Selecting Cordless Phone Features

Cordless phones offer different features to different buyers.  How does one determine which ones are most valuable?

Answering machines often come built-in to the base unit of cordless phones.  This is a nice feature for those who wish to avoid monthly charges for voicemail.  Users can also utilize separate inboxes and retrieve messages from a remote location.

Call waiting and Caller ID are popular features that make life more convenient for users.  Speaking of convenience features, handset locator buttons, mute, speed dial, redial, and more.  Additionally, many offer speakerphones, volume control, and hearing aid compatibility for those with impaired hearing.  Multi-line functionality is indispensible for those who have a business in the home.

Most are familiar with single handset cordless phones, but there are also multi-handset systems available.  Users can put handsets throughout the house, and transfer calls from one to another.

Cordless phones are a great option to bridge the gap between the mobility of a cellular phone and the dependability and flexibility of the home telephone.