Comparison

conNEXT vs acall

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

conNEXT

Communicate securely and reliably with messaging, calls, and file sharing. Protect your privacy with end-to-end encryption and optional PIN protection for messages. Enjoy HD voice and video calls, group chats, and file sharing.

Highlights
  • Secure messaging and calls
  • HD voice and video calls
  • File sharing (photos, videos, documents)
  • Group chats
  • PIN protection for messages
  • Location sharing
  • Siri integration
Features
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Privacy in your hands: communicate securely, reliably and free of charge with conNEXT. conNEXT is the secure communications solution for the iPhone and other smartphones to send and receive messages, calls, photos, videos, documents, voice messages and much more. With conNEXT you have everything in one app, so you can e.g. - Share photos, videos, documents, voice messages and other files securely with your friends. - Create group chats and share content with your friends in one place at the same time - secure encrypted phone calls from conNEXT to conNEXT in HD quality - Make HD video calls with your friends - Protect messages additionally with a PIN or make them visible to the recipient only for a short time. ... or simply and conveniently phone free of charge and send messages. conNEXT respects your privacy and protects your data: access, transmission, storage and handling of all your communication data is protected and specially encrypted. So you can communicate with all important people without fear that your messages can be read by others. conNEXT is basically free of charge*, your data tariff, i.e. your Internet connection, is used for communication. Your call minutes are therefore not affected. Paid *PLUS* functions and credits to place cheap regular phone calls from conNEXT to landlines or mobiles can be optionally purchased. In addition, conNEXT offers a variety of other great functions: - Edit photos conveniently with filters, cut out a part or change the image - Stay informed and see when your messages have been read - Check which of your friends is already part of the conNEXT community - Use Emojis if you don't have the words. - Share your location - Write messages directly via Siri Invite your friends and start communicating free of charge and securely via conNEXT without anyone reading or evaluating your communication.  Privacy in your hands. For questions and feedback please contact us via support@connexcom.net. *Data costs may apply depending on mobile phone tariff. Contact your mobile phone provider for more information! Terms and conditions: https://connext-global.com/tandc/ Privacy Policy: https://connext-global.com/privacy-policy/

About

acall

This mobile SIP client integrates seamlessly with FusionPBX, offering a flexible and powerful communication solution for users on the go. It supports advanced calling features, contact management, and voicemail, ensuring you stay connected anywhere.

Highlights
  • Easy setup via QR code or manual SIP data
  • Seamless integration with FusionPBX
  • Push notifications and IPv4/IPv6 support
  • Call handling: hold, transfer, conference
  • Contact and call history management
  • Integrated XMPP chat and voicemail
  • Fax support (send/receive)
Features
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FusionSIP: Der mobile SIP-Client für FusionPBX FusionSIP ist die ideale mobile Lösung für Nutzer der Open-Source-Telefonanlage FusionPBX. Einfach, flexibel und leistungsstark – mit FusionSIP bleiben Sie auch unterwegs bestens verbunden. Highlights: • Einfache Einrichtung: Konfiguration über QR-Code oder manuelle SIP-Dateneingabe. • Nahtlose Integration: Direkte Anbindung an FusionPBX mit der Softphone-API von EDNT, die alle notwendigen Daten bereitstellt. • Modernste Technologie: Unterstützung von Push-Benachrichtigungen, IPv4 und IPv6. Leistungsstarke Funktionen: • Nebenstellenauswahl • Halten, Makeln, Weiterleiten (unattended & attended) • Konferenzschaltung • BLF- und Statusanzeige der Kollegen • Lokal- und Server-basierendes Öffentliches und privates Telefonbuch • Severbasierende Anrufhistorie, Notizen und Planung (privat & öffentlich) • Integrierter Chat (XMPP Server erforderlich) • FusionPBX Voicemail-Verwaltung • Voller Fax-Support (senden & empfangen) • Rufumleitung und Sperrliste steuern • Anpassbare Codecs, Lautstärkesteuerung & Bluetooth-Support • Benutzerfreundliches Design mit Light & Dark Mode Für Unternehmen & das Büro: FusionSIP ist auch als Desktop-Version erhältlich, inklusive Schnittstellen zu ERP- und CRM-Systemen. Auf Wunsch kann die App individuell gebrandet und an Ihre Bedürfnisse angepasst werden. Für wen ist FusionSIP? FusionSIP wurde speziell für Unternehmen entwickelt, die FusionPBX nutzen, und bietet eine zuverlässige, benutzerfreundliche Lösung für effiziente Kommunikation – überall und jederzeit. Für Reseller: Auf Anfrage kann das Softphone gebrandet und customized und Rabattiert werden. Jetzt herunterladen und die volle Leistung von FusionPBX in Ihrer Hand erleben! Abgrenzung: Der FusionSIP Soft-Client ist ausschließlich in Kombination mit der EDNT SoftPhone API und FusionPBX nutzbar. Für eine generische Softphone-Lösung bietet EDNT das Smart-SIP-Phone, das als SIP-Client sofort mit jeder PBX oder Telefonanlage funktioniert.

Screenshots

conNEXT4 screens
acall4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: conNEXT at 100% against acall's 0%. acall's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. conNEXT sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. acall asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

conNEXT ships an update every 3 months, acall every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
conNEXT versus acall: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterconNEXTacall
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size289 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperConnexcom AGEDNT GmbH

Customer experience

conNEXT

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

acall

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

conNEXT

Subscriptions2
  • Plus Features (1 month)1 Month trial$0.991 Month
  • Plus Features (1 year)1 Month trial$8.991 Year
One-time4
  • 5 Credits$4.99
  • 10 Credits$9.99
  • Black-Edition Upgrade$22.99
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  • 25 Credits$24.99
None

acall

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is conNEXT free?
conNEXT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is acall free?
acall is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do conNEXT or acall have ads?
Neither conNEXT nor acall shows ads.
Which is updated more often, conNEXT or acall?
conNEXT ships an update every 3 months, and acall every 3 weeks. Most recently, conNEXT was updated on September 21, 2026 and acall on September 24, 2026.

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