Google Voice launches two new personal plans with Workspace perks

Google Voice has been around for nearly two decades in some shape or form, and in that time, not much has changed. As someone who has used the service for quite some time, I don't really have many complaints. But I do wish that it would implement some more modern touches that we see with other VoIP services.

While that doesn't look to be happening any time soon, we are getting word that Voice is adding two new plans. Android Authority spotted the change, which looks to have dropped sometime in June, with the introduction of Google Starter and Google Standard.

What do the new plans offer?

The Starter plans costs $10/month, while the Standard plan comes in at $20/month. The latter is seeing a discount right now though, dropping the monthly price by 50%, which is applicable for six months. Not too bad, if you're looking to upgrade your Google Voice experience.

So, what do you get when compared to the normal plan that's free? Well, the Starter plan comes with 24/7 support, a hold on your number so it never gets lost, three-way calling, and Desk phone and ATA support.

The Standard plan comes with everything in the Starter option, but you get some extra tools from Gemini like voice notes, along with "call routing with auto attendants." The latter makes things seem a bit more professional if you're running this line through a business. Of course, if you need more, you can always sign up for the professional plans as well.

In addition to the above, you start gaining more complex features like call queuing. eDiscover, connecting existing numbers to Voice, and more. A lot of these options are going to be great if you run a business or need something more in-depth when it comes to phone support. You can even opt for a Premier tier that will provide international support.

Now, we get it, these paid plans aren't for everyone. But there is a need out there, and Voice could provide the service that some are looking for. If you need none of these things, you can just stick with the basic free plan and continue one like normal. Personally, I think if Google added support for RCS, that'd easily get me to pay for a plan.

However, folks have been asking for that feature for years, but it doesn't look like it's going to come anytime soon.