8x8 vs Nextiva
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best VoIP Business Phone Systems (2026). Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Nextiva ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #4) for Small businesses replacing landlines with cloud phone systems. Top choice for its exceptional 99.999% uptime, comprehensive features, and highly-rated US-based customer support.
At a glance
| 8x8 | Nextiva | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best VoIP Business Phone Systems (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best VoIP Business Phone Systems (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| Best for | Best for international businesses | Best overall for reliability and support |
| Pricing | $$ ($24 to $140/user/mo) | $$ ($24 to $40/user/mo) |
| HQ | Campbell, USA | Scottsdale, USA |
| Founded | 1987 | 2006 |
8x8
Top choice for global teams, offering service in 50+ countries and extensive international calling plans.
www.8x8.comSee full entry in The 11 Best VoIP Business Phone Systems (2026)
Nextiva
Top choice for its exceptional 99.999% uptime, comprehensive features, and highly-rated US-based customer support.
www.nextiva.comSee full entry in The 11 Best VoIP Business Phone Systems (2026)
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