8x8 Inc Canada Review - 2024 - Top 5 VoIP Providers

Our Verdict

Having been one of the market leaders in VoIP services since their inception in 1996, 8×8 has ample experience and a strong market share that has made it possible for them to create a wide range of plans that can tailored for the specific needs of each company.

Pros

Unlimited Calling to US and Canada numbers
Easy setup
Flexible pricing plans
Extension dialing
Good integrations

Cons

Slow customer service
No fax capability
No open API with which to build your own app integrations

Plans & Pricing

Unlike most other VoIP service providers, 8×8 doesn’t offer fixed plans in the traditional sense. Consumers choose their plan based on the features they want and need. Then you opt for the service plan, which comes in different categories.

X Series X2 Edition

The plan is $33 per user/monthly and includes 1GB internal storage, unlimited internet fax and calling zones in 14 countries, mobile and desktop apps, business SMS, voicemail to email, auto attendants, HD, and secure voice, audio and video conferencing for 5 participants and SalesForce and Zendesk integrations.

X Series X5 Edition

The X5 plan is $46 per user/monthly and includes all the features of the previous plan, with the additions of all recording and Switchboard Pro, which allows users to respond to both internal and external callers’ needs more efficiently. Also, the amount of internal storage is increased to 5GB, audio and video conferences increase to 25 participants, and unlimited call zones are available in 32 countries.

X Series X6 Edition

The X5 plan is $59 per user/monthly and includes all the features of X5, with an increased internal storage of 10GBs. In addition, audio and video conferences increase to 50 participants, and the unlimited call zones expand to 47 countries.

It’s worth noting that the unlimited internet fax number may require the purchase of an additional phone number, and calling to certain countries may exclude calling to certain types of numbers. For more information, you’ll need to contact the brand.

X Series X2 Edition

$33 per user /monthly

30-day money-back guarantee

X Series X5 Edition

$46 per user /monthly

30-day money-back guarantee

X Series X6 Edition

$59 per user /monthly

30-day money-back guarantee

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Features and Functionality

There are countless features available, and you have the option to customize plans according to your needs.

Unlimited Calling

Providing unlimited calling in VoIP business phone services allows 8×8 to enable their clients to reduce costs associated with phone bills. Unlimited calls can be made to any number in the US and Canada. Other international areas can be added to the plan.

Extension Dialing

Make phone calls to any number in the company through the use of extension numbers, which are available in 3, 4, and 5 digit configurations. Direct phone numbers are provided for each post too, and calls can be made no matter the location. Calls can be performed on several devices beyond an IP phone, including smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers. All you need is an internet connection.

Virtual Office Online

Through the web-based dashboard Virtual Office Online, users have access to a trove of great features that can be used on any computer with an internet connection, including making, receiving, and transferring calls, instant messaging, viewing call history, and voicemail.

Examples of standard features from 8×8 business phone systems include:

• Auto attendant
• Music on hold
• Ring groups
• Mobile apps for Android devices, iPhones, and iPads
• 3-way calling
• Caller ID
• Integration with Zendesk, NetSuite, Salesforce, Outlook, etc.

Ease of Use

Setting up Virtual Office or Virtual Office Pro is very easy. All you need to do is log in to the Virtual Office application with the appropriate name and password. Every user can manage their profile accordingly after setting it up on their device(s).

As a cloud-based PBX, the system can be set up entirely online through the Virtual Office Online or Virtual Office Desktop. Hardware required will be desk phones, desktop computers, and any other mobile devices used such as smartphones and tablets.

Details such as names and email addresses will need to be set up by a system administrator, so some prior or basic knowledge of IT is advised, especially if setting up more advanced features within Virtual Office.

Customer Service

8×8 Inc. offers a knowledge base with extensive information about all aspects of their services. These include manuals, user guides, a virtual contact center, and troubleshooting articles. Users can submit a question via a live chat box for a speedy response. A frequently updated blog offers tips and hints, and business services are available by phone Monday-Saturday from 6am-6pm PT. Customers have noted that support can be a little slow in taking action based on user requests.

Phone Support

The company offers phone support during office hours.

Live Online Chat

Live chat is available around the clock, every day of the week.

The company representatives can be reached via email.

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