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The Best Alternative for Blueface Ex-Customers in Ireland

June 10, 2024
phone system for small business

Comcast, the American cable TV and telecom giant, is set to pull the plug on its Irish telecoms-over-internet business, Blueface. Despite investing over €32 million since acquiring the firm in 2020, Comcast is now winding down Blueface's operations.

As Blueface prepares to exit the Irish market, many businesses are left searching for a reliable alternative to ensure their communication needs are seamlessly met. Quicktalk stands out as the premier choice for Blueface ex-customers, offering a robust and feature-rich solution that caters to modern business demands. Here's why Quicktalk is the best alternative for your business.

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Table Of Content
  • Why Choose Quicktalk?
  • How to Switch to Quicktalk
  • Other Blueface alternatives
  • Conclusion

Why Choose Quicktalk?

As Blueface exits the Irish market, Quicktalk stands out as the ideal alternative for small businesses in need of a comprehensive and user-friendly phone system. Our seamless transition process, advanced features, and competitive pricing ensure that Quicktalk delivers top-notch communication solutions for your business. Make the switch to Quicktalk today and experience the difference.

Keep your number

Quicktalk offers a free number porting service. This means it's a seamless transition to take your current Blueface number to Quicktalk. We'll ensure zero disruption to your day to day business operations.

Easy to use

You don't need a degree in rocket science to use Quicktalk. The interface is refreshingly designed to be easy to use. The setup only takes a few minutes and you're ready to roll. You can do everything yourself.

Cheaper alternative

Quicktalk offers a single pricing plan of €19 per month per company. This includes 3 users who can receive and make unlimited calls with your business' number. Each additional user will add an additional cost of €10 per month per user. You can also add more phone numbers for an additional cost of €5 per month per number.

No contracts, paperwork or commitment periods

With Quicktalk you're not tied into any contracts. You don't need to sign any paperwork. Just sign up through the website and cancel whenever you want.

Manage customer calls from PC

Just connect to app.quicktalk.com for unlimited inbound and outbound calls with your business number. 3 users can call simultaneously on the same number.

Manage customer calls from Mobile

Redirect calls to your mobile from your company number at no extra cost. Make outgoing calls from your personal mobile phone and display your company number as the caller ID.

World class customer service

From the moment you sign up you'll receive a welcome call from your new account manager. We are here for you by phone, email or social media. Choose how you want to reach out and speak to us. Our team is happy to answer any questions you may have.

Reliable Service

Quicktalk is one of the most reliable telecom operators in Ireland operating in Europe for over 15 years. Our phone system is supported by our robust data center infrastructure located in the EU (GDPR compliant).

Simple plans and features

With the closure of Blueface, Quicktalk is the perfect alternative for small businesses seeking an easy-to-use and efficient way to manage customer calls without the hassle and expense of a complicated phone system.

  • During work hours forward calls from the number to your mobile or computer and make unlimited calls to your customers
  • A simple interface to create a branded voice greeting, automated menus and hold music for customer calls.
  • After-hours route all calls to a dedicated business voicemail and enjoy a better work life balance.

Key Features of Quicktalk

  • Excellent call quality: Enjoy crystal-clear call quality with our advanced VoIP technology.
  • Call forwarding: forward calls to one or multiple mobile phones to manage your business calls on the go
  • Mobile app: use the mobile app to track all your calls and make outbound calls presenting your business number at no additional cost.
  • Branded phone greetings: create branded phone greetings easy and quick.
  • Customizable Call Routing: Direct calls to the right person or department efficiently with an easy-to-use phone system.
  • Voicemail to Email: Never miss an important message with voicemails sent directly to your email.
  • Detailed Analytics and call recording: find detailed call logs with call recording and call analytics to follow up on your call activity closely.

How to Switch to Quicktalk

Switching to Quicktalk is easy and straightforward. Follow these simple steps to get started:

  • Create Your Account: Sign up online and pick a temporary number
  • Easy to user interface: Set up your phone system, add new users, manage open and out of hours, branded voice greetings, call recording and a dedicated business voicemail
  • Welcome call: Enjoy a complimentary welcome call from your account manager to ensure everything is set up to your liking and to start the process of porting your number.
  • Number Porting: Our team will let you know the time and date when your number will be ported.

Other Blueface alternatives

Nuacom

Nuacom offers a comprehensive small business phone system designed to streamline communication. Their pricing plans start at €19.99 per user per month which makes it more expensive than Quicktalk.

Nuacom's features include virtual receptionists, call recording, and detailed call analytics, ensuring that businesses have all the tools needed for effective communication. Activation is straightforward, with most businesses up and running within a day, supported by their customer service team to ensure a smooth transition.

Vodafone

Vodafone provides a reliable small business phone system with plans starting from €25 per month. Known for their extensive network coverage, Vodafone's business solutions include features like call forwarding, voicemail to email, and unified communications that integrate mobile and fixed lines.

Activation is quick and easy, often completed within a couple of days, and businesses benefit from Vodafone's robust support network and disaster recovery plans, ensuring continuity and reliability.

Goldfish

Goldfish offers flexible but not so cost-effective phone systems for small businesses, with pricing that ranges between €5 and €40 - but this doesn't include call minutes.

Their features include call queuing, virtual numbers, and an intuitive online dashboard for managing calls. Goldfish is particularly noted for its easy setup process, with businesses able to activate their phone systems within minutes.

EIR

EIR delivers a comprehensive small business phone system with pricing starting at €20 per user per month. EIR's solutions are packed with features such as auto-attendant, conference calling, and integration with CRM systems.

The activation process is streamlined, typically taking one to two days, with EIR providing full support during setup to ensure minimal disruption. EIR's robust infrastructure and disaster recovery options make it a dependable choice for small businesses.

Circle Loop

Circle Loop offers a modern and flexible phone system for small businesses, with prices starting at €15 per month per user. Key features include call analytics, voicemail transcription, and integrations with popular business tools like Slack and HubSpot.

Activation is fast, often within a few minutes, thanks to their user-friendly online platform. Circle Loop's support team is readily available to assist with any setup or operational queries, ensuring that businesses can efficiently manage their communications from day one.

Conclusion

As Blueface exits the Irish market, Quicktalk is the best alternative for small businesses seeking an all inclusive easy to use phone system. With our seamless transition process, advanced features, and competitive pricing, Quicktalk is committed to providing the best communication solutions for your business. Make the switch today. You won't regret it.

For more information, visit our website or contact our sales team to discuss how Quicktalk can meet your business communication needs.

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