No matter where you live — in Europe, the USA, Canada, Israel, the UAE or any other country — if you need cheap international calls to Russia, relying only on messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram or imo) can be risky: internet calls may work unstably or stop working at any moment. TELZ is an app for international calls to real numbers: you can call Russian mobile and landline phones, and the recipient does not need to install a messenger.
Why messenger calls are not always convenient for calling Russia
Calls in WhatsApp, Telegram and imo usually work through VoIP (via the internet). This means that call quality depends on Wi-Fi or mobile internet: with a weak signal the sound “floats”, calls may drop or fail to connect.
If you often call relatives or for work in Russia, it is more convenient to have an alternative that lets you call regular numbers, not only “app-to-app”.
TELZ for cheap international calls to Russia (how it works)
TELZ allows you to call Russian mobile and landline numbers directly from the app. A person in Russia answers like a normal phone call — they do not need to install an app or create an account in a messenger.
- Calls to Russian mobile and landline numbers
- The receiver does not need to install an app
- A convenient option for international calls to Russia from any country
- Install TELZ
- Top up your balance
- Dial the number in Russia as a regular international number
TELZ vs imo vs WhatsApp vs Telegram — comparison for calls to Russia
| Parameter | TELZ | imo | Telegram | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best suited for | Cheap international calls to real numbers | App-to-app calls | App-to-app calls | App-to-app calls |
| Where calls go | To mobile and landline numbers | To app users | To app users | To app users |
| Does the recipient need an app? | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Does the recipient need internet for calls in Russia? | No (for the receiver) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dependence on internet in Russia | NO (for the receiver) | High | High | High |
Note: TELZ initiates the call from the app, but the key difference is that the recipient in Russia does not need internet and does not need to install a messenger — they answer like a regular call.
When TELZ is more convenient for Russian speakers around the world
- You call parents, relatives or friends in Russia and do not want to explain how to install new apps
- You need to reach a landline number (clinic, hotel, office, delivery service, support)
- You want cheap international calls and a backup option if internet calls in messengers “fail”
- You travel often and want one convenient way to call Russia from different countries
Simple “always in touch” scheme
- Primary option: TELZ for calls to Russian mobile and landline numbers
- Backup: one app for video calls (Zoom/Meet) for family calls
- Additional backup: imo (a lightweight option where available)
Download TELZ and start calling Russia
- Download TELZ for cheap international calls to Russia — App Store
- Download TELZ for cheap international calls to Russia — Google Play
Want cheap international calls to Russia from any country? Install TELZ and call Russian mobile and landline numbers — the recipient does not need a messenger.
FAQ
Which app to choose for cheap international calls to Russia from any country?
If you want to call Russian mobile and landline numbers and not depend on whether the recipient has WhatsApp/Telegram/imo installed, TELZ is a convenient alternative.
Can I call Russia if the person does not have WhatsApp or Telegram?
Yes. TELZ calls regular phone numbers, so the person in Russia does not need a messenger.
Why do internet calls sometimes not work?
VoIP calls depend on internet quality and may suffer due to weak signal, network overload, or restrictions on services.