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The most common small business phone systems are 4 line phone systems. There are three main types to consider when evaluating the options for your business. 4 Line Cordless PhonesCordless small office phone systems are popular because they are inexpensive and simple to install. They can be un-boxed, plugged in and ready to use within minutes. No technicians required. Apart from power points there is generally no need for additional phone jack wiring. The top rated cordless small business phones are the AT&T SB67118 and Panasonic KX-TG4500B.
Pros and ConsCordless phone comparison: both options deliver excellent cordless phone range and neither is susceptible to interference from WiFi networks or other wireless devices. The Panasonic cordless telephone uses the 5.8 GHz cordless phone frequency. It's been around longer than the ATT cordless phone, but it's user interface is more intuitive and feature rich. On the other hand the ATT phone uses the latest DECT 6.0 technology and supports PTT (push to talk). Range extenders can also be added to the SB67118, which is often the most important difference in small businesses environments. Both options are cordless phones with answering machines (digital answering machines). Corded 4 Line Phone Systems
Corded landline phones have just about been superseded by VoIP business phones and 4 line cordless phones. The best are Panasonic phones, they include the KX-TS4300B Pros and ConsThey are cheap and offer more features that many small businesses actually use. If existing telephone wiring and extension points can be used, they are an attractive proposition. However users are tethered to their desks and unable to walk around while speaking. They are also unsuitable for use with online phone services, which is not a problem providing there is no plan to switch from using a land line phone service. VoIP 4 Line Phone Systems
Whether connected to an online phone service or a premise based IP PBX, VoIP business phones are rapidly displacing both corded and cordless landline phones. One of the most popular is the Cisco SPA942 Phone jack wiring is simple as the SPA942 has dual-switched ethernet ports. This means that existing Ethernet cabling can service both the phone and a desk top computer. Other options include VoIP cordless phones. The main contenders in this niche include Siemens Gigaset and of Cisco. VoIP Pros and ConsVoIP business phones are the key to reducing the cost of telephone services. In the case of small businesses they are most often used with an online phone service rather than a dedicated in-house VoIP PBX or switch. Alternatively VoIP adapters can be used with most corded and cordless phones, but there are trade-offs in functionality and voice quality. Summary
Which is the best 4 line phone for your small business? It will depend on your budget, priorities and the time you have available to assess the alternatives. In many cases the best solution is not to buy a phone system at all, but to use a virtual phone service. Related Cordless Phone ReviewsWhich 3 Line Cordless Phone? Having looked high and low over many years we have found the best alternatives are either a 2 or a 4 line phone system. Best Multi Line Cordless Phones - there are now dozens of 2 line cordless phones and 4 line phones to choose from. Deciding between 5.8 GHz and DECT 6.0 phones Best 2 Line Cordless Phones - the pros and cons of DECT 6.0 vs. 5.6 GHz phones VoIP Phone Reviews - most include one or more Cisco phones. They are the benchmark at the enterprise end of the market.
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4 Line Phone System. Our second choice is the RCA ViSys 25425RE1. At under $200 there are no cheaper small office phone systems.
broadband IP phone. It can used with any SIP based voice over IP provider. It's a business grade 4 line phone with a full compliment of advanced features.
