Landline vs Mobile International Calling Rates Explained

If you’ve ever looked at an international calling rate chart, you’ve probably noticed something strange: landlines and mobiles have different prices. Sometimes the difference is small, but in other cases, it doubles the cost.

So why does this happen? And how does ZenCall keep things simple with flat $0.02/min rates, regardless of line type?

Why Landlines Are Cheaper to Call

Landlines usually cost less because:

• They’re tied to a fixed physical location.
  
• Carriers have stable agreements with landline providers.
  
• Infrastructure costs are lower compared to mobile networks.
  

Why Mobiles Cost More

Mobile networks often charge higher termination fees:

• Carriers pay interconnect fees when routing calls to mobile networks.
  
• Different mobile carriers in the same country may set their own rates.
  
• Roaming and portability add complexity.
  

Result: Mobile calls often cost 2–3× more than landline calls on traditional plans.

The Hidden Complexity of Traditional Rates

Example: Calling the UK from the US.

• Landline: $0.01/min
  
• Mobile: $0.03/min
  
• Same country, same call—but the rate depends on the number type.
  

How ZenCall Fixes the Problem

ZenCall simplifies it all:

• Flat $0.02/minute for both landlines and mobiles.
  
• No interconnect surcharges passed to you.
  
• Same rate across dozens of countries.
  

Why Simplicity Matters

• Families don’t need to check if a number is mobile or landline.
  
• Businesses can budget consistently.
  
• Travelers don’t get hit with surprise charges.
  

Conclusion

International calling rates vary because of complex carrier agreements and network costs. But with ZenCall, you don’t need to worry about any of that.

👉 Whether you’re calling a landline in London or a mobile in Santo Domingo, it’s always $0.02 per minute.