Sideline vs. Google Voice

Google Voice is a nice option for businesses since it offers several tiers of service that can be scaled to meet their needs. However, for personal users, the functionality and features are standard—if not limited.
Sideline powers millions of phone numbers with patented, carrier-level call quality and unlimited texting while boasting a wide variety of features to make communicating with your 2nd number more convenient.
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Sideline

Sideline

Google Voice

Google Voice

2nd Phone Number

Choose a reliable 2nd number with unlimited calling, texting, and voicemail. Learn More

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Personalized Number Combinations

Select a local area code of your choice and search for memorable letter and number combinations.

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Patented Carrier Call Quality

Unlike Google Voice, Sideline uses proprietary technology to connect calls via your cellular network for unrivaled reliability.

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Unified Inbox

Sideline streamlines your communication by managing calls and texts in one place.

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Advanced Caller ID

Sideline displays a suggested name for incoming callers to help you identify and prioritize them.

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Auto-Reply to Calls & Texts

Automatically respond to missed calls and texts whenever you’re busy. Learn More

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Multiple Voicemails

Create and manage multiple voicemail greetings for different circumstances.

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Verification Codes

Unless you port your native number into Google Voice, you cannot receive verification codes for account authentication.

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Live In-App Chat

Have questions or need help? Get help immediately via live chat through the app!

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Follow your calling.

Sideline gives you a 2nd number with all the communication tools you need to start, work, grow, and pursue your passion.

Try it free for 7 days — Only $14.49/mo after

Available for iOS and Android.

Here's what users are saying about Sideline:

5 Stars Rating

"A+ Great APP and excellent for business use. The app just works so much better than Google Voice!"

- SethMickle, Sideline User

5 Stars Rating

"I definitely recommend Sideline over something like Line2 or spending with grasshopper. Great app guys!"

- Osei Jenkins, Sideline User

5 Stars Rating

"I choose these guys over Vonage and Line2... I've had all three. Sideline is hands down the best!"

- OmegaPsiPhi, Sideline User