VTech VT 2461

49% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

handset speaker phone, expandable, nice answering device

short battery life, inability to name handsets or copy phonebook, no answer handset access.

Can turn off low-battery warning beeps.Third party battery is available.

None

Great features. Battery backup.

Fails due to design defect. No support.

Multiple voicemail boxes impressive, handset reception good when it functions

Handsets seem to burn out a little over 1 yr, replacement parts are expensive

Answering unit, caller ID and multiple "cordless" units

Failure of answering machine as warranty expired, clarity

3 phones 1 base

breaks down after 18 months

Great Phone when new

Short Lifespan

Clarity, convenience of not needing 2nd phone jack for add'l handset.

See above - answering machine/base does not last.

Handsfree works ok.

Answering machine does not last.

clear reception ; great features

does not last long