2 VoIP Phone System Appliances that won't Disappoint
There are many reasons an in-house phone system can be the right choice over a hosted VoIP solution. Each definitely has their advantages, but depending on individual situations, one might be preferable to the other. For instance, you have existing phones that you want to use and need auto-provisioning to reduce complexity when installing the system.
Both of these systems are easily expandable and would be good for a very small business or one with a thousand employees. These IP-PBXs are affordable and have no license fees, saving thousands initially and for years after, and each incorporate enhanced security. Here are two affordable powerful small business phone system top picks.
Top 2 Affordable IP-PBX Business Phone Systems
Grandstream UCM 6300 IP-PBX Appliance
The Grandstream UCM 6300 series IP PBX appliances have been well received by the telecom and network
community. The UCM6300 series enables businesses to create robust
and scalable unified communication and collaboration solutions. This series
of IP PBXs integrates all business communications into a centralized network,
supporting voice, video calling, video conferencing, video surveillance, web
meetings, data, analytics, mobility, facility access, intercoms, and more. It
features a built-in web meetings and video conferencing platform that allows
employees to connect seamlessly via desktop, mobile devices, GVC series
endpoints, and IP phones. The different UCM models primarily differ in the
overall capacity and the number of FXO ports (traditional phone lines),
otherwise they are all similar. The UCM6300 incorporates "Zero Config", a
feature for auto-provisioning, which allows easy installation of IP phones
with minimal manual configuration.
In our view, four FXO ports would suffice for a majority of very small offices. The expansion in more phone lines would come from adding SIP trunks, connecting to a VoIP provider which lowers telephone costs. For most companies, the UCM appliances will do everything required, plus allow for substantial growth, all without license fees. The front-end GUI (Graphical User Interface) is easy to navigate and installation with Grandstream's GXP phones goes smoothly. Great for those that want to take the phone system under in-house management. For hotels, using analog gateways, like the Grandstream GXW4200, they can extend the life of their existing analog phone infrastructure while still benefiting from the advanced features of a VoIP system.
Grandstream UCM6200, a powerful yet easy to manage voice, video, data, and mobility solution without license fees.
Paired together, phones and appliance, Grandstream has designed an IP-PBX that comes in at very affordable prices. Additional Grandstream endpoints, like cameras and door security, can easily to incorporated into the system.
Yeastar P-Series IP-PBX Appliances
Robust
and feature packed is how we describe Yeastar's on-premise Unified
Communication solution.
The Yeastar P-Series IP-PBXs are advanced communication solutions
designed for small to medium-sized businesses. This series includes
models P550, P560, and P570, each catering to different business sizes
and needs.
The P-Series offers a comprehensive unified communication platform that integrates voice, video, messaging, and collaboration tools into a single system. Features include VoIP calling, video conferencing, call recording, IVR, and call center functionalities. The systems are equipped with Linkus UC Clients, allowing seamless communication across desktop, mobile, and web platforms. Key advantages of the P-Series include advanced call handling, robust security measures, and easy management through a user-friendly interface. They also offer remote work capabilities, supporting distributed teams with features like BYOD and teleworking. The P-Series IP PBXs are designed with a flexible modular architecture, allowing businesses to easily expand their communication capabilities as they grow. It also comes with a built-in Hotel Management module, offering more advanced and integrated hospitality features. Yeastar's auto-provisioning feature supports various IP phone models from different manufacturers, including NEC's IP phones.
For customer service solutions, the P-Series has built-in contact center functionality, including ACD queuing and distribution, IVR, and visual call management.
Updated 3/17/2025.
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