Comparison

CallHippo vs Albina

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

Head to head
About

CallHippo

This virtual phone system provides local and toll-free numbers from over 50 countries. Businesses can quickly set up a complete phone system with an intuitive interface and powerful backend.

Highlights
  • Virtual phone system
  • Local & Toll Free numbers
  • 50+ countries
  • Instant setup
  • Easy to use interface
  • Robust backend
Features
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CallHippo is a VoIP based Virtual Phone System which allows startups, small business and enterprise to get Local & Toll Free numbers instantly from over 50+ countries around the world. With our easy to use interface and robust backend architecture, any business can setup their phone system in less than 3 minutes.

About

Albina

Features
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MASI Albina is the dedicated iOS application for MASI users, designed to simplify and streamline moving surveys in the field. Built for professional surveyors and moving consultants, the app enables users to conduct comprehensive moving surveys entirely offline, ensuring uninterrupted productivity even in locations with limited or no internet connectivity. Key Features Conduct moving surveys without an internet connection. Capture detailed inventory and survey information on-site. Fast, intuitive interface optimized for field use. Securely store survey data on the device while offline. Synchronize completed surveys with the MASI platform when connectivity is available. Designed exclusively for authorized MASI users. Whether you're surveying residential or commercial moves, MASI Albina provides the reliability and efficiency needed to collect accurate information wherever your work takes you.

Screenshots

CallHippo4 screens
Albina4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Albina at every 5 days against CallHippo's every 3 weeks. CallHippo's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CallHippo ships an update every 3 weeks, Albina every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
CallHippo versus Albina: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCallHippoAlbina
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (52 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews27.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings52 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnkit DudhwewalaVlad Vidavsky

Bugs and requests

CallHippo

Reported bugs

19 issues
  • App crashes frequently on iOS
  • Session expired and keeps loading
  • App crashes on MacBook
  • App crashes on startup
  • App crashes when opening SMS conversations
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  • App crashes after updates
  • App doesn't ring on phone
  • App doesn't allow login
  • App doesn't stay open on iPhone
  • App crashes on iPhone X
  • App crashes when SMS feature is used
  • Cannot create account
  • App doesn't work
  • Cannot answer phone calls
  • Cannot login with website credentials
  • Cannot receive calls
  • Cannot receive SMS
  • Virtual number disappeared
  • App not working on iPhone

Requested features

6 requests
  • Fix UI for iPhone
  • Improve iOS app reliability
  • Allow sending photos in text messages
  • Support Google sign-in on app
  • Allow sending international messages
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  • More attractive UI

Albina

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

CallHippo

No in-app purchases

None

Albina

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CallHippo free?
CallHippo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Albina free?
Albina is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CallHippo or Albina have ads?
Neither CallHippo nor Albina shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CallHippo or Albina?
CallHippo ships an update every 3 weeks, and Albina every 5 days. Most recently, CallHippo was updated on November 2, 2026 and Albina on October 31, 2026.

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