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Which Phone Number Should You Choose?

The Phone Number you choose sends a message about your business. Your customers and potential customers will learn a lot just from the contact number you publish. One way to choose a number or set of numbers is to look at your business goals and align the number's image with those goals. Each type of number tells your customers a different story, and choosing the right number can net you great business gains.

Questions that you can ask yourself include:

"Do I want to look like a local business or a national business?"

"Do I want customers to call the business as much as possible, or only when they really need to?"

Number Types

0845Find out more about
0845Number.com 0845 numbers
0845 Range Profile
Cost to callCost to call
The standard price people have to pay to call such a number (pence per minute inc VAT) from a BT landline. Where there is a difference, rates for calls made during daytime / evening / weekend periods are given. Costs to call UK geographic numbers are vague as most callers will be on a discount price plan.
4 / 2 / 1 ppm
Ownership CostsOwnership Costs
Is the cost of ownership fixed, variable, or is the number free?

Fixed - You pay for setup and monthly rental, but calls are generally included (see Free Forward)
Variable - You pay for setup and monthly rental, and then a per-minute charge for calls (NB: VoIP forwarding may result in a fixed cost option)
Free - There are no setup costs or monthly rental charges and (assuming you're not forwarding calls to an expensive destination) no call charges
Fixed
PayoutPayout
Some numbers earn money for you while calls are connected. What level of payouts might one expect?
PPayout level - small
Generally less than a penny/minute
Call from AbroadCall from Abroad
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from abroad?
* * *Calls from abroad - Quite Good
Mostly OK for occasional use by overseas callers - many international operators support the range, but not to be relied on
Call from MobileCall from Mobile
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from mobiles? It's usually a matter of cost
* * *Calls from mobiles - Pricey
Those calling from UK mobile phones are likely to be fleeced by their operator compared to callers from UK landlines
Free ForwardFree Forward
What destinations can numbers in this range divert to for free? In general, the more expensive the number is to call, the wider the range of free forwards
UK

0845 numbers (UK local-style rates)
Use this number to give your business a national image, and encourage your custimers or potential customers to call you with the local rate call charge.
Choose an 0845 number

0800Find out more about
0845Number.com 0800 numbers
0800 Range Profile
Cost to callCost to call
The standard price people have to pay to call such a number (pence per minute inc VAT) from a BT landline. Where there is a difference, rates for calls made during daytime / evening / weekend periods are given. Costs to call UK geographic numbers are vague as most callers will be on a discount price plan.
Free
Ownership CostsOwnership Costs
Is the cost of ownership fixed, variable, or is the number free?

Fixed - You pay for setup and monthly rental, but calls are generally included (see Free Forward)
Variable - You pay for setup and monthly rental, and then a per-minute charge for calls (NB: VoIP forwarding may result in a fixed cost option)
Free - There are no setup costs or monthly rental charges and (assuming you're not forwarding calls to an expensive destination) no call charges
Variable
PayoutPayout
Some numbers earn money for you while calls are connected. What level of payouts might one expect?
None
Call from AbroadCall from Abroad
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from abroad?
* * * *Calls from abroad - Very Good
OK for use by overseas callers - widely supported by international operators
Call from MobileCall from Mobile
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from mobiles? It's usually a matter of cost
* * *Calls from mobiles - Pricey
Those calling from UK mobile phones are likely to be fleeced by their operator compared to callers from UK landlines
Free ForwardFree Forward
What destinations can numbers in this range divert to for free? In general, the more expensive the number is to call, the wider the range of free forwards
None

0800 numbers (UK Freephone)
Often used with marketing campaigns, or as main sales line numbers, 0800 Freephone numbers are free for the caller (except from some mobile networks). If you are serious about growing business, you should consider 0800.
Choose an 0800 number

0871Find out more about
0845Number.com UK Local numbers
UK Local Range Profile
Cost to callCost to call
The standard price people have to pay to call such a number (pence per minute inc VAT) from a BT landline. Where there is a difference, rates for calls made during daytime / evening / weekend periods are given. Costs to call UK geographic numbers are vague as most callers will be on a discount price plan.
Low
Ownership CostsOwnership Costs
Is the cost of ownership fixed, variable, or is the number free?

Fixed - You pay for setup and monthly rental, but calls are generally included (see Free Forward)
Variable - You pay for setup and monthly rental, and then a per-minute charge for calls (NB: VoIP forwarding may result in a fixed cost option)
Free - There are no setup costs or monthly rental charges and (assuming you're not forwarding calls to an expensive destination) no call charges
Variable
PayoutPayout
Some numbers earn money for you while calls are connected. What level of payouts might one expect?
None
Call from AbroadCall from Abroad
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from abroad?
* * * * *Calls from abroad - Perfect
Ideal for use by overseas callers - all international operators must support this range
Call from MobileCall from Mobile
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from mobiles? It's usually a matter of cost
* * * * *Calls from mobiles - Good Deal
Those calling from UK mobile phones are likely to be able to pay from inclusive minutes, so will be perceived as virtually free
Free ForwardFree Forward
What destinations can numbers in this range divert to for free? In general, the more expensive the number is to call, the wider the range of free forwards
VoIP

UK Local numbers (for all UK area codes)
Perfect for creating a "local office" image, UK local area code numbers are often used by callout service providers such as plumbers and electricians.
Choose a UK Local number


0844Find out more about
0845Number.com 0844 numbers
0844 Range Profile
Cost to callCost to call
The standard price people have to pay to call such a number (pence per minute inc VAT) from a BT landline. Where there is a difference, rates for calls made during daytime / evening / weekend periods are given. Costs to call UK geographic numbers are vague as most callers will be on a discount price plan.
5 ppm
Ownership CostsOwnership Costs
Is the cost of ownership fixed, variable, or is the number free?

Fixed - You pay for setup and monthly rental, but calls are generally included (see Free Forward)
Variable - You pay for setup and monthly rental, and then a per-minute charge for calls (NB: VoIP forwarding may result in a fixed cost option)
Free - There are no setup costs or monthly rental charges and (assuming you're not forwarding calls to an expensive destination) no call charges
Fixed
PayoutPayout
Some numbers earn money for you while calls are connected. What level of payouts might one expect?
P PPayout level - modest
In the range 1 - 4 ppm
Call from AbroadCall from Abroad
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from abroad?
* *Calls from abroad - Medium
Not recommended for use by overseas callers - some international operators don't support the range
Call from MobileCall from Mobile
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from mobiles? It's usually a matter of cost
* * *Calls from mobiles - Pricey
Those calling from UK mobile phones are likely to be fleeced by their operator compared to callers from UK landlines
Free ForwardFree Forward
What destinations can numbers in this range divert to for free? In general, the more expensive the number is to call, the wider the range of free forwards
UK + Big34The Big34 includes 34 of the most popular call destinations - Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, USA

0844 numbers (new range, now available)
These will afford you a national, large cpmoany image and will also pay you a share of revenue when anybody calls in. Perfect if you are on a budget, or anticipate a large volume of calls that you will make revenue from.
Choose an 0844 number


0870Find out more about
0845Number.com 0870 numbers
0870 Range Profile
Cost to callCost to call
The standard price people have to pay to call such a number (pence per minute inc VAT) from a BT landline. Where there is a difference, rates for calls made during daytime / evening / weekend periods are given. Costs to call UK geographic numbers are vague as most callers will be on a discount price plan.
Low
Ownership CostsOwnership Costs
Is the cost of ownership fixed, variable, or is the number free?

Fixed - You pay for setup and monthly rental, but calls are generally included (see Free Forward)
Variable - You pay for setup and monthly rental, and then a per-minute charge for calls (NB: VoIP forwarding may result in a fixed cost option)
Free - There are no setup costs or monthly rental charges and (assuming you're not forwarding calls to an expensive destination) no call charges
Variable
PayoutPayout
Some numbers earn money for you while calls are connected. What level of payouts might one expect?
None
Call from AbroadCall from Abroad
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from abroad?
* *Calls from abroad - Medium
Not recommended for use by overseas callers - some international operators don't support the range
Call from MobileCall from Mobile
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from mobiles? It's usually a matter of cost
* * * * *Calls from mobiles - Good Deal
Those calling from UK mobile phones are likely to be able to pay from inclusive minutes, so will be perceived as virtually free
Free ForwardFree Forward
What destinations can numbers in this range divert to for free? In general, the more expensive the number is to call, the wider the range of free forwards
VoIP

0870 numbers (UK national-style rates)
Another national rate number type.
Choose an 0870 number

0871Find out more about
0845Number.com 0871 numbers
0871 Range Profile
Cost to callCost to call
The standard price people have to pay to call such a number (pence per minute inc VAT) from a BT landline. Where there is a difference, rates for calls made during daytime / evening / weekend periods are given. Costs to call UK geographic numbers are vague as most callers will be on a discount price plan.
10 ppm
Ownership CostsOwnership Costs
Is the cost of ownership fixed, variable, or is the number free?

Fixed - You pay for setup and monthly rental, but calls are generally included (see Free Forward)
Variable - You pay for setup and monthly rental, and then a per-minute charge for calls (NB: VoIP forwarding may result in a fixed cost option)
Free - There are no setup costs or monthly rental charges and (assuming you're not forwarding calls to an expensive destination) no call charges
Fixed
PayoutPayout
Some numbers earn money for you while calls are connected. What level of payouts might one expect?
P P PPayout level - generous In the range 4 - 7 ppm
Call from AbroadCall from Abroad
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from abroad?
* *Calls from abroad - Medium
Not recommended for use by overseas callers - some international operators don't support the range
Call from MobileCall from Mobile
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from mobiles? It's usually a matter of cost
* *Calls from mobiles - Expensive
Those calling from UK mobile phones are likely to be fleeced by their operator compared to callers from UK landlines
Free ForwardFree Forward
What destinations can numbers in this range divert to for free? In general, the more expensive the number is to call, the wider the range of free forwards
UK + Mob4One of the main UK mobile networks (O2, Vodafone, Orange or T-Mobile). Note that 3 is a little more expensive + Big34The Big34 includes 34 of the most popular call destinations - Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, USA [P]

0871 numbers (UK/Euro numbers)
A National rate number with free call forwarding to many countries in the world. 0871 numbers are great for companies wishing to establish a UK presence, or for workers who travel the world and want calls forwarded to them wherever they are.
Choose an 0871 number

07-DFind out more about
0845Number.com 070 D-rate numbers
070-D Range Profile
Cost to callCost to call
The standard price people have to pay to call such a number (pence per minute inc VAT) from a BT landline. Where there is a difference, rates for calls made during daytime / evening / weekend periods are given. Costs to call UK geographic numbers are vague as most callers will be on a discount price plan.
16.7/9.9/9.9
Ownership CostsOwnership Costs
Is the cost of ownership fixed, variable, or is the number free?

Fixed - You pay for setup and monthly rental, but calls are generally included (see Free Forward)
Variable - You pay for setup and monthly rental, and then a per-minute charge for calls (NB: VoIP forwarding may result in a fixed cost option)
Free - There are no setup costs or monthly rental charges and (assuming you're not forwarding calls to an expensive destination) no call charges
Free
PayoutPayout
Some numbers earn money for you while calls are connected. What level of payouts might one expect?
None
Call from AbroadCall from Abroad
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from abroad?
* *Calls from abroad - Medium
Not recommended for use by overseas callers - some international operators don't support the range
Call from MobileCall from Mobile
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from mobiles? It's usually a matter of cost
* *Calls from mobiles - Expensive
Those calling from UK mobile phones are likely to be fleeced by their operator compared to callers from UK landlines
Free ForwardFree Forward
What destinations can numbers in this range divert to for free? In general, the more expensive the number is to call, the wider the range of free forwards
UK + Big34The Big34 includes 34 of the most popular call destinations - Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, USA +

07-D numbers ('world office' numbers)
these are free numbers which also have free diversion to many countries bundled in. Perfect for the individual who travels the world and needs a central number and answerphone.
Choose an 07-D number

07-KFind out more about
0845Number.com 070 K-rate numbers
070-K Range Profile
Cost to callCost to call
The standard price people have to pay to call such a number (pence per minute inc VAT) from a BT landline. Where there is a difference, rates for calls made during daytime / evening / weekend periods are given. Costs to call UK geographic numbers are vague as most callers will be on a discount price plan.
16.7/9.9/9.9
Ownership CostsOwnership Costs
Is the cost of ownership fixed, variable, or is the number free?

Fixed - You pay for setup and monthly rental, but calls are generally included (see Free Forward)
Variable - You pay for setup and monthly rental, and then a per-minute charge for calls (NB: VoIP forwarding may result in a fixed cost option)
Free - There are no setup costs or monthly rental charges and (assuming you're not forwarding calls to an expensive destination) no call charges
Free
PayoutPayout
Some numbers earn money for you while calls are connected. What level of payouts might one expect?
None
Call from AbroadCall from Abroad
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from abroad?
* *Calls from abroad - Medium
Not recommended for use by overseas callers - some international operators don't support the range
Call from MobileCall from Mobile
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from mobiles? It's usually a matter of cost
* *Calls from mobiles - Expensive
Those calling from UK mobile phones are likely to be fleeced by their operator compared to callers from UK landlines
Free ForwardFree Forward
What destinations can numbers in this range divert to for free? In general, the more expensive the number is to call, the wider the range of free forwards
UK + Mobile +

07-K numbers ('world mobile' numbers)
Personal numbers (beginning 070059) ideal for roaming business people or employees 'in the field'... with free call forwarding to UK landlines, UK mobiles and landlines in over 180 countries. But see 0871, which can do much of this at lower caller rates.
Choose an 07-K number

07-PN2Find out more about
0845Number.com 070 PN2-rate numbers
070-PN2 Range Profile
Cost to callCost to call
The standard price people have to pay to call such a number (pence per minute inc VAT) from a BT landline. Where there is a difference, rates for calls made during daytime / evening / weekend periods are given. Costs to call UK geographic numbers are vague as most callers will be on a discount price plan.
50 ppm
Ownership CostsOwnership Costs
Is the cost of ownership fixed, variable, or is the number free?

Fixed - You pay for setup and monthly rental, but calls are generally included (see Free Forward)
Variable - You pay for setup and monthly rental, and then a per-minute charge for calls (NB: VoIP forwarding may result in a fixed cost option)
Free - There are no setup costs or monthly rental charges and (assuming you're not forwarding calls to an expensive destination) no call charges
Free
PayoutPayout
Some numbers earn money for you while calls are connected. What level of payouts might one expect?
None
Call from AbroadCall from Abroad
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from abroad?
* *Calls from abroad - Medium
Not recommended for use by overseas callers - some international operators don't support the range
Call from MobileCall from Mobile
How suitable is this range if you wish to receive a significant number of calls from mobiles? It's usually a matter of cost
*Calls from mobiles - Very Expensive
Those calling from UK mobile phones are likely to be fleeced by their operator compared to callers from UK landlines
Free ForwardFree Forward
What destinations can numbers in this range divert to for free? In general, the more expensive the number is to call, the wider the range of free forwards
Most of World

07-PN2 numbers ('personal number 2' numbers)
07-PN2 numbers (beginning 0707) are  for those who need to forward their calls to traditionally more expensive destinations for free.  07-PN2 numbers can forward calls to UK landlines and mobiles, up to 180 International landlines, and over 40 International mobile destinations for free.
Choose an 07-PN2 number

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