OpenPhone vs Podium
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms. Last verified June 14, 2026.
The short answer
OpenPhone ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #8) for Businesses sending SMS for support, marketing, and appointment reminders. The best unified VoIP phone and team texting solution.
At a glance
| OpenPhone | Podium | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms | #8 / The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.5 | 7.8 |
| Best for | Best for integrated phone & text | Best for local service businesses |
| Pricing | $$ ($15 to $50/user/mo) | $$$ ($249 to $649+/mo) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | Lehi, USA |
| Founded | 2018 | 2014 |
OpenPhone
The best unified VoIP phone and team texting solution.
www.openphone.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms
Podium
An all-in-one interaction platform for local businesses.
www.podium.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Business Texting Software Platforms
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.