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Hosted VoIP PBX vs. Talkswitch IP Phone System

Total Cost of Ownership Comparison

Hosted PBXs like Packet8 and Vocalocity are gaining popularity with their lower up front cost and claims of affordable service. Our calculator shows the cost of one such service compared to the Talkswitch Phone System with VoIP lines.

What's in each package?
The Talkswitch system is configured with their midrange phone while the hosted PBX includes their least expensive phone. Both packages include unlimited long distance service. Neither package includes the cost of bandwidth, which varies by location. Neither package includes professional installation, which will vary by installer. Pricing is as of Dec 8th, 2008 MSRP pricing rounded to the nearest dollar for all equipment and services.

 

How Many Extensions?

Ratio of Extensions to lines?
Commonly businesses have a 3:1 or 2:1 ratio of extensions to lines (simultaneous calls).


   Hosted PBX
Talkswitch PBX
 Up Front   $1032  $2527
 1 yr TCO
 $4872  $3967
 2 yr TCO
 $8712  $5407
 5 yr TCO
 $20232  $9727