Comparison

Convo Call vs Switch Mobile (US)

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

Head to head
About

Convo Call

This app provides a next-generation Video Relay Service (VRS) designed specifically for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. It offers clear video calls, text chat during conversations, and features like interpreter teaming and Voice Carry Over for seamless communication.

Highlights
  • Clear, smooth video calls
  • Text chat during calls
  • Modern, easy-to-use interface
  • Interpreter teaming for complex calls
  • Voice Carry Over (VCO) support
  • 911 and 988 emergency access
  • International calling with Convo Passport
Features
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Convo Call is the next-generation VRS app from Convo, the only Deaf-owned Video Relay Service provider. Built from the ground up for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community — one app for all your VRS calls. Your conversation. Your moment. Your call. WHY CONVO CALL Convo Call replaces Convo VRS and Convo Link as the new standard for making VRS calls. Same VRS number, same interpreters you trust, a completely new experience. We design every call around you. You lead the conversation. Our interpreters are here to make sure your message comes through — naturally and respectfully. FEATURES Better Call Quality — Clear, smooth video calls built on a brand new foundation. Sharper video and more stable connections. Text Chat During Calls — Send and receive messages with interpreters during calls for easier communication and coordination. All-New Design — A modern, clean interface that's easy to use from your very first call. Interpreter Teaming — For longer or more complex calls, interpreter teaming keeps your conversation clear and steady. Voice Carry Over (VCO) — Speak for yourself during VRS calls when you choose. 911 and 988 Access — Reach emergency help quickly when you need it. International Calls — Call to and from numbers abroad with a Convo Passport. Set it up before you travel. Log In Your Way — Use your VRS number or email address to log in. HOW TO GET STARTED 1. Download Convo Call 2. Log in with your VRS number or email and password 3. Start having conversations Already using Convo VRS or Convo Link? Your VRS number stays the same. Just download, log in, and go. Don't have a Convo account yet? Sign up at convo.io/us/signup ABOUT CONVO Convo is the only Deaf-owned VRS provider in the United States. We believe you should always maintain ownership of your call. Built by the Deaf community, for the Deaf community. NEED HELP? Visit our support page at convo.io/us/support or email support@convorelay.com. Also check out Convo for Zoom — interpreters in your Zoom meetings. Same VRS number.

About

Switch Mobile (US)

Features
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Take your business number with you through Switch Mobile. Easily connect up to four different numbers from your account, including 1300, 1800 and international numbers, to make and receive phone calls. Features: * View your Activity with calls and voicemail, including playing recordings in-app and reading AI-powered transcriptions * Register up to four phone numbers including 1300 and 1800 numbers * Transfer calls to another number 
* Multi-party conference calls * Send and receive SMS messages with 04 mobile numbers (available separately) * Connects seamlessly to your Cloud PBX for access to business-grade features including Do Not Disturb, Call Forwarding, Voicemail and more * Use your number in your Auto Attendant and Call Queue giving you ultimate mobility and still look professional * Connect to your smartphone’s Contacts list * Multi-language supporting English, Spanish, Portuguese

Screenshots

Convo Call4 screens
Switch Mobile (US)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Switch Mobile (US) at 11.0 against Convo Call's 14.0. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Convo Call versus Switch Mobile (US): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConvo CallSwitch Mobile (US)
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (116 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews27.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings116 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperConvoBlast Technologies Pty Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Convo Call

No in-app purchases

None

Switch Mobile (US)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Convo Call free?
Convo Call is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Switch Mobile (US) free?
Switch Mobile (US) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Convo Call or Switch Mobile (US) have ads?
Neither Convo Call nor Switch Mobile (US) shows ads.

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