Are you trying to find home phones among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling home phones on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 25 hours of research and did 45 home phones tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
An overview of our top picks
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The best home phones you can buy today
- [DECT 6.0 enables Long Range & Clear Sound] - Trusted by families worldwide for decades, VTech' s cordless telephone transmits secure signals via DECT 6.0 channel ensures crystal clear sounds, interference-free, and stable operation range up to 1000 ft outdoor.
- [Backlit Display & Keypad for Better Visibility] - Blue-white backlit display and green backlit keypad for easier viewing and dialing in dim light. Handset displays the name, number, time and date of incoming calls.
- [Speak & Hear simultaneously with Full-Duplex Speakerphone] - Full-duplex handset speakerphone. Enjoy a speakerphone that can keep up with your calls. Increase participation by allowing both ends to speak - and be heard - at the same time for conversations that are more true to life.
- [Easy access to essential features] - One-touch volume control and mute button. You can silence your phone for a single call.
- [Access phonebook & logs for quick calls] - 30 names and numbers phonebook directory. 20 names and numbers caller ID records. 5 last called number records.
- [Easy Wall Mount] - Easy-to-Use wall mount capability - The base mounts easily to all of the standard wall mount plates. No additional bracket needed. Simply slide the base unit into the mounting plate using the built-in mounting holes.
- DECT radio supports up to 4 wireless handsets and over 4000 sensors
- Built in speaker provides the ability to screen calls prior to answering
- Made in China
- Full Duplex Handset Speakerphone- Enjoy a speakerphone that can keep up with your calls. Increase participation by allowing both ends to speak—and be heard—at the same time for conversations that are more true to life.
- Caller ID/Call Waiting- Know who’s calling with Caller ID/Call Waiting. Handset displays the name, number, time and date of incoming calls.
- Backlit Keypad and Display- The entire keypad illuminates along with the LCD screen, allowing for easier viewing in dim light.
- Advanced Call Blocking: Automated Call Block pre-blocks robocalls; Telemarketing Call Block lets you to block announced callers; block 1,000 more with 1-touch Call Block Button on the handset
- One-Ring Scam Alert: Protects you from one-ring scams by displaying a confirmation screen when returning a one-ring call
- 2-Way Recording: Never miss important details again--record your telephone conversations to replay later. The announcement of “Start Recording” effectively deters suspicious callers
- Easy to Find and Use: Illuminated keypad with large characters is findable, even in the dark; speed dial gives you 1-touch access to your most-dialed numbers; wall-mountable design keeps phone reliably close
- Voice Commands and Bilingual Talking Caller ID: Caller ID displays and announces in English or Spanish so you can know who is calling, even when you’re across the room (add'l phone service); Voice Command lets you answer the phone hands-free
- UNSURPASSED RANGE & ANSWERING SYSTEM Experience the best in long-range coverage and clarity, provided by a unique antenna design and advances in noise-filtering technology. This reliable cordless system includes a digital answering machine that can record up to 22 minutes of incoming messages, outgoing announcements and memos, and a voice-guide for easier set up.
- SMART CALL BLOCKER & CALLER ID ANNOUNCE Say goodbye to unwanted calls. Robocalls on your landline are automatically blocked from ever ringing through - even the first time. You can also permanently blacklist any number you want with one touch on the delicated key on the handset. The call block directory can store up to 1,000 name and number entries. Plus, the handset announces the name of the caller, so you can decide on answer the call or block it - screening call is never easier.
- LARGE 2-INCH SCREEN, BIG TEXT, LIGHTED KEY PAD High-contrast text on the extra-large 2 inch screen makes it easy to read incoming caller ID or call history records. Plus, the enlarged font and extra-large and lighted handset keypad allows for easy dialing in low-light conditions. This feature is especially helpful for those who are visually impaired.
- HANDSET SPEAKERPHONE, AUDIO ASSIST, INTERCOM This cordless system has built-in a full-duplex speakerphone on handset allowing both ends to speak - and be heard - at the same time for conversations that are more true to life. Also designed with useful features like Audio Assit, handset intercom to help your daily communications enjoyable.
- Long Range - Experience the best in long-range coverage and clarity, provided by a unique antenna design and advances in noise-filtering technology.
- Connect to Cell - Make and receive calls from your cellular plan while enjoying the comforts of a home phone. Pair up to 2 cell phones and connect 2 cell phones. Or one cell phone and one Bluetooth headset for use with landline calls.
- Smart Call Blocker - Say goodbye to unwanted calls. Robocalls on your landline are automatically blocked from ever ringing through—even the first time. Up to 1,000 name and number call-block directory.
- Digital Answering System with voice guide - With up to 22 minutes of recording time. Talking prompts walk you through the setup of your new phone's digital answering system. Lighted display indicates how many new messages you have waiting.
- 1.8" white backlit dislpay and big buttons - High-contrast makes it easy to read incoming caller ID or call history records. Plus, the big handset keypad allows for easy dialing in low-light conditions.
- Simulated full-duplex handset speakerphone - Enjoy a speakerphone that can keep up with your calls. Increase participation by allowing both ends to speak—and be heard—at the same time for conversations that are more true to life.
- Virtual multi-line operation - Connect a cellular line and landline to your cordless system. Then, enjoy the freedom to make and receive calls on two lines—all at once.
- LONG RANGE & ANSWERING SYSTEM- Experience the best in long-range coverage and clarity, provided by a unique antenna design and advances in noise-filtering technology. This reliable cordless system includes a digital answering machine that can record up to 22 minutes of incoming messages, outgoing announcements and memos, and a voice-guide for easier set up.
- SMART CALL BLOCKER & CALLER ID ANNOUNCE- Say goodbye to unwanted calls. Robocalls on your landline are automatically blocked from ever ringing through - even the first time. You can also permanently blacklist any number you want with one touch on the delicated key on the handset. The call block directory can store up to 1,000 name and number entries. Plus, the handset announces the name of the caller, so you can decide on answer the call or block it - screening call is never easier.
- LARGE 2-INCH SCREEN, BIG TEXT, LIGHTED KEY PAD- High-contrast text on the extra-large 2 inch screen makes it easy to read incoming caller ID or call history records. Plus, the enlarged font and extra-large and lighted handset keypad allows for easy dialing in low-light conditions. This feature is especially helpful for those who are visually impaired.
- HANDSET SPEAKERPHONE & INTERCOM- This cordless system has built-in a simulated full-duplex speakerphone on handset allowing both ends to speak - and be heard - at the same time for conversations that are more true to life. Also designed with useful features like handset intercom to help your daily communications enjoyable.
- EXPANDABLE TO 12 HANDSET- Easily add accessory handsets (use CL80107 or CL80067 models) up to 12 total, with just one phone jack.
- Cordless Telephone with Digital Answering Machine: Expandable home phone system with digital answering system that stores up to 17 minutes of messages; Quick-read Message Counter lets you check for messages easily
- Block Unwanted Callers, Store Important Numbers: Block up to 30 nuisance callers using Call Block; store up to 50 items in your phonebook so you’ll never forget a number
- Caller ID: lets you customize your caller ID to display in English or Spanish so you can hear who is calling, even when you’re across the room (note: caller ID requires additional service through your local phone company)
- Hands-Free Phone Functions: Full duplex speakerphone lets you use your handset hands-free and monitor different areas of the house.
- Low Battery Alert: Handset provides up to 10 hours of talk time and up to 6 days of standby time, and gives a visual heads-up when the battery is low
- Call Block, Intelligent Eco Mode, Handset Speakerphone
- Cell Phone Pairing with Link2 Cell: Bluetooth-pair with up to 2 cell phones to make and receive mobile calls anywhere in the home; place your cell where signal is optimum and call through the handset
- Advanced Call Blocking: Automated Call Block pre-blocks robocalls; Telemarketing Call Block lets you to block announced callers; block 1,000 more with 1-touch Call Block Button on the handset
- One-Ring Scam Alert: Protects you from one-ring scams by displaying a confirmation screen when returning a one-ring call
- 2-Way Recording: Never miss important details again--record your telephone conversations to replay later. The announcement of “Start Recording” effectively deters suspicious callers
- Easy to Find and Use: Illuminated keypad with large characters is findable even in the dark; speed dial gives you 1-touch access to your most-dialed numbers; Bilingual Talking Caller ID audibly announces calls in English or Spanish
- [DECT 6.0 Powered Long Range & Clear Sound] Enjoy crystal clear, interference-free sound with our DECT 6.0 powered cordless telephone. It offers a stable operation range of up to 1000 ft outdoors.
- [Nuisance Call Block] Block unwanted calls by saving up to 20 numbers in the call block directory. Say goodbye to unwanted calls and enjoy uninterrupted calls. (Caller ID subscription required)
- [Speak & Hear Simultaneously with Full-Duplex Speakerphone] Engage in natural conversations with the built-in full-duplex speakerphone. Both parties can speak and be heard at the same time.
- [Long Lasting Rechargeable Battery with ECO Mode] Experience up to 10 hours of talk time or 5 days of standby time on a single charge. The ECO mode optimizes power consumption for longer battery life.
- [Large Backlit Screen & Lighted Keypad with Big Buttons] The 2-inch backlit screen displays caller ID and call history clearly with the high-contrast text on the extra-large screen. The lighted keypad with big buttons allows for easy dialing in low-light conditions.
- [More Features] Caller ID/call waiting with 30 call records, quiet mode, last 10 number redial, mute function, any key answer, voicemail waiting indication (network dependent), volume control, multilingual prompts (English/Spanish/French).
- Caller ID/call waiting — stores 50 calls : Know who's calling with caller ID/call waiting. Handset displays the name, number, time and date of incoming calls
- Handset speakerphone : With the touch of a button, the handset speakerphones makes hands-free conversations easy.
- Handset speakerphone : With the touch of a button, the handset speakerphones makes hands-free conversations easy.
- ECO mode power-conserving technology : Power-conserving technology manages consumption for optimal battery performance
- [DECT 6.0 Cordless Technology with Line-Power Mode] - This reliable corded/cordless telephone system provides mobility and security of a cordless handset and the corded base unit. DECT 6.0 technology ensuring crystal clear sounds and stable operation range up to 1000 ft (outdoor). The Line-power mode of the base unit supports your calls using the corded handset and base keypad during an outage.
- [Get Messages on Answering Machine when not around] Integrated digital answering device is easily accessible from the base unit, cordless handset and remotely. System record up to 22 minutes of incoming messages, outgoing announcements and memos.
- [Backlit Large Screens & Keypad for Better Visibility] - High contrast text on the extra-large blue-white backlit displays on the 2" handset screen and 3.5" base screen makes it easy to read incoming caller ID or call history records. Plus, the lighted handset keypad allows for easy dialing in low-light conditions.
- [Control nuisance calls with Call Blocker] - Input and/or save up to 150 names and numbers in the call block directory to stop unwanted calls from ringing through (Caller ID subscription Required).
- [Speak & Hear simultaneously with Full-Duplex Speakerphone] - The built-in full duplex speakerphones in handset and base unit allowing both ends to speak - and be heard - at the same time for conversations that are more true to life.
- [Access phonebook & logs for quick calls] - 50 names and numbers phonebook directory. 30 names and numbers caller ID records. 10 last called number records.
- [DECT 6.0 powered Long Range & Clear Sound] - This cordless telephone transmits secure signals via DECT 6.0 channel ensures crystal clear sounds, interference-free, and stable operation range up to 1000 ft outdoor.
- [Phonebook Directory] - Easily store 50 name and numbers in the phonebook directory to dial frequently called numbers quickly.
- [Speak & Hear simultaneously with Full-Duplex Speakerphone] - The built-in full-duplex speakerphones in handset allows both ends to speak - and be heard - at the same time.
- [ECO mode with rechargeable battery] - ECO mode manages power consumption so the system uses less energy and you get the best battery life.
- [Backlit Screen & Lighted Keypad] High-contrast text on the white backlit screen makes it easy to read incoming caller ID or call history records. Plus, the lighted handset keypad allows for easy dialing in low-light conditions.
- [Caller ID / Call Waiting] - Know who's calling with caller ID/call waiting. Handset displays the name, number, time and date of incoming calls.(Caller ID subscription Required). Stores up to 50 call records
- [More Features] - Intercom between Handsets, Quiet mode, Last 10 number redial, Mute Function, Any Key Answer, Voicemail Waiting indication (Network dependent), Voicemail box Quick Access Key, Volume Control, Trilingual prompts (English / Spanish / French), Table & Wall Mountable.
- Calls Are Blocked Before They Happen: 14,000 pre-installed call block numbers are your first line of defense against nuisance calls. Robocall database is supplied from YouMail Inc.
- Cell Phone Pairing with Link2 Cell: Bluetooth-pair with up to 2 cell phones to make and receive mobile calls anywhere in the home; place your cell where signal is optimum and call through the handset.
- One-Ring Scam Alert: Protects from one-ring scams by displaying a confirmation screen when returning a one-ring call
- Advanced Call Blocking: Automated Call Block pre-blocks robocalls; Telemarketing Call Block lets you to block announced callers; block 2000 more with 1-touch Call Block Button on the handset
- 2-Way Recording: Never miss important details again--record your telephone conversations to replay later; the announcement of “Start Recording” effectively deters suspicious callers
- You can add 3,000 names (16 characters max.) and phone numbers (24 digits max.) to the phonebook, and assign each phonebook entry to the desired group.
- SMART CALL BLOCKER- This system lets you block nuisance callers on the spot with one touch. You can permanently blacklist up to 1,000 numbers. What's more, it can filter robocalls and unwanted call while allowing welcome calls to get through. For screen out robocalls, set it to ask the callers to press the pound key. For screen out unknown callers, set it to ask the callers to record their names and press the pound key. After your caller completes the request, the phone rings and announces the caller's name. You then can choose to block or answer the call, or forward the call to the answering system.
- BLUETOOTH CONNECT TO CELL- Make and receive calls from your cellular plan while enjoying the comforts of a home phone. Pair up to 2 cell phones and connect 2 cell phones, or one cell phone and one BLUETOOTH headset for use with landline calls. With a touch of a button, enjoy the high-tech benefits your smart phone offers. Even if your smart phone is in a different room, you can still access Siri or Google Now from the cordless handsets. Place a call, write or read a text and perform all the other actions these services offer.
- DIGITAL ANSWERING SYSTEM WITH VOICE GUIDE- This cordless system includes a digital answering machine that has a LED message counter, and records up to 22 minutes of incoming messages, outgoing announcements and memos. A built-in voice guide can help you to set up the system easily.
- LARGE 2-INCH SCREEN, BIG TEXT, LIGHTED KEY PAD- High-contrast text on the extra-large 2 inch screen makes it easy to read incoming caller ID or call history records. Plus, the enlarged font and extra-large and lighted handset keypad allows for easy dialing in low-light conditions. This feature is especially helpful for those who are visually impaired.
- SPEAKERPHONE and VISUAL RINGER- This cordless system has built-in a full-duplex speakerphone on handset allowing both ends to speak - and be heard - at the same time for conversations that are more true to life. Also designed with a lighted up visual ringer on top of the handset for noisier environments, or for those with weakened hearing.
- Wired home phone with cordless handset and answering system: Telephone system provides both a sturdy base unit and a light, compact handset. A comfortable phone for the office or the home.
- Easy to See, Easy to Use: Large LCD display with Intuitive design makes phone’s features easily accessible.
- Blackout, No problem: Line power mode keeps the phone functioning even in the event of a brief power outage. Everyday long battery life of 180 hours in Standby and 9 hours in Talk.
- The features you need every day: Speakerphone, Caller ID, Call block (50 numbers), Phonebook (70 items), Redial list (10 items) and Speed dial (2 numbers).
- 3 display languages: LCD displays in English, Spanish, and French.
- Super compact: this sleek, attractive phone fits almost anywhere, including on a side table, kitchen cart, or the smallest countertop, and is even wall-mountable
- Easy-to-use phone: Intuitive design makes sphone’s features easily accessible
- Blackout No problem: Line power mode keeps the phone functioning even in the event of a brief power outage. Everyday long battery life of 180 hours in Standby and 9 hours in Talk
- The features you need every day: Speakerphone, Caller ID, Call block (20 numbers), Phonebook (50 items), Redial list (10 items) and Speed dial (2 numbers)
- 3 display languages: LCD displays in English, Spanish, and French
- The KX-TGB810S is NOT an accessory handset, but rather a standalone cordless phone and cannot be paired with other phone systems
- 13 number speed dial memory
- Lighted keypad.
- Receiver volume control.
- Flash and redial; includes 7 ft. line cord, Speed dial, and Volume control.
- Hearing aid compatible; refer to Page 12 of user manual for trouble-shooting steps.
- [ORIGINAL TRIMLINE PHONE]- Ageless, Reliable & Handy - Get this timeless masterpiece originally designed in 1968 and still providing reliable communication experience with sleek design perfect for every corner of your home or office
- [No Power Required] The Line-power mode enables you to connect to the world without any dependency on power at your premises.
- [Easy Wall Mountable] This phone was designed to easily hang on the wall of your home and office so that you can keep on doing your activities and be able to take the call when required
- [Speed Dial] With 13 speed dial keys, you can connect to your frequent contacts by one touch dialing
- [Last Number Redial] Call not connected is easy to retry with quick redial option to dial the last number again
- [Volume Control] With receiver volume control, ringer volume control and mute option you are able to control all facets of audio before the call and during the call
- [Lighted Keypad] Having a lighted keypad helps you use the phone even when its dark around
- SUPER LONG RANGE UP TO 2300 FEET - Experience the best in long-range coverage and clarity, provided by a unique antenna design and advances in noise-filtering technology. With over 2000 feet or range, you can be on a call anywhere in your home, yard, or even your neighbors home..Caller ID Announce - The handset and base announce the name of the caller, so you don't have to scramble for the handset to see who's calling. Expandable up to 12 handsets (uses IS8101 accessory handset)
- SMART CALL BLOCKER AND CALLER ID ANNOUNCE - This system lets you block nuisance callers on the spot with one touch. What more, it can filter robocalls and unwanted call while allowing welcome calls to get through. For screen out robocalls, set it to ask the callers to press the pound key. For screen out unknown callers, set it to ask the callers to record their names and press the pound key. After your caller completes the request, the phone rings and announces the caller's name. You then can choose to block or answer the call, or forward the call to the answering system.
- BLUETOOTH CONNECT TO CELL - Make and receive calls from your cellular plan while enjoying the comforts of a home phone. Pair up to 2 cell phones and connect 2 cell phones, or one cell phone and one BLUETOOTH headset for use with landline calls. With a touch of a button, enjoy the high-tech benefits your smart phone offers. Even if your smart phone is in a different room, you can still access Siri or Google Now from the cordless handsets. Place a call, listen to a text message, respond to a text message with a voice respose and perform all the other actions these services offer.
- DIGITAL ANSWERING SYSTEM WITH VOICE GUIDE - This cordless system includes a digital answering machine that has a LED message counter, and records up to 22 minutes of incoming messages, outgoing announcements and memos. A built-in voice guide can help you to set up the system easily.
- LARGE SCREENS, BIG TEXT, LIGHTED KEY PAD - High-contrast text on the extra-large 2 inch screen on handset and 3.5 inch screen on base make it easy to read incoming caller ID or call history records. Plus, the enlarged font and extra-large and lighted handset keypad allows for easy dialing in low-light conditions. This feature is especially helpful for those who are visually impaired.
- Caller ID Announce - The handset and base announce the name of the caller, so you don't have to scramble for the handset to see who's calling.
- Expandable up to 12 handsets (uses IS8101 accessory handset)
How to choose a good home phones
Does the idea of finding a fantastic home phones make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in home phones. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top home phones products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top home phones on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top home phones brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top home phones based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the home phones were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good home phones, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your home phones.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting home phones for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our home phones. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what home phones should you purchase in 2022?
This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on home phones.
