Replacement Guide

How to Build Your Own Aircall

Replace Aircall with a custom build. Cloud-based phone system for modern businesses

Weekend Project
40 features25 integrationsOne weekend

Estimated Timeline

Based on 40 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.

1
Setup & scaffolding
2 hours
2
Core features
4-6 hours
3
Polish & deploy
2 hours

Recommended Tech Stack

Next.js 14

Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components

Supabase

PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first styling for rapid UI development

Pusher / WebSockets

Real-time messaging and live updates

Key Features to Replicate

Top features across 8 categories. See all 40 features

Call Management(9 features)

Call Forwarding

Route calls to multiple devices or numbers with conditional forwarding rules.

Call Queuing

Automatic queue management with customizable wait messages and hold music.

Call Recording

Automatic and manual recording of inbound and outbound calls for quality assurance.

Call Transfer

Seamless transfer of calls between team members with warm or cold transfer options.

Caller ID Display

Display company name or custom number as caller ID when making outbound calls.

+4 more in this category

AI Features(3 features)

AI-Powered Call TranscriptionAIPremium

Automatic transcription of calls using artificial intelligence for searchable records.

Call InsightsAIPremium

AI-generated insights from call data to identify trends and coaching opportunities.

Sentiment AnalysisAIPremium

AI-powered analysis of customer sentiment during calls to identify satisfaction levels.

Automation(3 features)

Call DeflectionPremium

Automatically offer self-service options or callbacks to reduce queue wait times.

Call Scheduling

Book and schedule callbacks for customers at convenient times.

Custom Call WorkflowsPremium

Create automated workflows to trigger actions based on call events and conditions.

Integration(3 features)

Calendar Integration

Integration with Google Calendar and Outlook to check availability and schedule calls.

CRM Integration

Seamless integration with popular CRM platforms to display customer information.

WebhooksPremium

Send real-time call data to external applications via webhook integrations.

Security(3 features)

Compliance RecordingPremium

Compliant call recording with encryption and secure storage for regulated industries.

Role-Based Access ControlPremium

Granular permission management based on user roles and responsibilities.

Two-Factor Authentication

Enhanced security with two-factor authentication for account access.

Access(2 features)

Mobile App

Native iOS and Android applications for making and receiving calls on mobile devices.

Web Phone Interface

Browser-based phone interface accessible without software installation.

Agent Tools(2 features)

Call Whisper

Real-time information displayed to agents before they answer incoming calls.

Presence Management

Set availability status and automatic call routing based on agent presence.

Analytics(2 features)

Call Analytics

Real-time dashboards and reports on call metrics, performance, and team activity.

Performance ReportsPremium

Customizable reports on agent productivity, call metrics, and team performance.

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Aircall

Monthly$30/mo
Yearly$360/yr
5-Year Total$1.8k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $120
SaaS
$360
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $360
SaaS
$1.1k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $600
SaaS
$1.8k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 40 features at very easy complexity.

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