SIP Softphone
for Linux
C++20 · Qt 6 · PJSIP
Meow is a lightweight SIP softphone for Linux. Crystal-clear VoIP calls, native desktop integration, and a beautiful interface. Works with FreePBX, Asterisk, and any SIP provider.
Built by qFiber LTD - fiber-optic & communications specialists
Who is Meow for?
If you make or receive phone calls over the internet from your desktop, Meow was built for you.
IT Professionals & Sysadmins
You manage PBX systems like FreePBX or Asterisk. You need a softphone that actually works with your infrastructure without eating up system resources.
Remote Workers & Freelancers
You work from home and need a reliable softphone for client calls. Meow runs quietly in your system tray, uses minimal resources, and just works.
Small Businesses & Call Centers
Your team needs a desktop softphone that connects to your cloud PBX. Meow supports multiple SIP accounts, call transfer, and scales to your team.
VoIP Enthusiasts & Developers
You want a native SIP client built properly. No Electron, no web views. C++20, Qt 6, PJSIP. Built by engineers who deploy VoIP infrastructure daily.
See Meow in action
Watch how easy it is to set up your SIP account, make your first call, and manage your contacts, all in under 3 minutes.
Demo video coming soon
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Read the Getting Started guideBuilt for professionals
Everything you need for business communications, nothing you don't.
Native Desktop App
Built with Qt 6 and C++ for a truly native experience on Linux and Windows. No Electron, no web views. Just a fast, responsive VoIP softphone for your desktop.
Crystal-Clear Audio
Platform-native audio with optimized VoIP buffers. PulseAudio on Linux, WASAPI on Windows. Hot-plug audio device support means your headset works instantly.
SIP & VoIP Standards
Full SIP support powered by PJSIP. This VoIP softphone works with FreePBX, Asterisk, and any standards-compliant PBX.
Contacts & History
Built-in contact management and call history. Phone number normalization matches incoming calls to your contacts automatically.
Why switch to Meow?
Most desktop softphones are bloated Electron apps or abandoned projects. Meow is built different.
| Meow | Typical alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Electron-based softphones | Under 50 MB RAM | 300–800 MB RAM |
| Startup time | Under 1 second | 3–8 seconds |
| Audio engine | Native (PulseAudio / WASAPI) | WebRTC wrapper |
| Desktop integration | System tray, notifications, dark theme, hot-plug audio | Limited or none |
| Privacy | Calls go directly to your PBX. No data on our servers. | Often routes through vendor servers |
| PBX compatibility | Any SIP server (FreePBX, Asterisk, 3CX, etc.) | Often locked to vendor ecosystem |
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Simple, transparent pricing
Start with a 14-day free trial, no credit card required. Replace bloated Electron softphones or expensive vendor lock-in with a native app that costs less than a cup of coffee per month.
Personal
For individuals and freelancers
- 1 device
- All SIP features
- Call history & contacts
- 14-day free trial
Professional
For teams and small businesses
- Up to 3 devices
- Everything in Personal
- Priority support
Enterprise
For organizations with custom needs
- Unlimited devices
- Everything in Professional
- Dedicated support
- Custom integrations
Not ready to commit? No problem. Meow is completely free for 14 days, no credit card needed. Just download and start calling.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about Meow.