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Do you think magicJack is over priced when you consider the alternatives? I think magicJack is currently overpriced when compare it the newly released netTalk Duo currently being offered at the special rate of $62.96($69.99 MSRP) which includes the first year of service. Unlike the magicJack the netTalk Duo does not require a computer to use and has many features that are currently not available with a standard magicJack installation.

Here are some of my preferred features:

1. Computer not required to use the netTalk Duo device
2. Works with your computer in a similar way as magicJack if you are traveling
3. Forwarding rings multiple phone numbers including SIP addresses
4. Voicemail can be turned without additional software
5. netTalk is more energy efficient than most magicJack thin client configurations

MSRP pricing for device and 1st year of service:
netTalk Duo $70.00
magicJack $40.00

Cost of additional year of service:
netTalk Duo $30.00 $2.50 a month
magicJack $20.00 $1.66 a month

I have used both of these services have decided to go with netTalk as my primary provider. Both of these providers my actual be overpriced when consider that Google Voice and Whistle Phone can provide you similar service for free. So for now I will continue to my TK6000 with the above mentioned free providers as backup services.
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surfzombie · MagicJack User Joined: 14 Feb 2010 Posts: 43

I have both of these well the Tk600 and of the two. In my experience the Mj has a better more stable network than netTalk. The NetTalk has come a long way in the last few months and is better than when I first got it. The Nettalk cam be very picky about what brand of routers you use with it. I would Love to see Mj come out with there version of the Nettalk device where it plugs into the router and no computer needed with the Mj network. I like both and use both. I don't think that it is overpriced. Beats the local rip off phone company!

Matt9876 · Posted: Sat Jul 17, 2010 4:48 pm Post subject:

I realize MJ doesn't work for everyone but for me the next five years are already paid for and the upfront cost is under $100, I'm saving a alot calling Florida & Michigan.

MJ beats the heck out of anything I used previously.

cell14 · Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2010 4:41 pm Post subject:

If you keep your computer on 24/7 for the sake of MJ, then it is really overpriced. If you use it as your desk phone when the computer is on anyway, it is by fat the best deal in town.
Google voice is not a phone service. You cannot use it if you do not have one.

Sumrall · Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2010 8:22 pm Post subject:

cell14 · Posted: Tue Jul 27, 2010 9:40 pm Post subject:

Sumrall · Posted: Wed Jul 28, 2010 8:59 am Post subject:

Matt9876 · Posted: Wed Jul 28, 2010 2:41 pm Post subject:

What my mini tower computer uses in electric for one month is around $4 max,This is well within my comfort level for phone service,and with the $69.99 five year prepay for MJ service that is less than $15 a year for the service.

(4*12)+15=$63 a Year. Smile