When Ooma Doesn't Work
Ooma's World Plan costs $17.99/month whether you call or not. Callana is pay-as-you-go — no subscription, no hardware.
Feature Comparison
See how Callana compares to Ooma for international calling
| Feature | Ooma | Callana |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | Monthly subscription ($17.99/mo) / per-minute | Pay as you go |
| Browser-Based | ✗ | ✓ |
| Pay As You Go | ✓ | ✓ |
| Caller ID Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Countries Supported | 70 | 222 |
| Call Quality | VoIP | HD |
| Status | Active | Active |
Ooma vs Callana
| Ooma | Callana | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly fee | $17.99/mo | None |
| Hardware required | Yes (Ooma Telo) | No |
| Works from browser | No | Yes |
| Countries included | 70 (World Plan) | 222 |
| Pay only when you call | No (subscription) | Yes |
When you need to make a phone call
Occasional international calls
Don't pay $17.99/month for calls you make once a week.
More than 70 countries
Callana covers 222 countries. Ooma's plan covers 70.
No hardware
No Ooma Telo device. Just your browser.
Rates to Popular Destinations
Pay-as-you-go per-minute rates. No subscriptions, no hidden fees.
Frequently asked questions
Is Callana cheaper than Ooma for international calls?
Ooma's World Plan costs $17.99/month for unlimited calls to 70+ countries, plus per-minute rates starting around $0.029/min for other destinations. If you make frequent calls to countries in Ooma's plan, the subscription may be cost-effective. For occasional callers or destinations outside the plan, Callana's pay-as-you-go pricing with no monthly fee is typically more affordable.
Does Callana require hardware like the Ooma Telo?
No. Ooma's home phone service requires the Ooma Telo adapter (around $100 one-time cost) plus a monthly subscription. Callana is entirely browser-based with no hardware needed — just open callana.app on any device with a web browser and internet connection.
How does Callana's country coverage compare to Ooma?
Callana supports calls to 222 countries and territories with per-minute rates. Ooma's World Plan covers about 70 countries with their subscription, with per-minute rates for additional destinations. Callana offers broader coverage without requiring a monthly commitment.
Can I use Callana on my computer like Ooma's app?
Yes, and more easily. While Ooma offers a mobile app, Callana works directly in any modern web browser — no app download required. You can call from your laptop, desktop, tablet, or phone browser. There is nothing to install or keep updated.
Ready to call a real phone number abroad?
Open your browser, add credit, and dial. No app required.