Tonet vs Grasshopper: Which Is Better for Small Business?

Grasshopper: Virtual numbers without the phone system. Tonet gives you the same core features at a fraction of the cost, with no contracts and daily billing.

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The Short Version

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Grasshopper starts at $14/user/mo. Tonet starts at $10/user/mo with the same core features: unlimited calling, auto attendant, call recording, mobile app, and more. Neither requires contracts, but Tonet's daily billing means you only pay for days a user is active.

Pricing Comparison

Tonet Grasshopper
Starting Price $10-$15/user/mo $14-$55/mo (per account)
Billing Daily (pay only for days used) Monthly or annual
Contracts None None
Setup Fee Free Free

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Feature
Tonet
Grasshopper
Unlimited US/Canada Calling
Forwarding only
SMS & MMS
Call Recording
Auto Attendant
Basic
Voicemail Transcription
Mobile App
Desk Phone Support
Video Meetings
IVR (Phone Menu)
Call Groups / Ring Groups
Call Analytics
Basic
AI Call Transcription
Number Porting
Caller ID
Call Transfer
Voicemail to Email

What Grasshopper Doesn't Tell You

  • No call recording at all
  • No desk phone support - mobile/web only
  • Call forwarding only, not a real VoIP system
  • No IVR, no call groups, no ring strategies
  • $500 deposit required for international calling

Tonet vs Grasshopper: Which One Fits Your Business Phone Needs?

Grasshopper starts at $14/mo but that's really just a starting point. Once you add texting, a second number, or a small team, actual costs often climb past $60/month once add-ons stack up, and the plans are priced per account rather than matching how many people you actually have answering calls.[1] Tonet runs $10 to $15 per user per month with daily billing, so you pay for exactly the people using it and can add or drop a seat without waiting on a monthly cycle.

Support is worth thinking about before you switch anyone's phone number. Grasshopper doesn't have a dedicated support team, and reviewers describe getting handed off between reps who don't focus on Grasshopper specifically, sometimes going quiet entirely when something breaks.[2] Since GoTo acquired Grasshopper, users also say new features have slowed down and the platform feels stagnant compared to newer VoIP options.[2]

If your business is growing or your headcount changes often, contracts and rigid plan tiers can end up costing you more than the sticker price suggests. Tonet skips long-term contracts entirely, so you're not locked into a plan sized for a team that's already changed shape by the time renewal comes around. That flexibility matters more than a slightly lower advertised starting price once you factor in what actually shows up on the bill.

Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I switch from Grasshopper to Tonet?

    Yes. You can port your existing phone numbers from Grasshopper to Tonet. The process takes 1-2 weeks, and your service continues uninterrupted during the transfer. There's no downtime.

    Is Tonet really $10/user/month?

    Yes. Plans start at $10/user/month and go up to $15/user/month depending on features. Phone numbers are $2.50/month each. There are no hidden fees, no setup costs, and no required add-ons. Billing is daily, so you only pay for days a user is active.

    Does Tonet work with desk phones?

    Yes. Tonet works with standard SIP desk phones (Yealink, Polycom, Grandstream, etc.), plus our mobile app for iOS and Android and a web-based softphone. Use any combination.

    What happens if I need help?

    Tonet provides direct support with real people. No tiered support systems, no chatbots-first. You talk to the team that built the product.

    Can I try it before committing?

    There's no long commitment to try. Add a small balance, test the full system for a day, and it costs you under a dollar. If it's not for you, cancel from your dashboard. No contracts, no cancellation fees.

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