VICIdial™ Pricing: Free to Download, Expensive to Maintain
Yes, VICIdial is open-source—no license fees. But self-hosting? That’s where the real costs sneak in.
🧾 What Self-Hosting VICIdial Really Costs
| Expense | Estimated Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Server hosting (dedicated/VPS) | $80 – $150 |
| Admin time or freelance IT help | $200 – $600+ |
| Downtime & call failures | $$ (lost sales) |
| Software updates & security patches | Time or contractor fees |
| CRM & SMS integration work | One-time + ongoing dev cost |
➡️ Realistic monthly total: $300–$800+, not including your time, stress, or missed calls.
💡 The Hidden Costs Most People Miss
- ⏳ Time Lost to Setup & Maintenance: Installation and updates eat days—not hours.
- 💻 DIY = Risky Business: Misconfigurations can result in call drops or security risks.
- 🧩 Integrations Are Never “One and Done”: CRM and SMS syncing usually requires custom dev work.
✅ The eTollFree Hosted Alternative
For just $99/month, you get:
- ✔ Fully hosted & maintained VICIdial
- 🚀 Instant activation—live in under an hour
- 🔗 CRM, SMS & automation integrations included
- 📞 24/7 emergency support: $60/hr (if needed)
- 📥 Inbound DID service: just $0.30 per number
- 📤 Optional outbound voice termination
- 💸 Flat pricing. No contracts. No surprises.
🧠 Do the Math
| Item | Self-Hosted | eTollFree Hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Dialer Software | Free | Included |
| Server Hosting | $80–$150/mo | Included |
| Setup & Maintenance | $200–$600+ | Included |
| Tech Support | $100–$300/hr | $60/hr emergency (optional) |
| CRM Integration | Dev time or Zapier | Plug-and-play |
| Total | $300–$800+/mo | $99/mo flat |
📉 Stop Paying With Time, Money, and Stress
VICIdial isn’t truly free if it’s costing you hours, headaches, and lost sales. With eTollFree, you get everything you need—without the pain.
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