What are some highly rated phone systems for small businesses?

8x8 and Ooma Office and 8x8 are popular phone systems for small businesses, reports Business News Daily. Each system has different setup requirements, hardware and pricing models.

The Ooma Office system includes a base unit and Linx devices. Users can activate their account by visiting the Ooma website and entering the activation code on the bottom of the base unit. The system operates with numerous phone types, including standard analog phones.

As a cloud-based VoIP phone system, 8x8 requires high-speed Internet access and IP phones. Users can set up the service by calling a member of the sales team, and users without the necessary hardware can purchase it directly from the company.