Which Yealink VoIP Phone in 2026

PoE (Power over Ethernet)

Desk phones can be powered through the network cable, with no separate power socket needed. 802.3af handles up to 15.4W for standard phones, while 802.3at (PoE+) delivers up to 30W for larger touchscreen models. If your switch does not support PoE, you will need a separate AC power adapter.

DECT (1.9GHz wireless)

A dedicated wireless standard built specifically for voice. It runs on a separate frequency to Wi-Fi, so it does not compete with your office network traffic, and it offers excellent range — up to 300m outdoors, typically 50m indoors — with consistent low-latency audio and long battery life. A base station is required.

Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)

Some desk phones have Wi-Fi built in, which is useful for hot-desks, boardrooms and locations where running a network cable is impractical. Dual-band (2.4 and 5 GHz) is preferable, as the 5 GHz band is less congested and more stable for voice. Only some models include Wi-Fi built in; others need a USB dongle.

Bluetooth

On a desk phone, Bluetooth is primarily for connecting wireless headsets, and BT 5.0 or later is preferred for stable connections at around 10m. On portable handsets it lets you pair wireless earbuds or a Bluetooth headset for hands-free use on a call. Some phones need a USB Bluetooth dongle; newer models have it built in.

Android on a desk phone

Premium phones such as the T88W Pro run a full Android OS, so you can install apps — Microsoft Teams, Zoom, your CRM — directly on the phone, turning it into a small all-in-one business terminal. Genuinely useful for power users, but if your team only needs to make and receive calls it is unnecessary overhead.

SIP lines and accounts

A SIP line is a registered connection to your VoIP server or cloud PBX. Entry-level phones support 3 lines, which is enough for most staff, while manager and executive models support 8 to 16. More lines mean more simultaneous calls and more extensions monitored via BLF keys without an expansion module.

RJ9 (4P4C)

The standard telephone headset jack — the small square connector found on almost all corded office headsets, including Plantronics, Jabra and the Yealink corded WH series. Best for traditional wired headsets and for replacing an existing headset-equipped phone. Analogue only, so no digital audio quality improvement.

3.5mm (TRS)

The standard audio jack, the same as a smartphone or laptop headphone socket, and found on portable handsets. Best for consumer earbuds, lightweight mono headsets and call centre staff on the move. Most headsets get no call control buttons for answering or hanging up unless they are specifically compatible.

USB-A

USB headsets plug in like any USB device and the phone presents the headset as a USB audio device, supporting digital audio and call control. Best for professional USB headsets such as the Yealink UH and WH series, Jabra Evolve and Poly Voyager. Requires a USB port, which not every desk phone has.

USB-C

The newer USB standard, with the same digital audio benefits as USB-A but a reversible connector. In this range it is currently found only on the T88W Pro. Best for modern USB-C headsets and accessories, and for future-proofing — though there are still fewer USB-C headsets on the market than USB-A.

EHS (electronic hook switch)

Not a physical port but an adapter connection: the EHS40 adapter plugs into the phone and a DECT or wireless headset, letting the headset answer and end calls automatically. Best for call centre agents using DECT wireless headsets who need hands-free answering. Requires a compatible headset and the EHS40 adapter, sold separately.

Bluetooth (built in or dongle)

Wireless headset connection. Built-in Bluetooth is more convenient; a USB dongle such as the BT50 or BT52 adds it to phones without it natively. Best for wireless headsets like the Yealink BH series, Jabra Evolve2 65 and Poly Voyager Focus. Range is limited to around 10m and can be affected by interference.

Budget — under £110

For businesses watching spend carefully, or equipping staff with moderate call volumes. You still get a genuine HD VoIP phone with AI noise cancellation.

Best desk pick: T73U, £75. Three SIP lines, AI noise cancellation, RJ9 and USB-A headset ports, PoE or AC. The trade-offs are the smaller 2.8" screen and a single USB port. Add the BT50 dongle at roughly £20 for wireless headset support.

Best portable pick: W78H, £68 (handset only). Cost-effective if you already have a compatible base station such as the W70B or W80B — 14h talk time, Bluetooth for headsets, 3.5mm jack. Choose the W78P at £101 if you need the base included.

Do not compromise below this tier; the quality drop is significant.

Mid-range — £110 to £200

The sweet spot for most businesses: larger screen, more SIP lines, better audio, and in some cases built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, without premium pricing.

Best desk pick: T74U, £100, or T74W, £115. The T74U is the T73U's smarter sibling — 4.3" screen, 8 SIP lines, two USB ports — and suits managers and team leads. The T74W adds Wi-Fi and built-in BT 5.0, so phones can go anywhere without network cabling, which is worth the extra in shared spaces.

Best portable pick: W59R, £98 (handset) or W79P, £122 (system). IP67-rated for light industrial, hospitality and outdoor use, with 17h talk time. The trade-off is the 3.5mm headset jack, which is sealed for the IP67 rating.

Premium — £200 and above

For executives and power users whose phone is a primary productivity tool rather than just a communication device.

Executive desk: T77U, £220. A 7" IPS touchscreen, 16 SIP lines, PoE+ power and enhanced AI noise cancellation. Ideal for directors and department heads managing multiple lines — no Android, but extremely capable as a feature phone.

Premium all-in-one: T88W Pro, £275. Android 9, Google Play, front camera for video calling, BT 5.0, dual-band Wi-Fi, USB-A and USB-C, premium noise cancellation. The only model here that properly supports Teams or Zoom calls and softphone apps alongside a hardware SIP line.

Reserve this tier for roles where the extra capability directly saves time or improves high-value calls.

General office / reception

T73U — best-value AI noise cancelling desk phone; handles three lines with full headset compatibility.

Team leader / supervisor

T74U — eight lines, larger screen, two USB ports; worth the step up for anyone managing a team.

Hot-desk / flexible workspace

T74W — built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth mean no cabling, so it connects anywhere on the network.

Director / executive

T77U — 16 lines, 7" touchscreen and PoE+; a powerful feature phone without Android complexity.

Video conferencing / app user

T88W Pro — the only model with Android, Google Play, a video camera and USB-C.

Mobile / warehouse staff

W78P — DECT system with base, 14h battery and Bluetooth headset support; the most cost-effective system.

Industrial / outdoor, IP67 needed

W79P — complete ruggedised system, IP67 sealed, MIL-STD drop rated, 17h talk time.

Adding to an existing system

W78H or W59R — add-on handsets only, at handset price without the cost of another base station.

Wired USB — UH46 / UH48

Plugs directly into a USB-A or 3.5mm port. No charging, no pairing, no range limits — it simply works, which makes it the best choice for call centres, reception desks and anyone who rarely leaves their chair. Lowest cost per headset.

Trade-off: you are tethered to the desk. Stretching to a filing cabinet or standing up mid-call is not an option.

DECT wireless — WH68 series

Uses the dedicated DECT frequency, the same technology as cordless phones. Range of up to 180m gives genuine freedom to walk away from the desk mid-call, and it beats Bluetooth for stability and call quality in dense wireless environments.

Trade-off: only works with a DECT-compatible device — a desk phone via the DD10K adapter, or a PC via USB dongle. It cannot pair with a mobile phone.

Bluetooth — BH74 / BH78

Connects to any Bluetooth device — desk phone, PC, laptop or mobile, and to two at once with multipoint. Range is around 10m. The most flexible option for hybrid workers switching between a desk phone and a laptop through the day.

Trade-off: shorter range than DECT and more susceptible to interference in offices full of wireless devices. Needs built-in Bluetooth or a dongle on the phone.

Entry — under £65

The UH46 is the smart entry pick. Dual USB-A and 3.5mm means it works on desk phones, PCs, laptops and handsets with a 3.5mm jack. Solid noise-cancelling boom mic, Teams certified, and ideal for general office staff who are mostly desk-bound.

Mid — £65 to £100

The UH48 is a wired upgrade with a better noise-cancelling mic, worth it for call-intensive roles. The WH68 suits staff who need wireless freedom without paying for Bluetooth — DECT range is far superior for anyone moving around the office.

Mid-high — £100 to £130

The BH74 fits a hybrid worker switching between desk phone and laptop all day, as Bluetooth multipoint handles both at once. The WH68 Workstation or WH68 Hybrid give DECT with simultaneous mobile connectivity.

Premium — £130 and above

The BH78 is for any role where call quality is critical: hybrid ANC and a six-mic beamforming array produce noticeably cleaner audio than anything else here. The SP96 suits hot-desks or meeting rooms needing a shared speakerphone rather than personal headsets.