Comparison

SwitchboardFREE vs SkillSyncHR

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

Head to head
About

SwitchboardFREE

This app provides a virtual receptionist service, offering a free 084 number to route calls to multiple UK landlines or mobiles. Features include call queuing, missed call alerts via email/SMS, and an easy answer phone function.

Highlights
  • Free 084 number
  • Call forwarding to multiple locations
  • Call queuing
  • Missed call alerts (email/SMS)
  • Voicemail to email
  • Follow Me feature with location-based routing
  • Line identification (whisper)
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***** Top 20 FREE Business App!!!! ***** Never miss a call again with the app for the UK best selling Virtual Receptionist SwitchboardFREE. Utilising an innovative and user friendly interface which allows full control over standard and now also advanced features. Now featuring our innovative new 'Follow Me' feature. Simply add a location of interest (e.g, office, home), and provide a number you'd like us to redirect to when you arrive. Your iPhone will update us when you enter or exit the location and we will redirect your calls to the number you specified or to your mobile if you are on the road. All of this is done automatically! Get a FREE 084 number to route to any UK landline. Never miss a call again. Front your web pages, business card and adverts with a free 084 phone number connected to a powerful call manager which re-directs your calls to up to 5 separate locations. All UK landline re-directs are free with redirects to mobile phones at just 12p per minute plus VAT, paid for via pre-payment if required. With over 24,000 UK business and homeworkers already enjoying this powerful and free application, why not empower your business or organisation today! Call queuing for your business ---------- If you have limited lines into your office, we will queue the callers and put them through to you as soon as a line becomes free. Your customer will never hear the engaged tone again! No maintenance and no licensing fees ---------- We maintain the service at no cost to you. We also cover the performing rights expense, another cost saving. Missed call alert - Email and SMS ---------- Once a customer calls your number, we record the inbound CLI (The caller's phone number) when available; Should a customer hang up when they are on hold we will send their phone number to your email address in seconds so you can call them back. Easy answer phone ---------- If the caller has been on hold for more than two minutes, or your number calls out of hours, we give them the option to leave a voicemail. Once they have completed the message, we email it to you in seconds. This feature is so much better than an old-fashioned answer phone. Instantly re-routes your calls ---------- If you move offices permanently, or just for a day or a week or even an hour, you can re-route all your calls to the new office. This can be done via a simple web page instantly! In a disaster recovery situation you can re-route to an alternate location in seconds and continue to conduct business. Line Identification Option (whisper) ---------- Each number you obtain can be configured for a different purpose e.g. sales, admin, support etc. When you answer the call you will hear a short message which will identify the call. This allows you to personalise the way in which you greet each caller. Whether you operate more than one company from a single office or have home workers who need to identify between personal and business calls, this function will become invaluable to you! No cost to your business ---------- There is no set up fee or rental fee for this product. There is no increase in your phone charges or your phone bill. It is 100% free for businesses, sole traders or home workers based in the UK that have less than 50 employees. Choose your own "On Hold" music ---------- While your callers are waiting to be connected they are played "On Hold" music. You can choose what genre of music your customers get to hear from over 15 different choices currently available. Set open and close times ---------- When callers phone outside your normal opening hours, the call is recorded and sent via a missed call alert to your email, ensuring you never miss an opportunity. Customize your introduction and out of hours message ---------- The system allows you to quickly record a customer introduction or an out of hours message that reflects your opening times and or emergency contact number.

About

SkillSyncHR

Features
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Overview of Skillsynchr Skillsynchr is a cutting-edge HR platform designed to streamline human resource operations for businesses in the UK. Developed by Britebite London Limited, registered under Company Number: 15318924, Skillsynchr provides innovative solutions tailored to modern HR management complexities. Why Skillsynchr Skillsynchr stands out due to its focus on efficiency, compliance, user-friendliness, and automation. By leveraging advanced technology, it helps organizations overcome traditional HR management challenges. Skillsynchr’s Core Features End-to-End Recruitment Management Recruitment presents significant challenges, from sourcing talent to onboarding. Skillsynchr automates job postings, applicant tracking, and candidate shortlisting with advanced algorithms. This reduces hiring times, improves the quality of hires, and integrates seamlessly with other platforms. Employee Onboarding Smooth onboarding processes are essential for new hires. Skillsynchr’s Onboarding Module offers digital document signing and centralized storage for contracts and policies, accessible online. This results in faster onboarding, reduced paperwork, and improved first impressions. Payroll Management Payroll management can be complex, especially in ensuring timely payments and compliance with regulations. Skillsynchr simplifies this with automated payroll processing, tax calculations, and reporting tailored to UK standards, ensuring accuracy and reducing administrative burdens. Performance Management Effective performance management is vital for employee engagement. Skillsynchr’s performance tracking features provide continuous feedback mechanisms, performance reviews, and goal setting. This enhances employee performance, clarifies expectations, and aligns efforts with organizational goals. Time and Attendance Tracking Accurate tracking of time and attendance is critical for workforce management. Skillsynchr offers biometric or digital attendance recording, automated timesheets, and leave management. Benefits include precise attendance records and reduced absenteeism. Compliance and Legal Considerations Adherence to UK employment laws and GDPR is crucial. Skillsynchr ensures compliance with real-time updates on labor laws and data privacy protocols, providing peace of mind and reducing legal risks. SMEs and Large Enterprises Skillsynchr’s scalable features cater to businesses of all sizes. SMEs benefit from affordability and ease of use, while larger enterprises enjoy advanced customization and detailed reporting capabilities. Addressing Diversity and Inclusion With a focus on diversity and inclusion, Skillsynchr provides tools that support diverse hiring practices and data-driven insights into workforce demographics, fostering inclusive environments. Remote and Hybrid Work Support The shift to remote and hybrid work models is supported by Skillsynchr’s cloud-based functionality, mobile access, and virtual onboarding features, ensuring flexibility and continuity in HR processes. The Technology Behind Skillsynchr Cloud-Based Infrastructure Skillsynchr’s cloud-based infrastructure offers advantages such as data security, accessibility from any device, and reduced IT maintenance. Integration Capabilities Skillsynchr seamlessly integrates with various business software, enhancing overall operational efficiency. Data Security and GDPR Compliance Skillsynchr prioritizes data security with end-to-end encryption and role-based access controls, ensuring legal compliance and peace of mind for businesses. Conclusion and Future Vision Skillsynchr is committed to providing UK businesses with innovative HR tools that enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction. Explore Skillsynchr today and experience the transformation of your HR processes with demo options and free trials availableay and experience the transformation of your HR processes with demo options, free trials, and consultations available on the platform.

Screenshots

SwitchboardFREE4 screens
SkillSyncHR4 screens

Verdict

The call

SwitchboardFREE and SkillSyncHR are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
SwitchboardFREE versus SkillSyncHR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSwitchboardFREESkillSyncHR
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews73.9% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB166 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLiquid11 LtdThirtymins limited

In-app purchases

None

SwitchboardFREE

No in-app purchases

None

SkillSyncHR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SwitchboardFREE free?
SwitchboardFREE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SkillSyncHR free?
SkillSyncHR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SwitchboardFREE or SkillSyncHR have ads?
Neither SwitchboardFREE nor SkillSyncHR shows ads.

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