Grasshopper Review
Verdict: Grasshopper earns 4.3/5 from 2,100 reviews, ranking #5 of 5 voip tools we track. It suits Solopreneurs & micro-teams best. Cheap & simple is its standout strength, while not a full phone system is the main trade-off to weigh.
Our take on Grasshopper
Grasshopper adds a professional business number and call handling on top of your existing phone — ideal for solopreneurs and very small teams who don't need a full PBX.
Key features
- Business number(s)
- Call forwarding
- Voicemail transcription
- Business texting
- Mobile & desktop apps
Pros & cons
Pros
- Cheap & simple
- Works on your phone
- Quick setup
Cons
- Not a full phone system
- Limited team features
Who Grasshopper is for
A good fit if…
- • You are solopreneurs & micro-teams.
- • Your use case is solopreneurs.
- • Your use case is side businesses.
- • Your use case is separate work number.
- • Cheap & simple matters to you.
Look elsewhere if…
- • Not a full phone system would be a dealbreaker.
- • Limited team features would be a dealbreaker.
Grasshopper pricing
Full pricing breakdown →| Plan | Price | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| True Solo | $14/mo | $168 |
| Solo PlusPopular | $28/mo | $336 |
| Small Business | $80/mo | $960 |
How Grasshopper compares
| Measure | Grasshopper | Category average |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Starting price | $14/mo | $18/mo |
| Rank by rating | #5 of 5 | — |
| Public API | No | 3 of 4 offer one |
Integrations
Alternatives to consider
All Grasshopper alternatives →Bottom line on Grasshopper
4.3/5 · Paid · best for Solopreneurs & micro-teams
Frequently asked questions
Is Grasshopper worth it?+
Grasshopper is rated 4.3/5 across 2,100 reviews and is best suited to Solopreneurs & micro-teams. Cheap & simple is the standout strength; the main trade-off is not a full phone system.
What do users like most about Grasshopper?+
Cheap & simple, Works on your phone, Quick setup.
What are the downsides of Grasshopper?+
Not a full phone system, Limited team features. Whether these matter depends on your use case — see who it is and isn't for above.
How much does Grasshopper cost?+
Grasshopper starts at $14/mo. See the full plan breakdown on our Grasshopper pricing page.
How does Grasshopper compare with other voip tools?+
Among the 5 voip tools we track, Grasshopper ranks #5 by rating (4.3/5 vs a 4.4/5 category average).
What is Grasshopper best used for?+
Solopreneurs, Side businesses, Separate work number.