Linphone vs SessionTalk SIP Softphone
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Linphone
This open-source application provides free audio and video calls, as well as text messaging, over the internet. It allows users to stay reachable at all times via WiFi or mobile data, even when the app is closed. Enjoy secure communication and the ability to connect with traditional phone lines.
- High definition audio and video calls
- Audio conference calls
- Picture and file sharing
- Push notifications for reachability
- Secure communication with encryption
- SIP-compliant VoIP service integration
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Linphone is an open source internet SIP phone or Voice Over IP phone (VoIP). Linphone is an open source app offering free audio/video calls and text messaging. With Linphone, you can be reachable at any time, even if the app is closed, with a WiFi or 3G/4G internet connection. Linphone key features: * high definition audio and video calls * audio conference calls with various participants * pictures and file sharing * Linphone accounts reachable at any time, even if the app is closed (thanks to push notifications) * secure communication (encryption options) * compliant with a large number of SIP-compatible VoIP service providers allowing to reach everyone that has a "classic" phone line. Linphone is available on the main mobile and desktop operating systems and offers various specific features for advanced users (codecs, transport standard, encryption options, DTMF...). For more information, see Linphone project website: www.linphone.org Note for developers and professionals: Linphone can be rebranded and customized to meet specific needs. Contact Belledonne Communications www.belledonne-communications.com for any specific development query.
SessionTalk SIP Softphone
This mobile SIP client integrates with cloud VoIP solutions, offering advanced call management and high-quality communication. It supports various codecs, multiple accounts, and secure calling features, with some premium functionalities available through in-app purchases.
- SIP VoIP calls over LTE and WiFi
- Incoming calls via Push Notifications
- Video Calls with H264 & VP8 codec
- Multiple accounts - simultaneously registered
- Call Recording
- TLS Encryption and SRTP secure calls
- Conference - Merge and Split
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Your business number. Your iPhone. Your way to stay in touch. SessionTalk SIP Softphone brings your compatible SIP account to iPhone and iPad, with a clear dialler, quick access to contacts and calling tools for working from anywhere. Start with SIP voice calling. Unlock the optional in-app upgrade for push notifications, video calling, messaging and XMPP, presence, multiple SIP accounts, call transfers, conference merging and call recording. The messaging screenshots show features available with this upgrade. CALL WITH CONFIDENCE • Make and receive SIP calls over Wi-Fi and mobile data. • Find people quickly with contacts, favourites and call history. • Use Bluetooth, speakerphone, mute, hold and voicemail notifications. • Enjoy clear audio with Opus, G.722 and G.711 support. MORE WAYS TO KEEP IN TOUCH • Share messages with XMPP chat and compatible SIP messaging services. • Keep conversations organised with contact avatars and group chat rooms. • Share images and files in supported messaging conversations. • Stay reachable with incoming-call push notifications and background XMPP message delivery. TOOLS FOR YOUR WORKDAY • Manage multiple SIP accounts in one app. • Transfer calls, bring people together in conferences and record calls. • Use video calling with a compatible provider. • Support for TLS and SRTP when enabled by your service. BRING YOUR OWN SERVICE SessionTalk is a softphone, not a phone service. A compatible SIP account or PBX is required for calling. XMPP messaging requires a compatible XMPP account. SIP messaging, video, push and other features depend on your provider and configuration. Provider calling charges and mobile data charges may apply. Need help? Contact support@sessiontalk.co.uk.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SessionTalk SIP Softphone at 4.5 against Linphone's 2.4. SessionTalk SIP Softphone also leads on ratings volume (1K vs 9). Linphone's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and 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
Both are free to download. SessionTalk SIP Softphone sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Linphone asks for nothing beyond the download.
SessionTalk SIP Softphone holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SessionTalk SIP Softphone has 1K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Linphone's written reviews are positive against 40% of SessionTalk SIP Softphone's.
Linphone ships an update every 2 months, SessionTalk SIP Softphone monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Linphone | SessionTalk SIP Softphone |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (9 ratings) | 4.5 (1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 35.2% of reviews | 39.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 9 | 1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 70 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Belledonne Communications SARL | SessionTalk Ltd |
Customer experience
Linphone
SessionTalk SIP Softphone
User reviews
Linphone
From 9 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Good call quality
- 🚀 Works well with SIP providers
- 💡 Useful features like DTMF support
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy, crashes frequently
- 🔑 Issues with account setup and configuration
- 🔒 Security concerns with password handling
- 🔋 Unreliable background/push notification support
SessionTalk SIP Softphone
From 1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Works well
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 🔒 Secure
- 🔋 Doesn't drain battery
- 👍 Good call quality
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Doesn't work with some providers
- 🐛 Push notifications not working
- 🐛 Doesn't work in background
- 🐛 Incompatible with newer iOS versions
Bugs and requests
Linphone
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashes on startup
- Incoming calls not working properly
- Settings not saving correctly
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
Requested features
4 requests- Add support for multiple SIP accounts
- Improve user interface and navigation
- Provide more customization options
- Enhance audio quality and noise cancellation
SessionTalk SIP Softphone
Reported bugs
4 issues- Incoming calls not working
- Calls dropping
- Connectivity issues
- Keypad not working properly
Requested features
4 requests- Scheduled DND mode
- Improved iPad support
- Video calling
- More codec support
In-app purchases
Linphone
No in-app purchases
SessionTalk SIP Softphone
- G.729 Annex A Codec$2.99
- Upgrade to Pro$6.99
Questions
Is Linphone free?
Is SessionTalk SIP Softphone free?
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