Compare Prices : Rtx 3088 - Expert Reviews

Pros: Doesn't require a PC, user interface and ease of setup, automatically downloads Skype contacts, 200-entry telephone book, decent in-call quality for both landline and Skype calls, can switch between a Skype and landline call, excellent user manual

Cons: Only works with Skype, microphone needs to be louder, no handset locator on charging cradle, keypad not backlit

Verdict: For Skype users, this is one of the best handsets available. The DUALphone has an excellent interface, decent call quality and best of all, it is very easy to use thanks to a detailed user guide.

Review summary: Make Skype calls without a computer

Pros: Makes Skype calling more convenient, Makes Skype calling more convenient, Excellent sound quality, Comfortable handset

Cons: Expensive compared with wired phones, Expensive compared with wired phones

Verdict: The Dualphone 3088 is an excellent PC-less Skype phone. The base station means it's not fully Wifi, but is that such a bad thing considering the current state of the technology? We think not.

Review summary: We've previously reviewed an earlier version of this phone. That model - still used in our office - was a dual landline and Skype phone. Working on the DECT digital standard for household phones, it was an admirable stab at VoIP nirvana...

Pros: Excellent Skype operation

Cons: Fiddly buttons

Verdict: It has a few niggles, but it's worth the effort

Review summary: The DUALphone has a base station together with a powered charging station for the phone itself

Pros: Excellent Skype operation

Cons: Fiddly buttons

Verdict: Each time you key in a number and hit the green button, you're asked if you'd like to call the number via Skype's SkypeOut service or via your landline. This is frustrating, but you can set it to default to one or the other

Award: Editor's Choice!

Review summary: A DECT phone with Skype and landline support for only £88? I know what I want in my stocking.

Verdict: As the Skype market gets more attention, the quality of phones is increasing dramatically and this is by far the best Skype phone I've used. Without ever needing to touch a PC, anyone can be up and running on Skype, while also having a phone for ...