BuzzMeIn became FreshBuzzer in 2022. Compare the current service before deciding whether to switch.
By Protobuzz · Checked October 21, 2026
BuzzMeIn is now FreshBuzzer. See the current FreshBuzzer comparison.
| What matters | BuzzMeIn | Protobuzz |
|---|---|---|
| Your buzzer setup | Offered: Keep your buzzerMust be able to call a phone number | Offered: Keep your buzzerMust be able to call a phone number |
| Phones and apps | Offered: Web, iPhone and AndroidiPhone: beta app. Android: direct download. | Offered: iPhone and Android |
| Guest access | Offered: Guest PINsBasic: 10 codes. Plus: unlimited codes. | Offered: Passcodes and timersCommunity, Plus and Premium |
| Weekly schedules | Offered: Scheduled entry | Offered: Plus and Premium |
| Household sharing | Offered: Up to 5 ringing phones | Offered: Unlimited household sharingInvite others on Plus or Premium. Community can join an existing group. |
| Custom workflows | Not offered: No | Offered: Build your own access rulesCombine passcodes, timers and access counts. Plus adds schedules and automatic entry; Premium adds Google Calendar sync. |
| App Store and Google Play downloads | Not offered: Not on both storesiPhone uses TestFlight beta; Android uses a direct download | Offered: Available on both stores |
| Free tier available | Not offered: Paid subscription requiredPublished plans do not include an ongoing free number | Offered: Included on CommunityFree plan, not a trial |
Choose a billing period to compare the amount you pay.
Prices in CAD
| Plan and features | Price |
|---|---|
| CommunityBuzzer number, passcodes and timers included | Free |
| PlusSchedules, automatic entry and group invitations | $49.99paid yearlyAbout CAD $4.17/month |
| PremiumGoogle Calendar sync · up to 3 groups | $99.99paid yearlyAbout CAD $8.33/month |
Prices in USD
| Plan and features | Price |
|---|---|
| Basic5 phones · 10 guest codes | $35.00paid yearlyAbout USD $2.92/month |
| PlusiCal bookings · unlimited guest codesStarting prices; confirm property and integration charges. | $65.00paid yearlyAbout USD $5.42/month |
Yearly prices are paid upfront. Monthly equivalents are rounded. Currencies may differ; prices have not been converted.
These are current FreshBuzzer prices, not a separate BuzzMeIn offer. Check that your old provider is the same service before applying its rebrand history.
| Provider and plan | Monthly billing | Annual billing | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly payment | Total over 12 months | Monthly equivalent | Yearly payment upfront | |
| Protobuzz Community | Free | Free | Free | Free |
| Protobuzz Plus | CAD $4.99 | CAD $59.88 | CAD $4.17 | CAD $49.99 |
| Protobuzz Premium | CAD $9.99 | CAD $119.88 | CAD $8.33 | CAD $99.99 |
| FreshBuzzer (formerly BuzzMeIn) Basic | USD $4.00 | USD $48.00 | USD $2.92 | USD $35.00 |
| FreshBuzzer (formerly BuzzMeIn) Plus | USD $7.00 | USD $84.00 | USD $5.42 | USD $65.00 |
Twelve monthly payments are calculated from the monthly price, not an annual offer. “Not published” means the source does not confirm that billing option.
Sources: Protobuzz pricing · FreshBuzzer pricing, allowances and fair use · FreshBuzzer mobile app distribution
Make your buzzer work around your day. Protobuzz Community gives you a free buzzer number, passcodes, timers and access-count rules, so you can start building useful guest workflows without a paid subscription.
Download from the App Store or Google Play and keep your existing phone-based buzzer. Add schedules and automatic entry on Plus, or Google Calendar sync on Premium, when your routine calls for more automation.
BuzzMeIn is now FreshBuzzer. Staying may make sense if you rely on its current booking tools and guest-code workflows. Choose Protobuzz when you want a free ongoing number and custom access rules in an App Store or Google Play app.
Free buzzer number, passcodes and timers. Choose your plan in the app.
