The Phone Number Marketplace Landscape
If you're looking to buy a phone number, you have several marketplace options. But not all platforms are created equal. In this honest comparison, we'll show you how GreatNumber stacks up against the competition and why our customers choose us.
Inventory Size: The Most Important Factor
When buying a phone number, selection matters. The more numbers available, the better your chances of finding the perfect match for your business.
- GreatNumber: 80M+ numbers — The largest inventory in North America
- Other major marketplace: ~64M numbers
- Mid-size marketplace: ~13M numbers
- Smaller marketplace: ~3M numbers
With 80M+ numbers, GreatNumber offers significantly more selection than any competitor — in some cases 6x more inventory. More inventory means more options in every area code, more pattern varieties, and better pricing competition.
Feature Comparison
Pricing Transparency
GreatNumber shows prices upfront — no hidden fees, no "call for pricing" on premium numbers. What you see is what you pay. Many competitors hide pricing behind contact forms, which means you can't easily comparison shop.
Physical Retail Stores
GreatNumber operates 9 retail locations across North America where you can browse numbers in person, get expert advice, and complete your purchase face-to-face. No other phone number marketplace has any physical retail presence. This is a major trust signal — we're a real business with real locations you can visit.
Instant Purchase
Buy your number and get it immediately. No waiting for manual processing, no back-and-forth with sales reps. Some competitors require you to submit a form and wait for a callback just to buy a number.
Payment Options
We accept multiple payment methods: Credit Card, Venmo, Zelle, and more. We believe in making the purchase process as convenient as possible.
Customer Experience
"I compared three different number marketplaces. GreatNumber had the most options in my area code (310) and the pricing was transparent. I found and purchased my number in under 5 minutes." — David L., Marketing Agency Owner
Why 80M+ Numbers Matter
More inventory means:
- More choice: Find exactly the pattern you want in your specific area code
- Better pricing: Competition among similar numbers drives fair pricing
- Rare finds: Premium patterns that aren't available anywhere else
- Future availability: As numbers sell, our inventory is continuously refreshed
Our Track Record
- Est. 2010: Over 15 years in the phone number industry
- 10,000+ customers served
- 9 retail locations across North America
- 80M+ numbers in inventory — and growing
See for Yourself
Don't take our word for it — browse our marketplace and compare the selection, pricing, and experience against any competitor. We're confident you'll see the difference.
