Comparison

Acrobits Softphone vs Deescus

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

Head to head
About

Acrobits Softphone

This SIP client enables voice and video calls, messaging, and seamless connectivity. It offers extensive provider support, push notifications, and call handover. Customize your calling experience with adjustable settings and enjoy clear audio and HD video.

Highlights
  • Voice and video calling
  • Messaging
  • SIP client
  • Push notifications
  • Call handover (WiFi/data)
  • Customizable UI and settings
  • HD video support
Features
Currently charting
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Make voice and video calls, send messages, and stay connected with Acrobits Softphone App — a powerful and feature-rich SIP softphone designed for all your calling needs. IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ Acrobits Softphone is a SIP Client, not a VoIP service. To use it, you need an account with a VoIP provider or PBX that supports standard SIP clients. Note: this app does not support call transfer or conference calling. Take your VoIP calling experience to the next level with Acrobits Softphone with out-of-the-box support for many of the most popular providers and Bluetooth devices on the market. Acrobits Softphone brings all the popular features you expect from a SIP app, including support for 5G, voice and video calling, push notifications, call handover between WiFi and data, multi-device compatibility, lifetime access to support and updates, and more. Experience crystal clear calling with support for popular audio standards, including Opus, G.722, G.729, G.711, iLBC, and GSM. Need to make video calls? Acrobits Softphone supports up to 720p HD and supports both H.265 and VP8. You can even create your own look and feel. Acrobits Softphone is fully customizable, allowing you to configure your own SIP call settings, UI, ringtones, and more. Acrobits Softphone makes it easy for you to communicate with friends and family on any device. This SIP calling app is compatible with virtually all iPhones and iPads. Don’t worry about hidden fees. You can try Acrobits Softphone today for a one-time fee that comes with lifetime support and updates.

About

Deescus

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Deescus allows you to easily collaborate with others whether you are jotting down stuff to discuss with someone on-the-go or taking part in a formal meeting. You can easily create group or 1-on-1 conversations, setup meetings, think about topics to discuss and create followup tasks in just a few clicks. Thanks to the simple and intuitive design anyone can use Deescus effectively and make the most out of their business day.

Screenshots

Acrobits Softphone4 screens
Deescus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Deescus at Free against Acrobits Softphone's $6.99. Deescus also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and device support (4 vs 1). Acrobits Softphone's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks) and chart position (#95 vs unranked). On ads 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

Deescus is free to download; Acrobits Softphone costs $6.99 up front. Acrobits Softphone sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Deescus asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Acrobits Softphone ships an update every 9 days, Deescus every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Acrobits Softphone versus Deescus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAcrobits SoftphoneDeescus
Price$6.99Free — better
Rating4.2 (47 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings47 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#95 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB74 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAcrobitsmuhlemann+popp AG

Bugs and requests

Acrobits Softphone

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Crashes on open in iOS 9.3
  • Keeps wiping out all settings and history
  • Deletes configuration randomly
  • Failed to received CallerID
  • Periodically disables itself
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  • Push doesn't work
  • Cannot attend calls when phone is locked

Requested features

7 requests
  • SMS support
  • Ability to block calls
  • Customizable ringtones
  • Conference calling
  • Ability to select original iPhone ringtones
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  • Dark mode option
  • Landscape mode for tablets

Deescus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Acrobits Softphone

One-time1
  • ZRTP For Outgoing Calls$24.99
None

Deescus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Acrobits Softphone free?
Acrobits Softphone costs $6.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Deescus free?
Deescus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Acrobits Softphone or Deescus have ads?
Neither Acrobits Softphone nor Deescus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Acrobits Softphone or Deescus?
Acrobits Softphone ships an update every 9 days, and Deescus every 5 weeks. Most recently, Acrobits Softphone was updated on September 29, 2026 and Deescus on September 9, 2026.

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