Fax Without the Phone System Tax
RingCentral is a great unified communications platform, but if you only need fax, you're paying for phone, video, and messaging you'll never use. Their fax-only plan starts at $27.99/month. We built AvoFax for teams that want dedicated, affordable faxing without being locked into an enterprise phone suite.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | AvoFax | RingCentral Fax |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price (fax only) | From $9/mo | $27.99/mo (Fax plan) |
| Requires phone system | Fax is part of RingEX suite | |
| HIPAA compliant | ||
| BAA included | Enterprise plan | |
| Setup complexity | 2 minutes | Admin setup required |
| Mobile app (fax-focused) | Fax buried in phone app | |
| Email-to-fax | ||
| API access | ||
| Document scanning | ||
| Per-user pricing | Per workspace | Per user/line |
| Audit trail / activity log | ||
| Contract required | No | Annual recommended |
Pricing as of March 2026. RingCentral Fax plan is $27.99/user/mo. RingCentral RingEX Core (with fax) is $30/user/mo. AvoFax starts at $9/mo per workspace.
Why Teams Switch to AvoFax
Pay for Fax, Not a Phone System
RingCentral's cheapest fax-capable plan is $27.99/mo per user. That's because fax is bundled with their phone and messaging platform. With AvoFax at $9/mo, you pay only for what you need.
Purpose-Built for Faxing
In RingCentral's app, faxing is a small feature tucked inside a large communications suite. In AvoFax, faxing is the entire product. That means a better fax inbox, better delivery tracking, and features designed specifically for fax workflows.
Set Up in 2 Minutes, Not 2 Hours
RingCentral requires admin setup, user provisioning, and phone system configuration even if you only want fax. AvoFax sign-up takes about 2 minutes: create an account, pick a number, start faxing.
No Per-User Pricing Trap
RingCentral charges per user per month, which gets expensive fast for teams. AvoFax uses workspace-based pricing — add team members to your workspace without multiplying your bill for every person.
No IT Department Required
RingCentral is designed for IT teams to manage. Port configurations, extension setup, call routing rules — none of that applies if you just need fax. AvoFax is self-service and requires zero technical expertise.
No Annual Contract Pressure
RingCentral pushes annual contracts for better per-month rates, with early termination fees if you leave. AvoFax is month-to-month. Cancel anytime, no penalties, no fine print.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a RingCentral phone plan to use their fax?
RingCentral offers a standalone Fax plan at $27.99/mo, but fax is also included in their RingEX communications plans starting at $30/user/mo. Either way, you're paying significantly more than a dedicated fax service.
Is RingCentral overkill if I only need fax?
In our experience, yes. RingCentral is a powerful unified communications platform, but if faxing is your only need, you're paying for phone, video, and messaging features you won't use. AvoFax is a better fit for fax-only needs.
Can RingCentral fax handle HIPAA compliance?
Yes, but only on their Enterprise-tier plans with a custom BAA agreement. AvoFax includes HIPAA compliance and a signed BAA on every plan, including our $9/mo starter plan.
How does per-user pricing affect my costs?
If you have 5 people who need fax access, RingCentral charges $27.99 per person — that's $140/mo for fax alone. AvoFax's workspace model lets you add team members without per-user charges, keeping costs predictable as your team grows.
Can I switch from RingCentral to AvoFax?
Yes. You can port your existing fax number from RingCentral to AvoFax. The porting process takes 5-10 business days. During that time, your faxes continue working on RingCentral until the port completes.
Does AvoFax have an API like RingCentral?
Yes. AvoFax offers a REST API with webhook support for programmatic fax sending and receiving. While RingCentral's API is broader (covering phone, messaging, etc.), our fax API is more focused and easier to implement for fax-specific integrations.