the growing popularity of tourist trips and organized tours. Consequently, more and more people are using VoIP telephony solutions on mobile devices, mainly smartphones. Currently, the fastest and simplest solution for cheap calls is to install a mobile application on a smartphone. The first savings come immediately as there is no need to buy equipment to configure a voice account, such as a VoIP gateway or IP phone. The second is time-saving, as the installation of the application takes a few minutes, especially since EasyCall has taken care of its customers and prepared configuration instructions for the most well-known applications such as Zoiper, Grandstream Wave, or MizuDroid. The third benefit of setting up a voice account and using it through a mobile application is the possibility of using cheap international calls worldwide. The only condition is a phone with internet access, from a mobile operator or through free WiFi in the place where we currently are, e.g., a hotel.
Using Mobile Applications in the Company
The growing popularity of mobile applications also concerns the business segment. This is related to the need for mobility in the performed work, as well as quick and cheap access to international calls. Therefore, business segment customers are increasingly choosing VoIP services, which is related to wide internet access, also through GSM networks and high-quality LTE connections. The business customer expects fast and cheap solutions to stay in constant contact with potential customers. Our business service customers in the EasyCall network often choose a simple Virtual PBX scheme that redirects customers from the hotline directly to the voice account set on the mobile application. This solution increases the availability of mobile employees for potential customers and increases company profits. Additionally, both mobile applications and business services in the EasyCall network allow for call recording, so you can freely return to them and listen later. The teleconference function available in most mobile applications is also a great addition meeting the business needs of both sales representatives and senior employees.
In conclusion, the presented popular mobile applications can be safely recommended for use by any customer, including business. All you need is a device with internet access where you can configure the EasyCall.pl VoIP account, most often a smartphone. Voice calls consume very little data, allowing for free internet use even during calls. Currently, more and more customers use and praise softphone applications, which enable them to use cheap domestic and international calls almost anywhere in the world.
If you don’t have an application yet, install one of the recommended ones above and enjoy unlimited calls!
Comparison of Main Functions in Mobile Applications (Table):
Feature | Zoiper | Grandstream Wave | Linphone | MizuDroid |
Polish Language | + | + | + | + |
Paid Features | + | – | – | – |
Mobile Systems | Windows, Android, iOS | Android, iOS | Windows, Android, iOS | Android, iOS |
Desktop Systems | Windows, Linux, Mac | – | Windows, Linux, Mac | – |
Internet Connection | GSM, Wifi | GSM, Wifi | GSM, Wifi | GSM, Wifi |
Conference | Yes (paid feature) | + | + | + |
Phone Book | + | + | + | + |
Contact Synchronization | Yes (paid feature) | – | – | + |
Video | Yes (paid feature) | + | + | – |
Multiple SIP Accounts | Yes (paid feature) | + | + | – |