New Options: 3CX Basic Edition & 4SC Basic Free
3CX has introduced two new entry-level options designed for small deployments and simple telephony needs:
1️⃣ Basic Edition (Paid)
2️⃣ 4SC Basic Free (Free Tier)
Both provide modern VoIP calling features without complex integrations or AI functionality.
Who the Basic Edition Is For
The Basic Edition is aimed at:
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Small businesses starting with VoIP
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Home offices or simple setups
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Testing environments or labs
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Hobbyists experimenting with PBX systems
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Organizations that only need core telephony
It’s designed as a simple starting point that can scale later to PRO or Enterprise editions.
Core Features Included
Basic Edition focuses on reliable telephony and simple management:
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☎️ Core voice features
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Intercom & Paging
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BLF (Busy Lamp Field)
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User sync with Google or Microsoft
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Single Sign-On (SSO)
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Basic reporting
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️ Modern secure architecture
Not included
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AI features
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Advanced integrations
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CRM integrations
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Complex automation workflows
Basic Edition Pricing (Simultaneous Calls)
| Simultaneous Calls | Price | Max Extensions |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | FREE | 10 |
| 8 | $300 | 40 |
| 16 | $600 | 80 |
| 24 | $825 | 120 |
| 32 | $1,015 | 192 |
| 48 | $1,500 | 288 |
| 64 | $2,025 | 384 |
| 96 | $3,000 | 672 |
| 128 | $4,125 | 896 |
| 192 | $6,190 | 1344 |
| 256 | $8,250 | 2048 |
| 512 | $13,500 | 4096 |
| 1024 | $24,750 | 8192 |
Pricing has been reduced compared to earlier announcements to make it more affordable for small installations.
4SC Basic Free Edition
The free version is intended for very small teams.
Limits
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Up to 10 users
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☎️ 4 simultaneous calls
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️ Web client and mobile apps only (no IP phone focus)
What it supports
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Voice calls
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Messaging
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Chat
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Browser or smartphone usage
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On-premise deployment
Important notes
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Custom SMTP must be configured
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License must be renewed yearly
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If not activated within 60 days, the license key is deleted
Upgrade Path
Users can easily upgrade from:
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4SC Free → 8SC+ Basic
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Basic → PRO
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PRO → Enterprise / AI
So businesses can start simple and scale later.
✅ Bottom line:
These new tiers make 3CX accessible for very small businesses or simple setups, while still allowing growth into full enterprise communications later.
