Southwestern Bell FM2575 Corded Speakerphone with Answering System and Caller ID (White)

I needed another phone exact as the one I had before, cuz comfy with it, and its reliability. Had the last one over 15 years. Everything is easy to understand on it. In fact I did nothing to set it up, Just plugged in the line, and the plug for the message machine. Thats all. I appreciate the booklet and extra parts, but it works perfect just as is. I like simplicity, and that was definately fulfilled. Thank You.

I purchased this phone at the GOODWILL store used for $3 about 3 maybe 4 yrs ago. My Dad pasted on August 15th & the answering machine took a dump. It stopped working that morning. Other wise I think it`s a great phone. The phone still works but I need a answering machine. Gonna buy one new this time. I hope I have better luck this time.

We have one that's been in service for well over 5 years and has been trouble free. A second unit is about 3 years old and is also trouble free. Very easy to use. Only downside is small CID display.

This phone comes with good features, but it performs very poorly. Answering machine messages are virtually unintelligible, and it is very difficult to hear and understand people through the handset. I wish I never bought this phone. If you think the price is too good to be true, you're right.

I'm amazed at this design flaw. I don't have space to wall mount this phone, so It must sit on my desk. However, when it sits on the desk, the display is tilted backwards (away from the person sitting at the desk), so I must stand up to read caller id display (to decide if I want to answer the phone). How annoying. The whole reason I got a speakerphone was so that I could work uninterrupted at my desk if I wanted to answer calls. Now I have to stop my work and stand up to decide. If you can wall mount this phone, the display would be easily visible, and the phone might otherwise work great. I never got as far as to try it.

Perfect telephone.

This is a sturdy and workable basic telephone. If, like me, you want an uncomplicated and easy to use instrument, this one does nicely. My only caveat is a small one - you have to hit the buttons firmly when you dial or they don't register.

I ordered this phone despite one review that complained that everyone can hear it when an incoming call is monitored. Fortunately, that review is mistaken. There is a volumn control for the speaker (and speakerphone) that allows it to be effectively shut off. I'm very pleased with the phone (and very fast delivery).