VoIP Savings Calculator
Find out how much you can save every month by switching from your traditional phone line (Bell, Rogers, Vidéotron) to VoIP phone service.
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Your potential savings
You save 77% on your phone bill!
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How does this calculator work?
Our VoIP savings calculator compares your current landline bill with our residential VoIP plans. It takes into account:
- Your base plan with Bell, Rogers, Vidéotron or another provider
- Long-distance and U.S. calls billed per minute by the traditional provider (40¢/min on Bell Lite)
- Our VoIP plan, where Canada/U.S. calling is included
The difference represents your potential savings. Compared with Bell ($60.49 CAD) or Vidéotron ($52 CAD), most customers save about $38 to $47 per month — more than $450 to $560 per year.
Frequently asked questions
Are the savings realistic?
Are there any hidden fees?
Can I keep my phone number?
Is the call quality comparable?
Why are you paying so much for your phone line?
Canada's big phone companies — Bell, Rogers, Vidéotron, Telus — have kept their rates high for decades. Even with the arrival of high-speed Internet, prices for traditional landlines haven't come down. On the contrary, they keep going up every year.
The reason? These companies count on consumer inertia. Many Canadians keep paying $52, $60 or even $75 per month for a simple phone line, often because they don't know about the alternatives or believe that switching providers is complicated.
With VoIP phone service, you can get the same service — and often better — for a fraction of the price. Our calculator above shows you exactly how much you could save.
The hidden fees of traditional providers
Your phone bill is often higher than the advertised price. Here are the extra fees that Bell, Rogers and Vidéotron typically add:
Caller ID
Not included on Bell Lite (you need the Choice plan at $75.49/month, +$15). Included free with VoIP.
Voicemail
Not included on Bell Lite (Choice plan at $75.49/month). Included at Vidéotron. Included free with VoIP.
Call waiting
$3 to $5/month for this basic feature. Included free with VoIP.
Long distance
On Bell Lite: 40¢/min + $2.95 network charge. Unlimited Canada/USA calling included with VoIP (except Lite: 600 min).
911 service fees
$0.50 to $1.50/month depending on the province. Charged by all providers.
Equipment rental
$5 to $10/month for the phone modem. Equipment included with our VoIP plans.
Total potential hidden fees: $25 to $40/month
That's what you save on top of the base rate by switching to VoIP!
Price comparison: traditional phone vs VoIP
Here are the public rates consulted on September 2, 2026 for a residential phone line. Bell Lite does not include caller ID or voicemail (Choice plan at $75.49); Vidéotron includes them:
| Provider | Base rate | With add-ons | Savings/year vs VoIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Home phone Lite | $60.49 CAD/month | $75.49 CAD/monthChoice, features included | ~$560 to $740/year |
| Vidéotron Home line Plus | $52.00 CAD/month | $52.00 CAD/monthCommon features included | ~$460/year |
| Our VoIP plan | from $6.99 USD/month | $9.99 USD/month*≈ $13.80 CAD | Baseline |
*All features are included: caller ID, voicemail, unlimited Canada/USA calling, call forwarding, call waiting, and more. Competitor rates consulted on September 2, 2026. Annual savings calculated from our Standard plan ($9.99 USD ≈ $13.80 CAD/month). Rogers Voice is only offered as an add-on to an existing bundle (availability and price depend on your address) — see the details on our cheap residential phone line page.
Real savings examples from our customers
Here are a few concrete examples of savings achieved by Canadian families who switched to VoIP:
The Tremblay family
Montréal, QC
The Singh family
Ottawa, ON
Mr. Gagnon (retired)
Québec, QC
How to maximize your phone savings
Here are our tips for saving as much as possible on your phone bill:
Assess your real needs
Do you really need all the add-ons on your current bill? Our $9.99 USD/month Standard plan (or Lite at $6.99 USD/month) includes everything most families need. Use the calculator above to see your savings.
Keep your phone number
Many people hesitate to switch providers for fear of losing their number. Good news: number porting is simple and takes 5-10 business days. You keep your current number!
Take advantage of unlimited calling
With VoIP, long-distance calls within Canada and to the United States are included. If you often call family in other provinces or in the USA, your savings will be even greater.
Cut out the extras
If you have a cell phone and a landline, ask yourself whether you really need both. Many of our customers use VoIP as their main line and save even more.
Projected savings over 5 years
Small monthly savings add up quickly. Here's what you could save over 5 years depending on your current provider:
If you leave Bell ($60.49/month)
If you leave Vidéotron ($52/month)
Think about it: $2,000 to $3,000 in savings over 5 years is a family trip, a new television, or simply more money in your pocket every month.
Frequently asked questions about VoIP savings
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What our customers say about their savings
"I had been paying Bell $62 a month for 15 years. I can't believe I waited so long to make the switch. The quality is identical and I'm saving over $50 a month!"
— Diane L., Laval
"As a retiree, every dollar counts. With my $460 in savings per year, I treat myself to an extra trip annually. Thank you for this affordable service!"
— Robert M., Sherbrooke
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