While it is true that phone chat and party lines can be interchanged on most occasions there are, at times, subtle differences between the two. Party lines are generally group chat services that offer users groups or rooms to chat (or listen) in. These groups are usually made up of interests much like the traditional Internet chat rooms. Examples of these groups might be singles, gay, mature, Christian, BBW and many more.

When you call the party line you can choose which group you want to join and either listen in or join the phone chat. Many of the quality providers also offer one-on-one chat so you can chat privately with a single user should you choose to. Remember that not all phone chat services offer a party line service so check out the features before you join! It is also worth making sure that the provider offers a group withing the phone chat party lines that you are interested in!