Within this review we are looking into the Panasonic KX-DT546 phone. This is a desktop phone of the Panasonic digital handset range. We will look at the features of the handset, the pros and cons and who the ideal customer is for the KX-DT546. There are different handset options within this range, plus a plethora of other handset options on other phone systems worth considering. With all of these options, choosing the handset to fit your needs and your business can be extremely overwhelming. We are here to help you make the right decisions.

Using our 15+ years of experience of working with businesses and communications systems day-in, day-out, we will review phone systems and examine the good and the bad in each handset. We want you to make an informed decision and purchase the most suitable handset for your business, so we have done the legwork for you! Read on to discover what the Panasonic KX-DT546 has to offer, how it compares to other handsets on the market and if it is the right handset for you.

Who Is The Panasonic KX-DT546 For?

We have found that this executive digital handset offers brilliant audio quality with good functionality. This handset in particular is best suited to communications medium sized offices, and for managers of smaller offices.

Main Benefits Of The Panasonic KX-DT546

Ease of Use

With a simplified user interface, everyone who interacts with the handset, whether they are a long-term office worker or a new recruit. The user friendly design of the KX-DT546 makes it comfortable for everyone to use.

Full Duplex Audio

We 1have found the KX-DT546 to have excellent audio quality in all components. Our customers love having full duplex audio quality as it makes conversations crystal clear. No more straining to hear the speaker on the other end and no more repeating yourself! Clearer, shorter conversations lead to increased productivity and efficiency.

Electronic Hook Switch

With a built in Electronic Hook Switch port, the KX-DT546 has access to the Plantronics range of DECT enabled headsets. This offers a range of portability and comfort as frequent users can move around freely, without being tied down to one place by handsets.

Alternatives To The Panasonic KX-DT546?

There are plenty of telecommunications systems on the market that are suited to everyday users, so it is important that you research and find the system best suited to your needs. Of course, this is time confusing and often confusing so this is why we have done the research for you! At first you find the phone system you want, then the handset to use in conjunction with it. The difference between the phone system and the handsets is that although the handsets are of course an important factor, they are essentially keyboards for the phone system itself. The phone system is where a lot of the features and functionality stem from. Therefore, it is important that you first choose a phone system that suits your needs, and then choose the handset that you want to work with that system.

The Panasonic KX series is a portfolio of desktop phones, with the features and functionality based on the intended user of the handset.

Staying with Panasonic as your phone system, but looking at different handsets, there are a couple that you should be considering. The other handsets within the range are the KX-DT521 and KX-DT543. The KX-DT543 is the executive handset of the range, whilst the KX-DT521 is the standard handset.

Looking at other systems…. iPECS eMG80

The iPECS eMG80 is a phone system from LG Ericsson. This system is a good alternative to the Panasonic series. The system itself, and the handsets that pair with it, are the best alternative to the Panasonic. We have found the eMG80 to be an incredible top quality product for a very low price. The system offers all of the basic features such as voicemail, DND, day and night greetings etc, and also showcases the more advanced features like voicemail to email, auto-attendant and multi-party video conferencing. Our customers love that this system offers an outstanding range of features at a low price.

One option to consider from the iPECS eMG80 range is the LIP-9030. This mid-range Gigabit IP phone has a Full Duplex speakerphone, Wideband audio and EHSA. We have found that the LIP-9030 combines an adequate number of functions suitable for many businesses, including managers, remote workers and general offices.

Panasonic KX-DT546 Pro's

Two-position desk tilt

With a two-position tilt when mounted on the desk, you can adjust the handset to suit your needs and be comfortable when making calls.

Large Display

The large, clear LCD display assists you to use the handset intuitively, with fast access to phone books and features. This premium handset boasts a large 6 line display.

Electronic Hook Switch

With a built in Electronic Hook Switch port, the KX-DT546 has access to the Plantronics range of DECT enabled headsets. This offers a range of portability and comfort as frequent users can move around freely, without being tied down to one place by handsets.

Ease of Use

With a simplified user interface, everyone who interacts with the handset, whether they are a long-term office worker or a new recruit. The user friendly design of the KX-DT546 makes it comfortable for everyone to use.

Panasonic KX-DT546 Con's

Limited Functionality

The only real difference between this Premium handset and the Executive model is the size of the LCD screen and the number of lines it supports. However, as a premium user you may benefit from a more advanced handset. Technology is developing at such a rapid rate, and for a little more money you could invest in a handset that has enhanced capability to streamline communications and change the way your business works, especially if you are an executive and want to make your communications more sleek and modern. If you are looking for a premium handset, there is technology on the market that can really blow your mind - with touch screen technology and unified communications, you can have the world at your fingertips.

No Bluetooth or Wi-Fi

Without Bluetooth or Wi-Fi functionality you cannot take advantage of such time-saving features as Bluetooth contact transfer, bluetooth headsets or Wi-Fi hotspots.

Conclusion

We have found the Panasonic KX-DT46 to have excellent audio functionality. It does have an attractive design and good feature set, however, throughout our experience we have found that executive and premium users usually require a more advanced set of features and functionality. Think about what you need for your business, and whether the Panasonic KX-DT46 addresses all of your needs or if you do need to invest in a more technologically progressed handset.