Thomson 25861GE3 5.8GHz Dual Handset Cordless Phone with Answering System Caller ID (Black/Silver)

I consulted the Consumer Reports before purchasing this phone because I have had wireless phones in the past that were just awful. This phone was reported to have great sound quality and was easy to use -- both things I have found to be true. Another reason I chose this phone was because the frequency did not interfere with my Apple Airport Expess wireless device.

This phone does not have a speaker button on the handset so if this is important to you may have to look elsewhere.

I have had SEVERAL cordless phones in the past, very few lasting any length of time. The last V-tech I had was AWESOME. Not wanting to spend a large amount of money I opted for this phone. HUGE mistake. The answering machine is awful - either cutting messages off or garbling them so as not to understand a word of it. The handsets are full of static - my callers always indicate that I am fading out so I am constantly repeating things to them. Very Annoying. I have had the phone for about 3 months and am going out tomorrow to replace it with a V-Tech product. Please be careful when purchasing this item.

Bought this phone system as a gift. She loves the fact that it has a longer and clearer range than her older phone, plus an additional phone for her bedroom. Functions and looks great for the price of most dual 5.8 GHz phone answering systems