Comparison

OTCV for iPhone vs LCB SOFTPHONE

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

Head to head
About

OTCV for iPhone

This professional application extends your company's communication system to your mobile device. It provides unified communication services, including single identity, directory lookup, and enterprise telephony, allowing for seamless business calls and messaging.

Highlights
  • Single identity across devices
  • Corporate and local directory lookup
  • Enterprise telephony and call control
  • Visual voicemail
  • Instant messaging
  • VoIP over Wi-Fi
  • Secure HTTPS access
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Alcatel-Lucent OpenTouch Conversation (OTCV) is a cornerstone product of the Alcatel-Lucent OpenTouch Suite for Small and Medium Enterprise. It is an Apple® iPhone™ professional application providing a full set of IP-based unified communication services. OTCV for iPhone is the extension of your company on your mobile that connects to the Alcatel-Lucent OmniPCX Office, the powerful communication server dedicated to small and medium enterprises. It delivers advanced unified communication services on Apple® iPhone™, including single identity, directory lookup, enterprise telephony, call routing control and Voice over IP capabilities. FEATURES • Single identity: One phone number across multiple devices. Single business identity, whatever the device used • Directory lookup: Search local and corporate contacts from an easy-to-use interface • Contacts: Get instant access to corporate and local contacts and use a single click to call (dial by name) • Notifications: New voice messages and missed calls + IM • Mid-call control: Take a call, clear a call, transfer a call, put into conference, hold/retrieve a call and switch between calls • Visual voicemail: Voice messages with a visual voicemail interface (select, play back or delete messages in any order) • Instant Messaging : Exchange instant messages between the OmniPCX Office subscribers • VoIP using SIP Companion option*: VoIP capabilities allowing the user to place and receive business calls on his iPhone through the company Wi-Fi data connection. • Get Call Feature: Enables the user switching a conversation from his mobile to his business deskphone without interrupting the call • Data over Wi-Fi: Automatic switch to trusted WLAN (roaming) • Secure access: HTTPS support and remote worker topology support (if VPN is setup) BENEFITS Access features anywhere • Users have unified communication capabilities everywhere, on-site and off-site. So, regardless of location, they can get business notification events (voice messages, missed calls and IM) and access to enterprise-grade services, including corporate directory, telephony and communication history. Maintain a single identity • A single business number is used across multiple devices, such as desk phone, personal computer, mobile phone and home phone. Outbound calls from a mobile device can use a single identity and phone number, making it easier for colleagues, customers, partners and personal contacts to recognize calls from the OTCV. Connect any way, anytime • Workers can select the best way to communicate when initiating a phone call Control/reduce costs • Cellular: Significantly reduce smartphone costs with savings on long distance calls • WLAN: Use Wi-Fi® for data when at the office or at home, for voice when inside of the company (iPhone only) • Easy VPN: Use Wi-Fi® also for voice outside of the company Connect more securely • Secure access is provided to the enterprise with HTTPS support Coverage optimization • VoIP using SIP Companion option REQUIREMENTS • Alcatel-Lucent OmniPCX Office RCE R8.1 release and later • iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, 5, 5C, 5S, 6, 6 Plus – iOS 6.0 and later • Connectivity: Mobile 3G data access or company Wi-Fi internet access for VoIP capabilities

About

LCB SOFTPHONE

This communication tool allows users to make calls, send messages, and manage business interactions using their account. It offers VoIP calling, HD video, group chats, and voicemail management for seamless business connectivity.

Highlights
  • VoIP Calling
  • HD Video Calls
  • Messaging with Media
  • Group Chat & Meetings
  • Voicemail Manager
  • Business/Personal Separation
Features
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Introducing the New Era of Communication with LCB Softphone for iPhone and iPad users! Stay connected effortlessly with this powerful tool for making calls, sending and receiving messages, sharing data, and managing business communications—all using your LCB Softphone account. LCB Softphone is the perfect business phone system for staying connected with clients, customers, vendors, and coworkers. Easily update and synchronize contacts, manage meetings, and take business calls, even when you're off-site. Key Features: VoIP Calling: Make high-quality VoIP calls over Wi-Fi without needing your private phone carrier. Supported Audio Codecs: G.722, G.711a/u, G.729, Opus, and SILK. 720p HD Video: Available on iPhone 5 or later for crystal-clear video calls. Messaging: Send and receive photos, videos, and voice messages from clients, even while off-site. Business & Personal Separation: Keep business calls and faxes organized and separate from personal ones. Offline Messaging: Access recent and missed voicemails when you reopen the app. Group Chat & Meetings: Join group conversations, create meetings, and host video conferences from your smartphone. Conferencing: Easily set up conferences, stay connected with clients in different locations, and share contacts and locations. Chat History: Store your chat history for future reference. Voicemail Manager: A simple tool to manage your voicemails. Language Support: Available in English, Chinese, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, German, and Spanish. Multitasking Support: Field incoming calls while using other apps with full background operation and push support. Supported Accessories: Compatible with headphones, AirPods, and other Bluetooth™ devices. IPv4/IPv6 Support: Ensures seamless connectivity with both IP standards. LCB Softphone is a highly secure, SIP-based softphone, delivering exceptional voice quality and user-friendly features for businesses on the go.

Screenshots

OTCV for iPhone4 screens
LCB SOFTPHONE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: OTCV for iPhone at 6.0 against LCB SOFTPHONE's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

OTCV for iPhone ships an update every 6 weeks, LCB SOFTPHONE every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
OTCV for iPhone versus LCB SOFTPHONE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOTCV for iPhoneLCB SOFTPHONE
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (19 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—19 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB109 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperALE InternationalLuis Chavez

Customer experience

OTCV for iPhone

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

LCB SOFTPHONE

All ratings18 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%

In-app purchases

None

OTCV for iPhone

No in-app purchases

None

LCB SOFTPHONE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OTCV for iPhone free?
OTCV for iPhone is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LCB SOFTPHONE free?
LCB SOFTPHONE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do OTCV for iPhone or LCB SOFTPHONE have ads?
Neither OTCV for iPhone nor LCB SOFTPHONE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OTCV for iPhone or LCB SOFTPHONE?
OTCV for iPhone ships an update every 6 weeks, and LCB SOFTPHONE every 2 months. Most recently, OTCV for iPhone was updated on October 30, 2026 and LCB SOFTPHONE on October 24, 2026.

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