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Ooma Telo VoIP Free Internet Home Phone Service Affordable landline replacement Unlimited nationwide calling Call on the go with free mobile app Low international rates Can block robocalls black
Last Updated: July 5, 2024 (Refresh Now)
6.3
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Review Analysis - 88 recent, verified reviews
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Connectivity
30telo, port, number, internet, home
+63%
-37%
" ... a new Ooma device and continue using the Ooma services . ... still a lot cheaper than the Landline or any Internet cable provider that comes with all the extra fees. ... "
" ... Ditch your current provider and make the switch. ... "
" ... I never did this with my initial Ooma Telo. ... "
" ... I use this as a back up land line into my house, since we use our mobile phones as our primary lines. ... "
" ... All the house phone jacks work as before, no Ooma adapters required for handsets around the house. ... "
" ... Plugs in your existing router and your old phone. ... "
" ... I am pleased that I finally solved my issue with my Ooma Tel device, Even though it didn't come with a power cord, I finally solved my issue, I will not say what I did to solve it . ... "
" ... I just connected it exactly like the old one. ... "
Usage
24easy, telo, set, process, phone
+88%
-13%
" ... Setup is easy but I do need to contact customer support. ... I wish a link at their web site to make this even easier ... "
" ... Plus, when we go on the boat or in the travel trailer, if we have internet, then that's where our "home phone" rings, no matter where we are. ... "
" ... Setup was easy. ... "
" ... Note: should the house power go out (very rare) so does the phone. ... "
" ... If you don't want Premier service then monthly charge is free, pay only taxes. ... "
" ... I got the basic Ooma Telo, followed all the instructions, and had it up and running on my wifi at home in about 30 minutes. ... You will need it and your credit card information to start the activation process. ... Now, you can set up Ooma Telo on line or through the Ooma Set-up app. ... "
" ... I save about $30 a month since i cut my phone line from the house. ... (We dont believe in cell phones for the kids until they can pay for it themselves). ... "
" ... Easy to set up . ... "
Reliability
20years, replace, ooma, lasted, years ago
+50%
-50%
" ... So far the working phone is not being used and it's too late to send the unit back. ... "
" ... First one worked for 1 year, 2nd has now failed after the 2nd year. ... "
" ... Broke in six months ... "
" ... This one has only lasted 14 months (install 2023). ... "
" ... Stopped working after two and a half months. ... From the beginning it would stop working intermittently. ... "
" ... I again explained everything and that I would like to (at minimum) get my $17.98 for at lease the last month. ... "
" ... It didn't make sense for any free months if I was unable to set it up. ... "
" ... It came online then frequently goes offline. ... "
Calling
17ooma, call, spam, incoming, telo
+59%
-41%
" ... I've been really happy with Ooma Telo as my VOIP phone service. ... "
" ... I would recommend this phone regardless of the call dropping issue. ... "
" ... Reduce landline phone cost. ... Excellent voice quality and easy installation. ... "
" ... The calls are clear. ... "
" ... I set it up so if someone calls my Ooma number, it rings. ... But if I don't answer it right away, it also rings my cell phone, so I don't miss any calls if I am away from home. ... "
" ... She had the same phone number for 40+ years, and many of her friends and family only have that number, not her cell. ... "
" ... Well, actually, we bought the Ooma Premier, it's cheap enough to try, and it has reduced spam calls to nearly zero. ... "
" ... Finally, the call quality is as.good or better than my old VOIP service, and I really can’t tell the difference in the way the phone works at all. ... Caller ID works just the same, voice mail, too. ... "
Software
12app, google voice, activation code, updates, phone
+58%
-42%
" ... Now, you can set up Ooma Telo on line or through the Ooma Set-up app. ... Ooma will let you know that your account is now active. ... "
" ... Just download the Ooma setup app few clicks and it's done. ... "
" ... a new Ooma device and continue using the Ooma services . ... "
" ... The Ooma app is very easy to use. ... "
" ... They will ask for MAC address, serial number, and activation code. ... "
" ... Hardware device functions fine. ... "
" ... Ooma Phone Genie locks you into paying $15.99. ... "
Marketplace
7finally, seller, returned, item, device
+57%
-43%
" ... Ordering something online? ... "
" ... For $6 a month this is a perfect replacement. ... "
" ... Finally I decided to pull the trigger on the return. ... "
" ... This only cost half of my original one. ... "
Battery
6port, number, charged, time, term
+67%
-33%
" ... One fee for equipment plus 1 charge annually for related taxes (about $10 bucks). ... "
" ... One time purchase with free number and no charge except for tax and fees is a winner. ... "
" ... Love that Ooma doesn’t lock you into long-term contract and a fixed monthly charge. ... "
" ... However, I was being charged $19/month by Ooma, despite it being advertised on here as "Free". ... "
Price
5cost
+80%
-20%
" ... This only cost half of my original one. ... "
" ... I bought it for the cheaper price. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
5finally, returned, device, decided, amazon
+40%
-60%
" ... Returned the item. ... "
" ... Will have to return the device to Amazon as it is completely usesless. ... "
" ... I had to call Amazon to get them to allow a return, and ordered a Ooma Telo directly from Ooma. ... "
Cable
5ooma, landline, cable company, voip, paying
+100%
" ... So, when we decided to quit cable, Ooma became a great possibility, and I am really impressed with the whole Ooma process. ... Once you get that confirmation, then you simply plug your phone's cord into the back of the Telo, and you are all set. ... "
" ... I am pleased that I finally solved my issue with my Ooma Tel device, Even though it didn't come with a power cord, I finally solved my issue, I will not say what I did to solve it . ... "
" ... Makes your phone bill from the cable company go away. ... "
" ... I was paying $10 a month to rent VoIP telephone equipment from my cable company. ... TIP: I ported my old landline number from my old cable company, and Ooma handled everything per their website. ... All set, and Ooma allowed me to upgrade to Fiber Optic Cable with AT&T without loosing my landline. ... "
" ... More reliable than the old cable phone we used to use. ... "
Battery / Charging
5port, number, time, term, taxes
+80%
-20%
" ... One fee for equipment plus 1 charge annually for related taxes (about $10 bucks). ... "
" ... One time purchase with free number and no charge except for tax and fees is a winner. ... "
" ... Love that Ooma doesn’t lock you into long-term contract and a fixed monthly charge. ... "
" ... However, I was being charged $19/month by Ooma, despite it being advertised on here as "Free". ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
4item, new, finally, cost, called
+50%
-50%
" ... To avoid this is, buy the new item. ... "
" ... To the seller - PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE SHIPPING THE RIGHT ITEM - what I received was falsely advertised on Amazon. ... "
Body
4months
+25%
-75%
" ... What a piece of plastic waste. ... "
" ... Broke in six months ... "
Sound
3sounds, old, months
+67%
-33%
" ... The audio clarity is indistinguishable from the old land line. ... "
" ... The sounds are beyond my expectations. ... "
Network
3+33%
-67%
" ... Only issue I have is the connection dropping for no reason. ... "
" ... I plan to go back to the customer comments to see if any thing flags Linksys routers as problematic. ... "
Features
3blinking red
+67%
-33%
" ... Works great, reminder if you don't want all the extra bells and whistles and to keep the costs to turn off the premium features before the end of the trial period. ... "
" ... They all had feature deficiencies or high monthly prices. ... "
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