Customer Reviews

Uniden TRU8860-2 5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Phone with Dual Handsets and Caller ID (Black/Silver)

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I've looked at a lot of phones and selected the "Uniden TRU8860-2 5.8 GHz Digital Cordless Phone with Dual Handsets". I was looking for and found in the TRU8860:

- Well built phone, not cheap or flimsy
- Smaller size phone fits well in my hand and comfortable when talking. Other phones were just too big or too small
- Very good sound quality
- Excellent handset speaker phone. So good, I decided not to get the base (which was only $5 more) since it took up more room on my desk and provided no real value.
- Large easy to read screen with name, phone, time
- Well laid out and organized features.
- Dual 5.8ghz transmission. May transmit on 2.4 ghz and sent on 5.8ghz causing interference with my wireless network

I purchased (and returned the VTech i5853 5.8 GHz) since the phone was large and clumsy for me.

The only negative I have for this phone is that the range isn't quite as good as the Vtech and another 900mhz phone I have. Those seem to extend about 10-15ft more in my house, which has lots of walls.

Overall, I highly recommend this phone.

Like most people, I have purchased an unreasonable number of sub-$50 phones over the last few years, and universally, they have turned out to be crap. I finally took the financial plunge and purchased the Uniden TRU8860-2 (which is actually two handsets) and have been very, very pleased. It is extremely easy to use, is a real digital phone (DSS), has a great range, is loaded with features (that are easy to access), does not conflict with my wireless network, has a good battery life and acceptable sound. I have some slight criticisms that should not discourage you from your purchase: I don't find the sound quality to be as clear as I would hope (this has a very faint hiss), but there is no denying that it is still FAR better than all other cordless models I've purchased. Also, I find the handsets a bit small for my taste (others will disagree, to be sure), but again, a small price to pay for finally getting a cordless phone that does everything it should do - every time.

I learned my lesson--don't buy a cheap telephone. This one, at just over $100 for 2 handsets, is a true winner. Voice quality is clear, even when using the speaker phone feature. The display is light and readable. The 5.8Ghz frequency ensures no interference with wireless computer networks (using 802.11b,g).

The only drawbacks, and they are very minor, include:

- Only 3 "dialed" numbers get stored, as opposed to almost 100 incoming numbers (via Caller ID).
- A more efficient arrangement of some of the buttons would make it easier to activate the speaker phone and the phonebook of stored numbers.

This sturdy phone is worth buying.

I was looking for a handset that would not interfere with 2.4Ghz wireless that has taken over my neighborhood and caused many reception problems. Saw the Motorola 5.8Ghz and thought I'd give it a try after trying out a Panasonic 5.8Ghz which sounded like I was talking through a tin can. Unfortunately Motorola was just a bit better on sound quality, but not much. The last part of every word gets cut off. I couldn't go far from the base without loosing signal and the volume was low to medium. Battery life was marginal at best. I am slightly hard of hearing, (but have perfect pitch) so having a little more juice in this department would be good. The features are okay but, layout and interface are primitive compared to other phones in this price range. I guess the 3rd time is the charm because I ended up finding the 5.8GHz Uniden Tru 8860-2 finally with normal human voice quality and volume when needed. The layout and functionality for the features are intuitive and easy where the phone is not drawing attention to itself because of it's quirkieness and low quality (Motorola and Panasonic.) Take it from me, if you are looking for a 5.8 Ghz phone, get the Uniden

I have been trying out a number of phones lately, and this
Uniden phone has by far the best reception of the bunch. The connection is very clear and callers sound like they are in the next room. In fact this is the clearest cordless phone I have ever had, and I have had many office and home phones for my home office. The features are pretty nice, and fairly comprehensive. The speakerphone in handset is a really nice and addicting feature. The battery life is not quite as good as my previous Panasonic phone.

I use this phone with the Vonage VOIP phone service and it is plugged into the wireless router and sits about three feet from the wireless antennae. I have had no problems with interference. I did have interference problems on other 5.8 GHz phones I tried. Many 5.8 Ghz phones do use the 2.4 Ghz spectrum for part of the signal, so still may interfere with 802.11B & G wireless.

I recently replaced my old cordless phone with the Uniden TRU8860 5.8 Ghz cordless phones. I'm very pleased with the quality of the sound, the ease of setup, the choice of features/menu/ringtones, etc. I have a wireless network at home and the phone has caused no interference at all.
The phones appear to be solid and well made and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a cordless phone. I think it's worth it to spend a little extra and buy a good quality 5.8 GHz phone...even if you don't have a wireless network now, you may at some point buy a new computer, keep your old computer and network them (that's what we did).
Just be sure to keep one corded phone at home, in case of power outages - the cordless phones don't work in those situations and sometimes the cell phone towers are not working and you won't be able to call the power company.

I have owned some decent but expensive Panasonic phones and a V-tech system that I wasn't crazy about in the past. This system is my favorite by far because of its great sound clarity and features, easy programming and reasonable price. I did spend some time inputting nearly 50 numbers into the phonebook including distinctive rings for frequent callers but copied it to the second handset in about 30 seconds! The phonebook shares memory space with the caller id log but you can store up to 100 numbers either way. You can also program 10 numbers on speed dial and a separate voicemail access number. I am also very excited about the message waiting indicator because I have an answering machine on my fax and rarely remember to check my voicemail! Now when someone leaves me a message I'll be sure to get it! You can use a handsfree accessory purchased separately or speakerphone on the handset AND you can even use the phones as walkie talkies in or outside of your home! This phone system has everything and I will be purchasing additional handsets to replace all of my other phones.

I needed a phone without an answer machine and 5.8ghz. This one seemed to fit the bill. I read all the reviews and had mixed feelings. But since I had a $10 coupon for Amazon, I bought it. Only issue was one of the hansets just died on me. Push a button, the handset would light up, but nothing else. Amazon quickly replaced the entire system and paid for the return of the damaged set. Nothing big. Phone cannot store more than a combined 100 Caller ID numbers AND phonebook entries. Reception is good and voice quality is good. Feels a little flimsy though.

We've had these phones for a few weeks, and so far really like them.

The sound quality is very good.

There are no problems with 2 people interfering with each others' reception using both extentions at once.

The speakerphone and works well.

Phone locator makes both handsets ring.

Price for extra handsets is reasonable.

Redial function is available on the illuminated menu screen.

Would recommend these phones.

I've had this product about a year now. It was a nice set. It has a good range and works fine anywhere inside the house or outside around the house. I've not had any problems with it. Here and there I have to drop it on the base to re-register it or I'll have no dial tone.

Sound quality seems fine compared to other devices. However, other people say it sometimes sound unclear or like I'm distant or in a box. I'd say many of the phones of owned recently are along these lines too and worse, so this one I think is better than most.

Overall I am satisified with the product. I am a tough consumer because I think in general that products are overpriced and disappointing. I would not make an effort to buy this product again - its adequate but certainly not a great cost or just an amazing product. It servers its purpose but I would not rave about it.