Around vs Grasshopper
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and integrations.
Quick Verdict
Around offers fewer features (38 vs 45) and fewer integrations (27 vs 30). Starting price: Around at $15/mo vs Grasshopper at $9.99/mo. Around has 35 unique features while Grasshopper has 42 unique features, with 3 features in common.
| Around | Grasshopper | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Communication & Collaboration | Communication & Collaboration |
| Total Features | 38 | 45 |
| AI-Powered Features | 11 | 1 |
| Starting Price | $15/mo | $9.99/mo |
| Pricing Tiers | 4 | 4 |
| Integrations | 27 | 30 |
| Shared Features | 3 | |
| Shared Integrations | 13 | |
| Data Quality | 69% | 73% |
Feature Comparison by Category
AI Features (4 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| AI Keyword Extraction | ||
| AI Meeting Summaries | ||
| AI Meeting Transcription | ||
| Speaker Identification |
Access (0 vs 2)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile App | ||
| Multi-Device Sync |
Administration (2 vs 1)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Admin Controls | ||
| Capacity Planning | ||
| User Roles and Permissions |
Analytics (3 vs 3)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Call Analytics | ||
| Call Metrics Dashboard | ||
| Call Transcription | ||
| Meeting Analytics | ||
| Meeting Insights Dashboard | ||
| Team Insights Reports |
Audio (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Quality Enhancement |
Automation (0 vs 1)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Auto Responder |
Call Management (0 vs 4)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Call Blocking | ||
| Call Queue Management | ||
| Call Screening | ||
| Call Transfer |
Call Routing (0 vs 3)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Call Forwarding Rules | ||
| Extension System | ||
| IVR System |
Collaboration (2 vs 1)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Conference Calling | ||
| Real-time Collaboration Tools | ||
| Screen Sharing |
Communication (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Chat Integration |
Compliance (1 vs 1)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance Reporting | ||
| Enterprise Audit Logs |
Contacts (0 vs 1)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Management |
Core (0 vs 9)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Call Forwarding | ||
| Call Recording | ||
| Fax to Email | ||
| International Calling | ||
| Local Phone Numbers | ||
| Toll-Free Numbers | ||
| Unlimited Local Numbers | ||
| Vanity Numbers | ||
| Voicemail to Email |
Customization (1 vs 5)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Business Hours Settings | ||
| Caller ID Customization | ||
| Custom Branding | ||
| Custom Greetings | ||
| Do Not Disturb Mode |
Developer Tools (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| API Access |
Engagement (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Meeting Polls |
Integration (0 vs 2)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| API Access | ||
| Call Logging to CRM |
Localization (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-language Support |
Meeting Management (3 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Breakout Rooms | ||
| Meeting Scheduling | ||
| One-click Meetings |
Messaging (0 vs 5)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk SMS | ||
| Message Scheduling | ||
| Message Templates | ||
| SMS Messaging | ||
| SMS Read Receipts |
Mobile (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile App |
Notifications (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Meeting Reminders |
Performance (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Bandwidth Optimization |
Personalization (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Backgrounds |
Productivity (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Action Item Tracking |
Recording (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Meeting Recording |
Search (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Searchable Meeting Library |
Security (3 vs 2)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Backup and Recovery | ||
| Guest Access | ||
| Participant Management | ||
| Password Protection | ||
| SSO Integration |
Storage (2 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Meeting Recordings Cloud Storage | ||
| Video Archive Management |
Support (0 vs 1)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Priority Support |
Team (0 vs 3)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Availability Status | ||
| Call Monitoring | ||
| Team Dashboard |
Tracking (0 vs 1)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Call History |
Video Quality (1 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| HD Video Quality |
Workspace (4 vs 0)
| Feature | Around | Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Workspace Rooms | ||
| Meeting Templates | ||
| Persistent Virtual Offices | ||
| Presence Awareness |
Unique Features
Only in Around (35)
Admin Controls
Capacity Planning
AI Keyword Extraction
AI Meeting Summaries
AI Meeting Transcription
Speaker Identification
Meeting Analytics
Meeting Insights Dashboard
Team Insights Reports
Audio Quality Enhancement
Real-time Collaboration Tools
Screen Sharing
Chat Integration
Enterprise Audit Logs
Meeting Polls
Multi-language Support
Breakout Rooms
Meeting Scheduling
One-click Meetings
Meeting Reminders
+ 15 more unique features
Only in Grasshopper (42)
Multi-Device Sync
User Roles and Permissions
Call Analytics
Call Metrics Dashboard
Call Transcription
Auto Responder
Call Blocking
Call Queue Management
Call Screening
Call Transfer
Call Forwarding Rules
Extension System
IVR System
Conference Calling
Compliance Reporting
Contact Management
Call Forwarding
Call Recording
Fax to Email
International Calling
+ 22 more unique features
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