IP PBX Phone System = Free Long Distance?

An IP-PBX phone system can be hardware appliance, or virtually, as a software system running on a workstation computer. Due to the fact that a major part of IP PBX phone system functionality is software based, it is relatively inexpensive and easy to add features that can exist in only enterprise level business phone systems.

Getting an IP PBX for your office, doesn't necessarily mean that you have free long distance. This is a typical misconception I have seen with any new prospect that I meet.

The truth is that an IP PBX, by virtue of the technology that has created it, has the ability to instantly connect to various VOIP service providers who are able to give you dial tone or phone line via your existing broadband internet connection. No expensive upgrades required. Just connect your IP PBX phone system to the internet and setup your internet phone line or VOIP Line.

And depending on what deals your VOIP phone telephone line company has to offer, you can get free unlimited calling to some countries or absolutely free calling to any place in the world!

Residential VOIP phone service may be cheap when you calculate the cost of all the features bundled into one low price. But when it comes to business VOIP, I beg to differ.

Consider this, a good business VOIP service will cost you between $22.95 - $32.95 per month. If you need more than 3 channels for simultaneous outgoing calls (called multi-line or hunt group in traditional telephony  terms) you may as well opt for a dedicated broadband access which will cost you around $59.95 a month ...remember this is a business account and you will pay a premium for the better grade of service and support.

Taking the lowest figures you will end up spending $128.8 for a 3 channel VOIP trunk. And this works out to minimum $43 per line. Compare this with your friendly neighbourhood landline provider with the features that both offer and then make an informed decision.

Don't buy VOIP just because of the hype. Remember, when you buy VOIP, you are also relying on the broadband service provider. Whereas, in case of landlines, there is a direct copper wire circuit connecting you directly and exclusively to the telephone company's switching network.

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