Alternatives to Dots Phone

Other reviewed communication tools. Each one links to its full review, with what it is good for and what to watch out for.

Jitsi MeetOpen sourceOpen-source, encrypted video conferencing you can use free on meet.jit.si or self-host, no account required.CommunicationThunderbirdOpen sourceFree, open-source email, calendar and contacts app for Windows, macOS and Linux, with an Android app.CommunicationElementOpen sourceEnd-to-end encrypted messaging and calling app built on the open Matrix standard, with self-hosted server options.CommunicationSpark MailFreemiumCross-platform email app with a smart inbox, team collaboration on email and built-in AI writing and summaries.CommunicationMattermostFreemiumSelf-hostable team messaging and workflow platform aimed at security-sensitive, regulated and air-gapped environments.CommunicationFlixySMSFreemiumDashboard that turns Android phones into an SMS gateway for bulk campaigns, API sending, two-way replies and delivery tracking.CommunicationZoomFreemiumVideo meetings platform (Zoom Workplace) with chat, phone, webinars, docs and an AI meeting assistant.CommunicationMMicrosoft TeamsFreemiumMicrosoft 365 hub for chat, meetings and file collaboration, built on Microsoft 365 groups and SharePoint.CommunicationreceptionPaidAdd support chat to an iOS app and reply from one inbox.CommunicationIntelli for ChatGPT & ClaudeFree trialUse Intelli’s shared inbox from ChatGPT, Claude or another compatible client.Communication· AI-poweredOpenMailFreemiumCreate agent inboxes and send or receive email through an API.CommunicationRRocket.ChatFreemiumSelf-hostable secure messaging, voice and video platform with native Matrix and XMPP federation.CommunicationGodwitOpen sourceRead and draft mail in an open-source desktop client.Communication· AI-poweredSSlackFreemiumChannel-based team messaging with huddles, docs, lists, workflows and built-in AI, made by Salesforce.CommunicationClaire MailFreeRead Gmail accounts together and manage reminders and calendar events.Communication· AI-poweredDDiscordFreemiumVoice, video and text chat app for friends, gaming groups and online communities, organised into servers.CommunicationLoquiFreemiumTurn meeting recordings into notes and action items.Communication· AI-poweredbytemailFree trialRead several email accounts in a native Mac client.CommunicationEmbageFreemiumBuild a chat or voice agent for a website.Communication· AI-poweredGGoogle MeetFreemiumGoogle's browser-based video meetings, free with a Google Account and expanded in Workspace and Google One plans.CommunicationNNail the CallPaidAI receptionist for contractors that answers calls, qualifies jobs, books visits, and texts call summaries.Communication· AI-poweredBRCKS ChatFree trialKeep construction conversations and site records with the job.CommunicationNNexfyFree trialBusiness messaging for Brazil: SMS and OTP, official WhatsApp API, RCS and voice through a web dashboard and REST APIs.CommunicationCedric AI for MeetingsFreemiumUse an AI assistant for notes, questions and presentations in meetings.Communication· AI-powered