WhatsApp Calling vs Viber: which is better for international calls?
WhatsApp Calling and Viber side by side, with QuikRing as the browser-based alternative that needs no app and no subscription.
First minute free to select destinations, with a verified email.
WhatsApp Calling
Calls between WhatsApp users only: the person you're calling must also have the app installed.
Viber
A calling and messaging app with its own account and app download, plus a separate paid add-on (Viber Out) to call real phone numbers.
| Feature comparison | QuikRingRecommended | WhatsApp Calling | Viber |
|---|---|---|---|
| No app required — works in your browser | Yes | No | No |
| First minute free on eligible destinations | Yes | No | No |
| Sign up with just an email | Yes | No | No |
| Sign up without a phone number | Yes | No | No |
Details checked October 1, 2026. Plans and availability can change.
Or use QuikRing when…
You don't want to choose between WhatsApp Calling and Viber at all — you just need to place one call, right now, to a real phone number, from whatever browser tab you already have open.
Ready to make international calls with HD audio?
First minute free to select destinations, with a verified email.
Frequently asked questions
Why choose QuikRing over WhatsApp Calling or Viber?
QuikRing calls real mobile and landline numbers from your browser, at a per-minute price shown before you dial.
Do I need an app to use QuikRing?
No. QuikRing runs in the browser on your laptop, tablet or phone. You sign up with an email address, add credit and dial.
Can I use QuikRing from any country?
From most countries, yes. QuikRing works in any browser and signing up needs only an email address. A few territories are excluded by US export-control rules, and the Terms list them. The destinations you can call, with their rates, are listed on the Rates page.