Ventrilo

Ventrilo operates on a freemium model for its users. The client software is free to download and use for individual users, allowing them to connect to any Ventrilo server. However, the primary cost comes with server hosting. Users need to rent a server to host their voice communications, and the pricing for these services is typically determined by the server provider, with rates usually ranging from $5 to $30 per month, depending on the number of slots and features needed. Additional costs may be incurred for advanced features such as server administration tools, increased server capacity, or premium hosting services. Ventrilo's server software is also available for download, but setting up a server requires technical knowledge and hardware infrastructure.