Free Conferencing Calls

We as consumers like the concept of a “test drive” and that applies to just about everything including cars, TV’s, even cell phones.  Savvy conference call providers are aware of this and they employ this in their marketing with the “try before you buy” strategy therefore marketing free conference call service.

The problem with this is many folks are expecting a totally free conference call service when in fact there getting a sample. That may sound crazy but people believe what they read and one must read between the lines before they pass judgment.  Nobody’s going to provide a totally free service without some form of backend payment, especially with conference call line volume.

Does this mean you should stay clear of conference call vendors who offer up free service, say for the first month?  Absolutely not, in fact you should seek out free trials so that you can run the call service through its paces.  Test out 3-4 vendors and look for the following features:

• Call clarity
• Number of open lines
• Cost for additional lines
• Muting features
• Bulk pricing options, etc

Keep in mind that once you find a Audio conference call provider that works for you, approach them on the pricing.  Let them know you what you planned call volume is and also let it be know that you’re comparing them with others.  If you keep bouncing from provider to provider you’re going to drive yourself nuts.  Find a plan that works and stick to it.  And remember, free conference calling usually means free for the first 30 days, or for the 1st 2 calls.