International & UK CallChecker discussion

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This thread is specifically to discuss the content of the

The UK & International CallChecker

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If there is a provider you think should be added to either CallChecker please email [EMAIL="callchecker@moneysavingexpert.com"]callchecker@moneysavingexpert.com[/EMAIL] with details of at least one destination or call type it is cheapest for and it will be considered.

See the old discussion thread.

eagertosave

Hi
If u search to call India Landline from your Landline, u see an option with Mondotalk. It says it is 0p/min. That means its free! But I dont see how it is free. It is free for PC-to-PC calls. But so are all the IMs. The query is for Landlines. Is that an error or am I missing something?

Thanks

crazyvish

It was quite interesting to note that MSE has come up with something like this - finding cheap call provider. Congratulations for whoever has come up with this idea. I do know there are other websites which provide similar information. But I believe MSE's list is unbiased.

I was about to report regarding Teletop and MondoTalk. eagertosave has already mentioned the catch I found regarding MondoTalk.

Regarding Teletop, it charges 5p connection fee which I think was missed including in your database.

MarkJMartz

I've been looking for a list of Primus call charges (specifically for these non-geographic override numbers) but couldn't find them. How did MSE get them?

utilitybroker

MarkJMartz wrote: »

I've been looking for a list of Primus call charges (specifically for these non-geographic override numbers) but couldn't find them. How did MSE get them?

You would have to ask primus what they charge for 0844/0871 calls as the only call info they publish is this

http://www.primussaver.co.uk/HomePhone.aspx

You might be better off by using www.localphone.com for your intl calls if you have inclusive minutes as their is no connection charge unlike 0844/0871 access.

Also consider www.18185.co.uk

Heinz

MarkJMartz wrote: »

I've been looking for a list of Primus call charges (specifically for these non-geographic override numbers) but couldn't find them. How did MSE get them?

That's an interesting question.

They must be online somewhere because MSE very specifically states:

It's important you understand the strengths and limitations of this MSE tool. The prices are computer generated and while we aim to provide the best information possible, it's not perfect and there can be errors.

Additionally, I know they're updated overnight by an automated 'trawl'.

Crabman

Anyone know what the VOIPCheap start-up fee per call is? They make reference to it on their site but I've been unable to locate what the actual charge is.

The 10.9 connection fee for the 0844 providers is ridiculous, OfCOM should stop BT and other landline providers from stifling fair competition in this way.

wdywuk

what are the thoughts about tesco's international calling card?

currently they have a 50% off (£10 credit for £5) offer.

the rates seem pretty competitive too - cheaper than the tool offers up for some countries

derektomblin

This is shown as the cheapest provider to Georgia at .5p/min with a 5p connection fee. However the access number is 'at normal provider's rates' so is the total cost of the international call- 'normal rate' PLUS .5p/ min which could be a lot more expensive than the cheap rates from landlines at 2p/min only? Can anybody who has used this service please advise. Thank you.

Heinz

[STRIKE]The clocks on the International CallChecker are wildly inaccurate - at 12:48pm GMT it was showing the time in Norway was 00:18 hours and, in France, 14:48 hours!

I've reported it again to admin.
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Fixed 14:24 GMT 6-1-11

vji6697

This is great.

Just wish there was a Virgin (Call International) checker now