Is Magic Jack the same thing as Skype or Vonage?
Only to the extent that these are all VoIP providers. Vonage however, requires a special piece of equipment and an adapter, and carries a higher fee. With Magic Jack, all you need is the small USB device that comes in the package, and there are no monthly fees. In addition, Vonage uses third-party providers while Magic Jack has its own dedicated telephone network—ensuring more consistent call quality. Skype is a software-only program and requires a special install, and has a peer-to-peer network as opposed to Magic Jack’s dedicated network. In addition, although Skype does allow you to call other Skype members for free, calls to the US and Canada are still assessed a per-minute toll, while Magic Jack offers free national calling.
