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Panasonic KX TGE445B Cordless Phone with Answering Machine 5 Handsets
Last Updated: October 16, 2019 (Refresh Now)
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Call quality
289block, call block, call blocking, caller, caller id
+69%
-31%
" ... And, the phone comes with an answering machine. ... I also believe it has Bluetooth built-in, so calls can be transferred directly to a mobile phone. ... "
" ... Clear announcement of caller. ... "
" ... Loved that you can block calls ... "
" ... It has a call blocking feature which is easy to use. ... "
" ... The ability to block incoming calls is very helpful. ... Nice phones, although the voice that tells you the caller's name and number is hard to listen to. ... "
" ... + Announces callers by their Caller ID Name ... "
" ... Like the talking feature. ... "
" ... Phones have excellent audio, bonus is 250 call block numbers within the phone. ... "
Device Compatibility
189cell, cordless, panasonic, handset, messages
+77%
-23%
" ... Amazing phone system . ... "
" ... Phone system works just fine. ... "
" ... It's a cordless phone, it works. ... "
" ... Not garbled like modern "smart" phones. ... "
" ... Especially compared to my very old cordless phone system, this new system is much more reliable, and was easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... It is available with a button on each wireless phone ... "
" ... Very good phones with several functions ... "
" ... It also announces incoming phone number which is pretty convenient. ... "
Ease of Use
121easy to set, easy to use, set, numbers, user
+97%
-3%
" ... And, it was from the same manufacturer, so set-up and any minor programming was easy. ... "
" ... Received on time and set up was very easy. ... "
" ... Great use, easy, non obtrusive, nice size ... "
" ... It is easy to use and it had features that we really like. ... "
" ... It's easy to use. ... "
" ... larger letters on phone so good, has good sound, easy to set up ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... easy to set-up . ... "
Sound Quality
90static, poor, terrible, background, speaker
+60%
-40%
" ... The sound is clear. ... "
" ... These had a higher frequency and now we all hear each other perfectly. ... "
" ... Does allot and great sound, really like this system! ... "
" ... The sound is so clear from our end and I know it is for the caller as well. ... "
" ... The sound is a bit more muted and is turned as high as it can be, but I can work with that. ... "
" ... Good sound for sure. ... "
" ... And I wish the sound quality were a lot better. ... "
" ... The phones ring, the sound quality is great, speaker quality is fine and the Block feature is nice. ... "
Product Reliability
76years, phones, working, weeks, stopped working
+58%
-42%
" ... Worked well "right off the bet." ... "
" ... My last Panasonic lasted well over 8 yrs . ... "
" ... Worked perfectly out of the box. ... "
" ... My last set of phones (previous model) lasted about 3yrs, so I’m hoping I’ll get that at least. ... "
" ... became available and got a week early! ... "
" ... I used the phones for over a month and its performance is very good. ... "
" ... She does two or three a week. ... Hopefully these last 10 years like our old Panasonic system did. ... "
" ... But I got 12 years out of them. ... I'll be happy if these hold up 3 years. ... "
Features
70many, feature, panasonic, lock feature, block feature
+97%
-3%
" ... I especially like the block feature. ... "
" ... Very easy to setup, but the best thing is the blocking feature. ... "
" ... The blocking feature is good. ... I don't know what a 'lock' feature is, that you request under rate features, so I can't give it a rating. ... "
" ... all the features ... "
" ... The set offers many features. ... "
" ... The phone has a lot of cool features. ... "
" ... It also has the capability to block up to 300 spam numbers, a useful feature these days. ... "
" ... Also it has many features that my previous phone did not. ... "
Battery Life
61battery, charge, battery life, phones, rechargeable
+61%
-39%
" ... The batteries last a long time and the range from the handset to base is very good. ... "
" ... Each of the phones operates with two AAA sized rechargeable NiMH batteries (included), and the system is designed so stored battery power in the handheld phones can be used to power the system in the event of a power failure. ... "
" ... Bought these phone to replace our 7 year old cordless phone that would no longer keep a charge. ... "
" ... Easy set up, good feel and great battery life. ... "
" ... It holds it's charge really well. ... "
" ... The battery life on these units is great. ... "
" ... The phones' battery-power system keeps running for a while in an electrical outage, and you can buy a recharging device to keep it going longer. ... "
" ... Charge lasts a lengthy talk time session. ... "
Price
55money, phones, worth, great value, waste your money
+78%
-22%
" ... This Amazon price was the best price I could find for this quality. ... "
" ... Good product especially for the price. ... "
" ... In general, it's a good system (and reasonably priced). ... "
" ... Good phones for the money. ... "
" ... They have the same phone for cheaper price and works great. ... "
" ... save your self time & money, look elsewhere for a phone system. ... "
" ... Happy with the price I paid, too! ... "
" ... And got a great price ... "
Controls
49button, large, numbers, block, base
+71%
-29%
" ... The menu and interface is intuitive and simple enough to get used to right out of the box. ... "
" ... This one has 250 slots and all I have to do is hit one button! ... "
" ... Great phone, especially with the large numerals and easy to use "block caller" button. ... "
" ... Bigger buttons than older models. ... "
" ... Buttons are large as well as the led. ... "
" ... I bought this product for my Mother and she is able to use and understand what buttons to press to retrieve messages etc. ... "
" ... Loud, clear, obvious buttons to push. ... "
" ... They have a one button "call block" button and easy access speed dial feature. ... I love the big buttons. ... "
Setup
40set, instructions, setup, follow, easy to set
+90%
-10%
" ... Then do the rest of the setup, and put the new unit wherever it belongs. ... "
" ... Easy to setup and very good sound quality. ... "
" ... Needs easier operation instructions to add phone book. ... "
" ... Key numbers are larger, super easy set set up . ... "
" ... Everything was easy and quick to set up. ... "
" ... Easy set-up ... "
" ... Received on time and set up was very easy. ... "
" ... Easy setup with many more settings and options than you might need. ... "
Capacity
39home, room, base, kitchen, intercom
+90%
-10%
" ... Phones are in 3 rooms. ... "
" ... Purchased for elderly parents. ... "
" ... Great in our tri-level home! ... "
" ... However, all of the handsets work throughout our house. ... "
" ... I bought phones for our home. ... We have a cordless phone in each room necessary. ... "
" ... Plus, there are enough to have around the house and not run for the phone. ... "
" ... He can now call me if I'm in another room or in an errand. ... "
" ... My house is built on the side of a mountain ... "
Volume
38hear, speaker, loud, louder, loud enough
+21%
-79%
" ... Yes, volume is on high!! ... "
" ... NEED LOUDER VOLUME. ... "
" ... 1- The clarity and volume of the hand sets is poor. ... "
" ... Sound iis gravelly and have to use speaker. ... "
" ... The message volume I am very upset. ... "
" ... Also the volume on the answering machine should have a higher volume adjustment The other thing it needs are more substantial phone and answering machine stands. ... "
" ... It's tinny, with background noise and sounds like someone is talking from across the room. ... "
" ... volume was not as loud as speaker and not near loud enough in normal use. ... "
Display Clarity
30large, buttons, easy to read, numbers, screen is bright
+77%
-23%
" ... Love the large display and audio caller ID. ... "
" ... Nice large number screen and sharp voice and has adjustable volume. ... "
" ... The screen is bright and easy to read. ... "
" ... The screen and buttons are nice and large, perfect for my parents for whom this set is, as they are older and still using landlines in addition to their mobiles. ... "
" ... A real phone, with weight to it, easy visibility on the screen, large buttons, clear connection to talk . ... "
" ... Display is great. ... "
" ... I REALLY LIKE THE WHITE BACKGROUND ON THE SCREEN AND THE LARGE LETTERS, EASY TO READ AND ALSO THE VOLUME BUTTONIS GOOD, THE SOUND IS GOOD AND I CAN HEAR WELL ON THIS PHONE . ... "
" ... The phone display is really large and easy to read. ... "
Returns
29returned, returning, late, sent, send
+7%
-93%
" ... VERY DISAPPOINTED & too late to return after only a few months of frustration. ... "
" ... I would like to return them to Amazon. ... "
" ... Too late to return ... "
" ... Sent them back & replaced with AT&T ... "
" ... May be sending these back. ... "
" ... Pity you don’t offer a return on the worst product I have every bought and Amazon never responds! ... "
" ... Returned product within days of trying it. ... "
" ... Unfortunately it is now just over 90 days so I cannot return it for new. ... "
Network
28house, signal, reception, base, 2018
+75%
-25%
" ... In our case, the cell is connected to the carrier via our house WIFI and fast internet (FIOS). ... "
" ... Audio quality is good and signal range is excellent. ... "
" ... Plus im not sure I get the best signal by me at times. ... "
" ... Need to put additional "connectivity" in disparate places in the house - this is a cheap way to do it in a high class way. ... "
" ... Work well with good range. ... "
" ... They get OK range ... "
" ... Better range than previous AT&T phone. ... "
" ... Bought the recommended extender so now the handsets can go outdoors away from the house for quite a distance. ... "
Charging
28phones, charger, chargers, charging, batteries
+50%
-50%
" ... have to shuffle phones onto main charger, aux doesn't charge. ... "
" ... Although it would be fully charged, just mysteriously, for no reason, the screen on it would go blank. ... I had to put it back on the charger for it to gain the connection again and then I could answer the phone. ... The problem is not the battery because when they reconnect after going blank, the units will show they are fully charged. ... "
" ... The batteries with the older ones still lasted a week off the charger. ... "
" ... The charging base stopped working. ... "
" ... All chargers except the main one stopped working after a week ... "
" ... NOW I HAVE TO FIND A COMPANY THAT WILL NOT CHARGE ME FOR THE PANASONIC. ... "
" ... One of the base chargers does not work. ... We have to continously alternate using the other 2 chargers. ... "
" ... Batteries dont work, wont take charge ... "
Comfort
24hand, feel, comfortable, phones, uncomfortable
+63%
-38%
" ... I like the bigger numbers and bigger pads, yet they are so lightweight. ... "
" ... The hand sets aren't that bad as they do have a little heft or weight to them at least after the batteries are inserted, but the action of some of the keys/buttons is not very good as you have to press some keys multiple times when trying to input an entry. ... "
" ... The white bqckt4ound with prominate black numbers are easy to read Comfortable in my hand. ... "
" ... Replaced with these and very happy with sound quality and feel of these phones in hand. ... "
" ... With 10 additional years of age on our visiont and fingers, both are welcome improvements. ... "
" ... Makes Grandma feel good with her ear back on her own receiver. ... "
" ... For the price It should of had 4 hand sets . ... "
" ... One reason I bought it was because I can use my hands free headset with them. ... "
Marketplace
23works as advertised, thank, return, described, advertised
+74%
-26%
" ... Subsequently bought a V Tech from Amazon and it is perfect. ... "
" ... (See my attached pictures.) ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Purchased this item as a "Warehouse Deal". ... "
" ... The phone arrived as advertised. ... "
" ... Exactly as described ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Thank you Panasonic! ... "
Fit
23phones, fit, base, panasonic, phonebook
+52%
-48%
" ... They apparantly hold up to abuse rather well as I have one satillite phone that my cat knocks to the floor periodically and it still works well. ... "
" ... No dislikes - I needed 3 phones at my house and this set fit the bill. ... "
" ... fit our needs ... "
" ... Is great to have a home phone because you can use it as a home base business phone. ... "
" ... The system comes with belt clips that can be attached to the handheld phones if desired. ... "
" ... Doesn't foam up and holds strong. ... "
" ... This one fits the bill on all accounts. ... "
" ... The things I most appreciate about these phone are the huge phonebook capacity, the belt clips, speaker phone on all headsets and ear phone jacks - yes! ... "
Software Platform
13phones, message, interface, unwanted, messages
+62%
-38%
" ... Great for blocking daily unwanted Robocalls. ... "
" ... got this so i can block unwanted numbers ... "
" ... Very good user interface. ... "
" ... Adding a personal phone message is simple. ... "
" ... Just received and set up this phone set, and have not really even used it yet other than to check all the settings. ... "
" ... Not garbled like modern "smart" phones. ... "
" ... I had to update/replace an older Panasonic phone set. ... "
" ... The instructions are nicely written and the phone’s menus are set up in a logical manner. ... "
Bluetooth
12cell, phone, phones, sound quality, home
+92%
-8%
" ... I read quite a bit on all the various Bluetooth enabled cordless home phones from Panasonic, ATT, and VTech. ... The unit functions seamlessly with our cell phones and landlines and the Bluetooth connection links up each time we walk in the door at home. ... "
" ... Bluetooth range is good, and always pairs when within range. ... "
" ... Bluetooth to my iPhone and I can hear it ring anywhere anytime! ... "
" ... They receive and make calls through your cell phone's bluetooth and the sound quality is excellent. ... The phones work with all phones with bluetooth, including older flip phones. ... "
" ... If you have more expensive cell phone has blue tooth where you can get calls from your cell phone when home. ... "
" ... I also believe it has Bluetooth built-in, so calls can be transferred directly to a mobile phone. ... "
" ... It is an excellent option at a great price from Panasonic when it comes to cordless and link2cel BT phone. ... "
" ... The BT link doesn’t work pretty well . ... "
Build Quality
12phones, box, looked, lightweight, lighter
+67%
-33%
" ... The phone looks and feels very high quality, ... "
" ... I had bought this set 13 years ago with 4 phones and after teenagers, grankids, being dropped, used constantly it was time for a new set. ... "
" ... The phone is built solid so if you drop it or something it’ll be fine. ... "
" ... They have similar plasticky build which makes the handsets lightweight and the whole system affordable. ... "
" ... Really good glue. ... Doesn't foam up and holds strong. ... "
" ... I have dropped a few times and it still works! ... With my grooming business, I needed a durable phone that can take a beating ... "
" ... These are especially nice to keep in contact with hubby when he's doing wood working out in the garage. ... "
Product As Described
11described, advertised, pictures, exactly, works
+100%
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as described ... "
" ... The product works as advertised. ... "
" ... The phone arrived as advertised. ... "
" ... Ohhh better than described! ... "
" ... (See my attached pictures.) ... "
Design
10looks, look, design, use, phones
+80%
-20%
" ... The phone looks and feels very high quality, ... "
" ... it's the best Panasonic phone yet for that use and looks classy! ... "
" ... The phones look and work great. ... "
" ... I went with the silver which looks lighter on the eyes and blends in with the light counter tops. ... "
" ... I like the design-will try to use it this weekend and decide how it works ... "
" ... happy with the phones, the size, and look. ... "
Delivery
8box, arrived, time, delivery
+88%
-13%
" ... The product was exactly as advertised and was delivered on time as promised! ... "
" ... So excited when they were delivered!!! ... "
" ... Panasonic has always delivered. ... "
" ... Delivery was quick! ... "
" ... item as described, delivered in a timely fashion ... "
" ... Delivered on time and as expected ... "
Size
8small, phones, nice, base, phone
+88%
-13%
" ... Great use, easy, non obtrusive, nice size ... "
" ... I like the fact that the base is smaller and fits my desk nicely. ... "
" ... It is compact and works great. ... "
" ... The ability to carry on a conversation with several phones is also a nice feature. ... "
" ... The handheld phones are a small enough size to carry around comfortably if desired but large enough to provide decent volume. ... "
" ... happy with the phones, the size, and look. ... "
As Gift
6+100%
" ... It was a gift for a friend. ... "
" ... Great Mothers Day gift idea. ... "
" ... This was a gift for my mom, she loves them! ... "
" ... Was a gift ... "
" ... I bought these as a gift but wound up keeping them. ... "
" ... These are so good I also purchase as a gift for my daughter for her first land line. ... "
Overall performance
6system, panasonic, easy to set, always
+83%
-17%
" ... Speed dialing is also easy to set up. ... "
" ... And this system does the job. ... "
" ... + Does its job ... "
" ... They do their job. ... "
" ... That said, the system does the job just fine. ... "
Cables
6jack, sets, plug, jacks, cord
+17%
-83%
" ... I tried different locations and changing out both the phone cord and power cord, but none of it made any difference. ... "
" ... Description should say 2.5 MM JACK!! ... "
" ... I plug out the cord for now but fiddling with the plug often is gonna break it. ... "
" ... It needs 2.5 jack , regular 3.5 does not work ... "
" ... Craig S (8/6/2018, 10:57:45 AM): The phone wall jack if possible. ... "
User Manual
5read the manual, included, instruction, downloaded, set up easy
+80%
-20%
" ... Still playing around with it but I am sure I will figure more out once I have read the manual (lol). ... "
" ... Instruction manual that was included made set-up easy & quick. ... "
" ... No problem, I just downloaded the missing manual. ... "
" ... The manual can also be downloaded as a .pdf file from the Panasonic web site. ... "
Ports
5usb, plug, unit, power, port
+40%
-60%
" ... I do like the rest of the features for this phone, but now I am forced to buy an adapter. ... "
" ... Me (8/6/2018, 10:49:31 AM): The base unit and the router do plug into the same electrical outlet. ... "
Clarity
5clarity, one, distance
+100%
" ... It is very clear ... "
" ... Works well and happy with clarity. ... "
" ... I would give these 5 stars, as the clarity, ring etc are perfect. ... "
Notifications
4message, delete, comes, call, handset
+75%
-25%
" ... The VTECH is much easier just one step to delete calls and incoming messages. ... "
" ... Flashing light on all handset notifying us for messages. ... "
" ... Important messages can be dealt with right away even when away from home. ... "
Pedometer
4block
+75%
-25%
" ... Fewer steps to block incoming call ... "
" ... What steps do I take to get a replacement. ... "
" ... I haven't added anyone else's phone number but that is my next step. ... "
Headphones
4headset, jack, ear, plug, phones
+75%
-25%
" ... My Uniden headset works well with the phone. ... "
" ... Has 2.5 headphone jack like my old phone so my headphones worked fine. ... "
" ... I still use wired headsets! ... It's tough to find a phone with earphone jacks anymore. ... "
Weight
4light, base, phone
+75%
-25%
" ... Although they are somewhat light in weight, the reception and clarity of voicee is excellent. ... "
" ... They’re very light weight and has all the bells and whistles that has made the Panasonic brand so great. ... "
" ... They are very light weight and easily slide around. ... "
Memory
3caller, block, lot
+67%
-33%
" ... Expanded capacity for phone book & blocked caller list. ... "
" ... Plenty of storage. ... "
Keyboard
3numbers, keys, key, feel, easy to read
+100%
" ... The key pad numbers are easy to read. ... "
" ... This was for home use and it was a great purchase , works well , the key pad numbers are the best size to see. ... "
Storage
3phonebook
+67%
-33%
" ... laundry room) and they've worked very well over the several years we've owned them. ... "
" ... Also, if you fill that up, you can delete old ones and have more space again. ... "
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