V-Tech CS5111 5.8GHz Cordless Phone with Caller ID (Silver/Black)

Reviews of V-Tech CS5111 5.8GHz Cordless Phone with Caller ID (Silver/Black)

1.) I'm Impressed, I'm Cheap, I'm Listening, I'm Happy!
Reviewed by: Khantour Dallas, TX
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After my home phone broke, I was looking for a cheap replacement. Like most households now are not using their home phones, I still keep a home phone just in case, and talk to the occasional telemarketer that get passed the Do Not Call list(j/k) Well I was looking for reliable, caller ID, high frequency that won't interfere with my wireless network, Back lit, and most importantly Cheap. I have purchased V-Tech before and had no problems. At first I was skeptical but I have come to give some cheaper brands a try. It is easy to set up. The buttons are nice and big, Caller ID back lighting is great, enough to see when it rings in the dark. It does not interfere with my wireless network which is important cause we have 4-6 computers/laptops connected. The sound is clear and crisp. You cannot go wrong with this phone and its price.

2.) Love the little thing
Reviewed by: Rodney Goff
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My 15 year old Radio Shack cordless died so I got this one VTech CS5111 as a replacement. I also have 4 other cordless telephones in use throughout the home and external buildings. The Vtech is equal to or better than all of them. I found the audio normal and the phone comfortable to my ear. It is very simple to operate. I would certainly buy one again.


3.) Perfect with Magic Jack!
Reviewed by: Gggirlgeek "Mel" Seattle, WA
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This phone is perfect for me. I use magic jack as my home phone and forward calls to my cell when I'm out. Now I pay $10/month for both!

Anyway, back to the V-tech. Great sound, great caller ID. Totally comfortable to talk on for a long time. I can keep it on my shoulder just fine too. The directory and caller ID functions work great once you read the manual and figure it out; not the most obvious set of functions. The volume and clarity are great though; no static.

With magic jack the phone's caller ID works perfectly, you just have to make sure to plug the magic jack into a SELF POWERED usb hub (with a power cord) rather than straight into your computer, then the caller ID kicks in. Also you can use your computer speakers and microphone as the speaker-phone. (Also make sure the phone is set to touch tone or it won't dial out with magic jack.)

I like the fact that it doesn't pick up a call when I take it off the cradle. I am always looking at the caller ID before I answer and I don't want to be afraid to touch my phone while squinting down at it.

I also like the option of adding new handsets later.

4.) Good Value
Reviewed by: Looking For The Best Value Just Like You
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If you picked this phone it's because it's one of the few phones left that is still stand-alone without a lot of extra handsets, is up to date visually and specifications, by a name brand, and value priced. It met all of these requirements for me.

5.) Great, inexpensive phone
Reviewed by: James B. Fruin
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I don't ask for much from a phone except easy set-up, good sound quality, and durability. The V-Tech fits those categories very well and the price is incredibly low. I had this same phone for 5 years and the battery went. A new battery costs as much as the phone so I just got a new phone instead. Another thing I like is the shape of this phone. I looked at several phones in the $50-$100 range but they looked like cell phones. Apparently most people have tiny hands and fingers to press thos little buttons all cluttered together. If you can do without all the frills, this is the phone for you.

6.) Very happy with this purchase
Reviewed by: G. Quigley Lady Lake, FL United States
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I was looking for a simple portable phone to put on the desk in my den, without all the bells and whistles...reasonably priced...in a slim line design, not wanting it to take up too much room. Haven't had it all that long, but it works just fine. No problems with it. I like the sleek look, better choice of color design. It sits in a silver base and is attractive as well as having good voice and range quality. The price was right. I would recommend this product, and I find I have good luck with Vtech products.

7.) Love This Phone
Reviewed by: Trieste7 Los Angeles, California United States
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I was looking for a relatively inexpensive phone with lots of features, but especially a signal for unanswered voicemails and a "find headset" feature. This phone has both and, although I often leave it off the cradle for a couple days or more, the battery never seems low. This was a good purchase for me!

8.) love it!!!
Reviewed by: crochet crazy Florida
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i have had this phone for several years. I would recommend it highly. It holds the charge for about 48 hrs when i forget to put it back in the charger. Auditory quality is good and could easily be used
with those with a hearing aide. Definitely worth the money!-(I have tossed other phones that cost more
because of not holding charge and tinny auditory quality)

9.) My Review
Reviewed by: Nakul
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It's got great range and virtually no interference. Wish there was an option to disable the keypad sound. Display is bright and sharp with great sound quality.

10.) Excellent Value
Reviewed by: K. Nordhus
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The sound is clear and unlike with my previous and much more expensive cordless phone you can actually see the display. I really couldn't believe how much I like this little phone. It's very user friendly and perfect for those of us who just want a good no frills cordless phone.

11.) Nicely fills the bill
Reviewed by: J. Wolk Miami Beach, Florida
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We live in a condo and have a home business/office. Our primary phone is a 2-line base plus additional cordless. We needed to get an additional cordless (not part of the 2-line system)and didn't want to spend a lot of money because it wouldn't be the phone we usually use. This phone is perfect - and then some. The sound is good. It is comfortable and easy to use. The screen is a good size and easy to read. Highly recommended.

12.) Great Value
Reviewed by: D. Zuehlke Northern California
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I bought this phone because this phone new costs the same as a replacement battery for my last cordless phone and in past experience, once a battery wears out, the entire phone would soon follow. The call sound quality is better than my last GE/Thomson cordless phone and nearly as good as the corded phones in my apt. The GE was not as good but usable. Since all I really wanted was a cordless phone that worked well for making calls, this has met my expectations very well. With that being said, if you're looking for a phone loaded in features (speakerphone, answering machine, multiple handsets) this will not work out for you.

13.) Great phone
Reviewed by: Lorrio Morton Grove, IL
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We were looking for an analog phone -- not too many left out there it seems. We know the electromagnetic-issues with digital, so we were trying to avoid one. This cheap phone is great, I'm glad we bought two of them to get the free shipping. We'll eventually use the second one, too. Would have liked a speaker feature, hence the "4" rating for features. It hung fine on our wall, too -- does not stick out too far.

14.) Outstanding Value For The Price - So Far !
Reviewed by: TONY SUBURBAN PHILADELPHIA
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It's still new, but for the price it's as good a bargain as you can get in an era when it's hard to find anything made well. It does everything it's supposed to, was easy to install, and directions were user friendly.


15.) great phone, great price
Reviewed by: Book Fan Massachusetts
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Fine voice quality, good size number display, handy features; perfect size for limited space on the desk or side table.

16.) excellent
Reviewed by: Joe From Chgo Chicago, Il. United States
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Read other reviews and purchased item to contrary to bad reviews. Works great,easy to hook up,and for the price the quality is way better than my previous phone,which it replaced

17.) it is what it is
Reviewed by: Dad Ed Warren, OH USA
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1. Read the write up on this phone.
2. It's simple - wife loves it - put it in her sewing area.
3. The right product for the right person in the right place, and best of all easy to hook up and sounds great, looks great, big enough keypad to use easily, caller id easy to see, 5 stars from me.....

18.) Excellent User Friendly features and
Reviewed by: Geniebugged Roanoke, Virginia
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Works with MagicJack* [PC phone] [great clarity] which is what we bought it for - rec'd 2PM - all set up and into charger base for initial 16 hrs charge at 2:30.

Has charge enuff to make test calls to and from the cell - [Take Ur cell off vibrate or it will skip across the desk surface] - personalized all basic neat features and U gotta love the 'Find handset' function button on the base - checked this out first - to test for Ringer volume setting 3 rooms away with doors closed.





19.) Best and Easiest Phone Ever
Reviewed by: mtsue Midpines, CA USA
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Of all the cordless phones I have bought and used, this is the best. Easy to set up. Easy to use. Reliable. Screen for caller ID is big and clear. Speed dial up is easy to set up and use. The phone looks and fits and any area.

20.) Good and Cheap
Reviewed by: T. Baker
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Bought this phone to put in the bedroom. Had it for about 5 months and it works great! Thinking of buying another one.

21.) Up up up...
Reviewed by: VMl. DR
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If you want to buy a cheap phone with excelent features and easy to use
this is the one for you.

Very light, user friendly, good sound, large range.

Take my advice, buy one of this and you won't regret it.

22.) Cheap but worth more than its price tag suggests!
Reviewed by: HB Rochester,NY
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Is worth every penny - if you are looking for a no-frills straightforward replacement of an old dial clunker: go for it. It doesn't defrost automatically nor does it brew coffee at predetermined times, but I love it!

23.) I'm happy
Reviewed by: Linda A. Lutz
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Originally I thought one of the 2 phones I purchased wasn't working. I, however, discovered it wasn't the phone but the line coming into the house. Once that was repaired, the phone worked beautifully. I'm extremely pleased with this product.

24.) Great phone, terriic value
Reviewed by: Shel New Jersey United States
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This is the best phone in my house. CallerID works, voice clarity is excellent and the price is right. As for the battery, only time will tell!

25.) Basic cordless phone
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V-Tech CS5111 5.8GHz Cordless Phone with Caller ID (Silver/Black)
I recieved this item this week,and find it to be a very goood item,woorthj the money.
It is a basic coordless phone,having memory,CID recall,excellant sound quality,very easy to program and use.
I bought it as a recon unit,thus had no manual.I downloaded one in PDF format from [...],and thus learned to program it and use it's full functions.
It doesn't have a voice mail(unless you subscribe to voice mail thru your phone carrier),but does have CID recall of missed numbers,so one can look up missed calls.
It has excellant range.I tested it to 100 feet from the base unit.It comes reconditioned with new three cell ni-cd batttery pack.
I would say it's well worth the askiong price if one wants just a basic,reliable cordless phone.

26.) Great Phone!
Reviewed by: Polock Lawrence Ks. USA
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Ordered this phone as a replacement for a substandard GE phone(it would only hold a charge for no more than 10 minutes,even when new!)The price of this phone was excellent..it arrived promptly and was of course extremely easy to set up.Large lighted display is easy to read and after the initial charge time of 12-15 hrs,has proven to be very dependable.I recommend this phone highly!!!

27.) V-Tech cordless
Reviewed by: book lover
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A gift mailed directly to my niece in another state and the timing was perfect. She is thrilled with the features and the quality of this product.

28.) Great for the price
Reviewed by: Liz Philadelphia, PA USA
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I needed a phone and this phone was great price-wise and works great so far. Im happy with my purchase

29.) Mother-in-law Gift
Reviewed by: Roger R. Hearn JAX, FL USA
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The phone was just as I had expected. My mother-in-law was able to use it without a lot of explanation. It was very important to find her something she could easily use.

30.) Works Well
Reviewed by: Richard Jackson
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This V-Tech cordless phone was a best buy in Consumer Reports. The voice quality is excellent. I wish it turned on automatically when picked up for an incoming call, like my old one which failed.

31.) Clear sound, simple, just right!
Reviewed by: Wally IL United States
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Recently, I got a Nettalk TK6000 (device that competes against MagicJack and Ooma) to make phone calls over the internet. I was looking for a cordless phone to use that would be easy to operate and have decent sound quality.

I checked out two other cordless phones, but decided to use this one. I already had one phone around the house. It was a 5.8ghz Uniden brand that had a built in answering machine. However the phone contained too much static. Then I went and bought a Panasonic Dect 6.0 cordless phone. I loved the features of the Panasonic but had one problem. After making a call for about 1 1/2 hours, the phone gave me a headache. I think from the Dect 6.0 technology (the handset and base of these phones constantly send out tiny microwave pulses of radiaton). So I decided to return the Panasonic and found the Vtech CS5111.

Here's what I like:

- sound quality is good (not crystal clear, but free of static)
- nice ergonomics (properly sized keys, sized to fit ear and mouth well -- unlike small cell phone like ones)
- Wi-FI friendly - won't interfere with wireless networks
- 5.8 Ghz technology (lower technology than the newer Dect 6.0, but I'll pass on the microwave pulses)
- keys are protected with plastic so they won't wear off or get ruined if wet

Here's what I dislike:

- dim backlighting (The box shows bright backlighting but the phone is not. The light is about as bright as
dim lighting of a lcd watch)
- battery indicator (The box shows a constant batter indicator, but in reality that only shows when the battery
is low)
- directory (only holds a total of 20 contacts)
- dialing programmed calls (there's a delay about 20 seconds after programmed dialing and when the called
phone rings)


One other general note about cordless phones. I wished more companies would start using standard sized (AAA or AA)
batteries instead of unique cordless phone batteries specific for that phone. The Panasonic used AAA rechargeable metal hydride batteries. That was a nice touch.

Overall, I'm satisfied with the Vtech CS51111. I feel like Goldilocks. The Uniden had to much static. The Panasonic Dect 6.0 gave me a headache. The Vtech fit just right!

32.) Great Second Phone
Reviewed by: Calamity Jane
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Sound quality is fine. An extra volume control button would be more easily accessible if placed on the base, as it is on the handset. The screen lets you see who's calling before you answer - gives name and number. It also shows who called while you were out. The receiver has some weight to it, but the base is very lightweight plastic. It easily gets knocked around on a desk. If it falls, something's bound to break. The base has a "Find Handset" feature that causes a misplaced receiver to beep.

The numbers on the keypad are encased in clear plastic. No worries about the numbers wearing off. The phone has speed dial, but I haven't used it. I don't use the voicemail either. The redial feature is nice. You can increase or decrease the volume off the ringer.

It's a decent phone for the price.

Try Walmart though. I paid $14.99 for mine.

33.) Great phone
Reviewed by: Clifford Sayre Kennett Square, PA United States
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Very good phone at a very good price. The frequency that this cordless operates at avoids interference from other wireless networks. It is clear when my other phones are static laden.

34.) Perfect Simple Functional Phone
Reviewed by: simpleton TN
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I read the reviews on this and expected easy installation, minimal performance and minimal problems. All those attributes held true. The phone took <10 minutes to get set on the wall. The reception has been good but I haven't tried walking too far away. I have had no problems with any of its other functions as well. Great phone at this price for basic performance.

35.) Solid
Reviewed by: PL LA, CA
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I actually purchased this phone from a local store since the one I ordered from amazon arrived a week too late. Anyway, the phone is a solid phone, I've had it I think about a month or so and there have been no problems. Clear sound and no interruption with my other wireless gadgets/network. If you need a basis reliable phone and don't want to spend a lot of money, this is a good options.

36.) V-Tech cordless phone
Reviewed by: Auld Phart near Chickasawhatchee Ga USA
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Easy to use - above average sound quality - good volume control - easy to read information panel - and the best part is that it is an inexpensive phone that works quite well.

37.) Good, cheap phone
Reviewed by: T. Poston Bartlett, TN
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I needed a phone to replace one in my bedroom. My previous phone did not have ringer volume adjustment and would scare the daylights out of you when it rang. This phone has a pretty well lit screen which makes it easier to see at night. It has ringer volume adjustment. Good little phone for the price. However, it does give one the impression of being made of cheap plastic. I would recommend for an extension phone or spare phone but not for a main phone.

38.) Cheap cordless phone
Reviewed by: J. Smith Washington DC
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Needed a cheap cordless phone for my magic jack that would not interfere with my wifi and cordless mouse which are 2.4 Ghz. This is the answer. Nice to find a decent cheap phone without multiple handsets or a built in answering machine. My only complaint: I cannot find any way to adjust brightness or contrast on the handset which bites because the display is extremely dim and low contrast and I can't read it without strong glasses AND strong light even though it is backlit. Other than that, it is a great phone with good call quality and the features that you expect in this price range.

39.) Does the job and at a cheap price
Reviewed by: Stewart
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My old phone was, frankly, big, clunky, and I was too lazy to clean the dust and grime off of it. Since I have been using my cell phone for many years almost exclusively, I only needed a decent quality phone at a cheap price and this phone fills the requirements perfectly. I like the looks of it but can't comment on any of the many features as I just don't use or have a need for them except for keeping the ringer off (but I imagine most phones have that feature these days). Has a good range from the handset and I've talked at length without having to put it back in the "cradle" or whatever to recharge.

Seems to dial slowly after you enter a phone # in and click "talk", but a minor annoyance. Seeing the phone # you dialed should be clearer or brighter but that would be the only downsides. For less than 20 bucks, it gets the job done and doesn't look like cheap junk.

40.) V-Tech Cordless Phone
Reviewed by: Lady Kings Ontario,Ca.
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This is a great phone for the price...But it does'nt have speakerphone, I kind of miss that from my other V-Tech phone, But it still is a good phone.

41.) Good non-speaker phone
Reviewed by: S. Ramsey
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This is a very stylish phone. The only thing I wish it had is a hands-free speaker function. Other than that, it's great.

42.) V-Tech CS5111 Cordless Phone
Reviewed by: syrenab N. Brunswick, NJ United States
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Easy to use and set up. For elderly like me, a brighter display would be helpful

43.) Inexpensive and good quality.
Reviewed by: Jason Andrew Richer
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Overall this phone looks good and is easy to use. I have had it for several months now with no problems and would highly recommend this product.

44.) Phone works great
Reviewed by: M. Roskin Maryland
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The phone sound is very good and all features work as advertised. The handset is very comfortable. At the price for this phone, it's a great deal. We have 3 phones and are very pleased.

45.) Great for the price
Reviewed by: Brenda L. Slichter
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This phone has everything in features that I wanted in a phone for a great price. The only thing I haven't done with it yet is to see how far away from the base I can go, before losing a signal.

46.) V-Tech CS111 5.8GHz Cordless Phone
Reviewed by: Nilesh P. Kawoor NY,USA
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I purchased this cordless phone a month ago. So far its really good. The sound quality is good. Usability is good.
And more over its very affordable. :)


47.) nice little phone for the price
Reviewed by: To be kind to your opponent is too be cruel to yourself. Somewhere, Wisconsin
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Greetings,

Having dropped the phone several times, and still working I think it's a nice little phone. I wish the sound quality was better, but what do you want for 17 bucks? Also wish it would have worked, and came charged. Also wish there was a button for voice mail. Next time I will probably get a cordless phone.

48.) My new phone
Reviewed by: leelan Northeast
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I am very happy with my new VTech portable phone. It was very easy to install and works great. It is nice to have caller ID and call waiting. A good buy for the money.


49.) Great for the money!
Reviewed by: Morgan
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It was exactly as shown in the picture and I recieved it fast! I gave it to my dad for christmas and he loved it! It was easy to set up and it works great. It was a great price and I'm very happy with it!

50.) Good buy
Reviewed by: RC Stamford, CT
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Its a good buy for the price that we pay. Though the sound quality is not very good (sometimes there is an echo), it surely works as an extra phone in my home.

51.) Good phone, slow dialing
Reviewed by: D. Boseman NW Florida
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Phone works well. No interference. If you enter the number first and then press on, the phone is very slow to dial the number. Of course you can turn on the phone first and dial, but I'm used to the other way as with cell phones.

52.) V-tech review
Reviewed by: Sue Woodward Monticello, Florida
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The only problem with this item was mine. I needed a phone with an answering service and thought this was one.

53.) Buy Cheap, Get Cheap
Reviewed by: Spudman Pasadena, MD United States
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I bought this phone because I wanted minimal gadgetry for a minimal price. I got what I wished for and less.
This phone does work, is light in weight, and does look good. Except for the three small buttons on the bottom row, the backlit buttons are large and easy to see and easy to push. Sound quality is not stellar, but is more than adequate.

Two gripes are the dimly lit display that in no way measures up to the brightly lit screen shown on the packaging. Also dialing is slower than other phones I've used, but that's a minor complaint.
In retrospect I wish I'd spent a little more for a phone with a speakerphone feature.

This isn't a bad phone for a second, third or fourth option. It's a good phone for that spare bedroom, but not the best choice for one's primary phone.

54.) Good but ...
Reviewed by: Brian
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The phone works well but I have two gripes. First, the base seems larger than it needs to be and is a little unstable. Second, and more importantly, there is no 2.5mm headset jack. My last V-Tech had one and I used it frequently. This is not a deal breaker for everyone but I wish I knew this a week ago.

55.) Good value for the occasional user.
Reviewed by: No such thing Free Lunch, Luna UAE
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I use my home phone about half as much as my mobile (phone). I recently integrated this home phone into a VOIP system. I've owned two Panasonic cordless phones before this and replaced one because it failed.

I purchased this from a national chain store and it included an additional handset; I put in another room as its home. I bought this because it:

Had no additional answering machine (I don't like all in one devices, I would rather pick and choose).
Had a backlit large caller id display.
Had a message waiting indicator so my VOIP system could turn on the message waiting light.
Was a 5.8 Ghz handset.
Seemed to be a competitive value on price, critical factors considered.

Results:

It is lightweight (I like this aspect) with adequate battery life.
The sound quality is exactly what you would expect for a POT (Plain old telephone).
It has a small footprint so you don't have to allocate a lot of table-top real estate for it.
It will not interfere with your home wireless computer network.
Newer, cheaper baby monitors will absolutely wreck your ability to take calls on this phone. (I suspect it is because they transmit on similar frequencies.)
Considering the above, if I lived in an apartment complex I suspect I wouldn't be 'ok' with using this phone because it doesn't have any privacy features like DECT or 'frequency hopping' built in.

Summary:

If you are looking for a phone that is unobtrusive, functional, and inexpensive that doesn't have a lot of complicated and time-consuming features then this may fit your lifestyle.

Like others' comments, it may not have the most responsive buttons and the durability may be unknown. I've had mine for a year, use it lightly and haven't had any problems.

Not recommended for families with heavy users or people who tend to mash the buttons very hard. Not recommended for use in an apartment complex.








56.) Wall Mounting Not Good
Reviewed by: Natalia Simone
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I bought this phone as a Christmas gift. The price was great and I do believe it probably is a good phone, but the wall mount doesn't seem to well. When trying to use the wall mount, the phone's base was not flush on the wall. Unless I was doing something wrong, it was very awkward to have the phone protruding out of the wall. So, if you're looking for a wall mount, I would not recommend this phone.

57.) Fair phone
Reviewed by: SKYPE LOVER USA
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So I got the phone super fast....however days later I went to target store and found it cheaper there then here....the phone works fine ....super easy to use.

58.) Does the job
Reviewed by: M. Lam California, USA
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Probably the quickest cordless phone I ever set up. Caller ID is a plus and the numbers are stored when I am not there to answer. Call quality is good, the handset does what it's supposed to, but it definitely feels and looks cheap. You get what you pay for, but I'm happy since I was just looking for the cheapest cordless phone.

59.) Cordless Phones
Reviewed by: JD CT, USA
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To me cordless phones have been getting worse over the years. Since this was my first purchase with V-tech, didn't know what to expect. The phone was in my garbage can after 1 year! Awful sound, NO battery life, swapped out the battery but still not much better. I did give V-tech one more try but story ended up being the same.

60.) Get what you pay for
Reviewed by: Michelle Martz Council Bluffs
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The display on the second handset burnt out in 5 months, only was used maybe 4 times. Cheap displays of the 80's calculator era.

61.) telephone
Reviewed by: Leah Roland bergen county nj
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it rings, you hear the caller, the caller hears you. The push button dialing is a little slow. But it was certainly cost effective.

62.) good for the price
Reviewed by: arlene long island, n.y.
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crystal clear sound, however as an extension phone it stores too much information. but it would make a great first phone.

63.) ok phone but cheap and awful range
Reviewed by: mom of 2 girls Paso Robles, CA United States
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I've had this phone for a couple of years now. Good news,the battery is still strong. Bad news, I live in a small 1100 sq ft house and when I go to the other end of the house there is a lot of static. It kind of defeats the purpose of a cordless phone. . . Also 20 phone numbers for storage is not much and there is no speakerphone. It is an ok phone if you are going to stay in the same room with it. My other phone goes all over the house no problem.

64.) Cheap get cheap
Reviewed by: Michael Angelo A. Rayo San Francisco, CA
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Problems:
1. I don't use a router for my internet; I connect directly to the modem with the ethernet cable. Whenever I will use this phone, my internet connection will be lost for aa few minutes. I have attached a DSL filter, moved this phone to another room but still the problem persists.

2. There is a problem with the display. When I press on the * sign, on the display it will show as this "|-". Imagine a plus sign + without the left half of the horizontal line. It's like a letter H cut down to the middle vertically.

3. When I press on # sign, an inverted A will appear. Why is that????

I am returning this product.

Also, this does not have an answering machine although there is a VOICEMAIL light on the base that will light up when you have voicemail. But I guess you must subscribe to voicemail with your home phone provider for a monthly fee.

PRO:
The only thing I liked about this is that the handset is not tiny. It is long. It covers from my ear to my mouth.

65.) cheap product, cheap price
Reviewed by: R. Emrath
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Bought this to work with Vought from the computer. No interference, works well for that purpose. I'll be returning it though. It has no headset jack and no speakerphone function. It has no beltclip (with no jack outlet I suppose that's not an issue) And since it only charges forward facing, there's no way to attach a wedge to help you. This phone will be for my long-distance calls so without a way to better wedge it between my head and shoulder and no jack or speakerphone it's a loser. The phone face is also completely flat with no molding so it hurt my ear for just the little bit I used it for.

For extremely brief calls I think it might be just fine. For any other length (ear still kinda hurts and I was on only 1 min) and long calls I'd go with something else.

66.) Doesn't offer what box says
Reviewed by: Corgizmom Rockaway, NJ USA
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The box picture shows "voicemail". However, there is no voicemail setup. Disappointed & now I have to pay for it to be returned. (was a cheapie phone too) Unless it is for your basement-don't bother.

67.) Great if you don't try to leave the room.
Reviewed by: Curtis B. Whatley Mission, Texas USA
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I spoke at length with Vtech about this phone. Their bottom line is that if it is near a computer or a wireless network it will not work very well. I agree with them completely. The phone works fine when i am within arm's length of the transmitter but as soon as I am more than ten feet away it starts breaking up and as soon as I break line of sight it's pretty much a goner. If you just want to do away with the hassle of a tangled cord get this phone. If you want a phone you can take to the other room or (gasp) outdoors, then get a DECT 6.0 phone, especially if you have a computer with WiFi. You get what you pay for with this phone and if you want a piece of junk not worth $20 then this is the phone for you.

68.) Very disappointed
Reviewed by: AnyPorkInAStorm New Jersey
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I had great hopes for this phone and as soon as it came, I promptly loaded the battery and charged it. After 36 hours, this still hadn't charged. I did all the trouble-shooting, i.e., switched to another outlet, phone line, etc. I even purchased a new battery, but still no go.

I returned it and got a full refund but I would have preferred a phone.

69.) Terrible voice quality
Reviewed by: N. Miller Matthews, NC
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I purchased this phone for $14.00 from Target - in the store. I wanted something that I could use to replace my older phone that I continually purchase replacement batteries for. I guess this phone makes me sound like I'm in an echo tunnel. I hear some strange sort of sound when I'm on the phone. Don't waste your money.

70.) Very picky speaker
Reviewed by: Eli C. palm desert, ca
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I purchased two of these phones as a package, and the earpiece in one was noticeably quieter (even after adjustment). Everything else seemed OK, with one major gripe, again the earpiece - if your ear wasn't positioned over it perfectly, there was an almost 100% loss in volume. This made for some awkward conversations, fumbling to find the right angle.

71.) I would like to give 0 stars.
Reviewed by: Stevo Pennsylvania
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I checked for wireless phone and saw this item had good rating. When I received it however I found I couldnt even get a dial tone, let alone make a call. The only thing it does is ring when you call the number but you cant talk on it. Then I go to web and see there are lots and lots of complaints about this phone. I had to ask myself, is this even supposed to work?

72.) Get what you paid for.
Reviewed by: Moazzam Al-islam
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I own this for a while now. it's sucks. Battery don't even last for 3 minutes than need charge. i can't even find replacement bettery. DO NOT BUY THIS ITEM

73.) Did not work
Reviewed by: depot key Tallahassee, Florida, USA
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I tried this phone in two different houses, at two different area codes, and never could get it to work, even after calling V-Tech and following all the troubleshooting procedures. I think if it worked it might be a fine phone for the price. Fortunately I can return it to amazon for a full refund.

74.) Don't buy this phone!
Reviewed by: C. Deichsel
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Worked ok for a few weeks, then started whistling/feedback sounds. When a call would come in, you couldn't understand a word that had been recorded. POS!

75.) no answering message, generic or otherwise
Reviewed by: Sharon K. Yntema Ithaca, NY United States
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There are two big problems:
1. It is not clear how to activate the answer message at all. When people call in, they say it just rings and rings
2. There is no personalized answering option, although even a generic would be better than nothing.

I'm probably missing something, but I've read the manual a couple of times and can't figure it out.

76.) This phone is junk
Reviewed by: Hank Trisler San Jose, CA, USA
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I ordered this on the recommendation of a friend. A friend with no taste, it turns out. Sound quality was abominable and the thing kept fading out in my office. I returned it within a week.

77.) Phone user
Reviewed by: An Amazon Fun
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This is a low quality phone. The phone design is poor, it will hurt your ear and voice quality is bad, volume is low ... Maybe the price is low too!

Features of V-Tech CS5111 5.8GHz Cordless Phone with Caller ID (Silver/Black)

Vtech 5.8 GHz Cordless Phone with Caller ID

The Vtech CS5111 Cordless Phone with Caller ID operates on the enhanced 5.8 GHz frequency for clear reception that won't interfere with WiFi networks in your home. The handset features a large, lighted display that makes for easy viewing. The CS5111 is caller ID/call waiting compatible, which tells you the name, number, time and date of incoming calls, even when you're already on the phone. It stores the information of the last 45 callers.

The phone has a phonebook directory that stores 20 names and numbers which can be dialed with the touch of a button. There are also nine speed dial presets and an indicator alerting you of a waiting voicemail. Users can choose from a set of ringtones to personalize their phone. The handset fits comfortably in the hand and the phone includes a wall mount bracket for placement options.

1.) Cordless phone system with caller ID;
2.) Operates on 5.8 GHz frequency that won't interfere with wireless networks;
3.) Caller ID/Call waiting compatible with memory for last 45 callers;
4.) Phonebook directory with memory for 20 entries;
5.) User selectable ringtones;

Package Height x Length x Width: 9 in. x 9 in. x 5.6 in.
Package Weight: 1.45 lbs.

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