Comparison

STX vs 3CX

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

Head to head
About

STX

This mobile app extends the functionality of a purchased desktop installation, allowing users to manage appointments, view guest information, and access service history on the go. It connects seamlessly to the desktop application to enhance team efficiency and profitability.

Highlights
  • View booked appointments
  • Graphical appointment book
  • View financial transactions
  • Edit and add appointments
  • Edit guest information
  • Add guest pictures
  • Guest check-in notifications
Features
Currently charting
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THIS APPLICATION REQUIRES A PURCHASED STX DESKTOP INSTALLATION. IT IS NOT A STAND-ALONE MANAGEMENT APPLICATION. CALL US TO CONFIRM that you have purchased and are running a compatible STX desktop installation with an active iPhone module. Already enjoying the benefits of STX for the desktop? Extend your reach with STX for iOS. Increase efficiency and have your guests' information at your fingertips. STX for iOS allows you to view and modify appointments, tickets, service and retail history and much more. Now you can seamlessly connect to your STX desktop application while on the road. With all the most often used features of STX built into this app, your team can be more efficient, more informed and more profitable. You'll love what STX for iOS can do for you. Features: Display a list of booked appointments Display your appointment book graphically Display a list of financial transactions Edit and Add Appointments Edit guest information Add guest pictures Get notified automatically upon guest check-in

About

3CX

This app enables remote work by allowing users to access their office phone extension from any location. It facilitates calls, conference scheduling, team chat, and video conferencing directly from an iOS device.

Highlights
  • Office extension access anywhere
  • Schedule conferences
  • Chat with colleagues
  • Video calls
  • QR code setup
Features
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Stay connected and make remote work easier with 3CX. This app allows you to use your office extension from anywhere and not only for calls. Schedule conferences, chat with your colleagues and video call from your iOS device. Getting Started: 1. Install the app. 2. Open it, read and accept the license agreement and authorize the permissions the app needs (camera, microphone). 3. Open your web client or desktop app and click on the QR code in the top right corner. Details on how to access your web client are in your 3CX email sent by your administrator. 4. Open your camera on your iOS device and scan the QR code shown on your screen. 5. Your extension is configured and you’re now “Ready for calls”! Important: This app is only for use with 3CX V20 and is not a standalone app. More information: https://www.3cx.com/user-manual/installation-iphone/

Screenshots

STX4 screens
3CX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: 3CX at Free against STX's $4.99. 3CX also leads on rating (2.6 vs 2.1) and update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months). STX's advantage is chart position (#157 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.3). On review sentiment, 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

3CX is free to download; STX costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

3CX holds the better App Store score, 2.6 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3CX has 317 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of STX's written reviews are positive against 28% of 3CX's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STX ships an update every 6 months, 3CX monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
STX versus 3CX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTX3CX
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating2.1 (8 ratings)2.6 (317 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews28.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8317 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#157 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.3
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSalon Transcripts, Inc.3CX

Customer experience

STX

All ratings8 ratings
Positive12.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews92 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral14.1%
Negative60.9%

3CX

All ratings317 ratings
Positive35.0%
Neutral5.4%
Negative59.6%
Written reviews601 reviews
Positive28.1%
Neutral12.0%
Negative59.9%

Bugs and requests

STX

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

3CX

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to answer/make calls
  • Freezing/crashing during calls
  • Missed call notifications not working
  • Incompatibility with certain iOS versions
  • Issues with call transfer and merging

Requested features

6 requests
  • Apple Watch support
  • Customizable ringtones
  • Do Not Disturb mode
  • Call transfer/parking functionality
  • Improved voicemail management
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  • Siri/voice control integration

In-app purchases

None

STX

No in-app purchases

None

3CX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is STX free?
STX costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3CX free?
3CX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, STX or 3CX?
3CX is rated higher. STX averages 2.1 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while 3CX averages 2.6 from 317 ratings.
Do STX or 3CX have ads?
Neither STX nor 3CX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, STX or 3CX?
STX ships an update every 6 months, and 3CX monthly. Most recently, STX was updated on September 25, 2026 and 3CX on September 24, 2026.

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