netTALK DUO and magicJack Plus are both VoIP phone service providers that offer free Internet phone calls without needing a computer.
However, netTALK DUO provides faxing and videophone options while magicJack Plus does not.
The videophone application by netTALK DUO lets users make and receive video calls, as well let's you do five-party conferencing. When using the videophone application, the netTALK DUO device via USB must be connected to a PC that has its driver.
Then the netTALK DUO device will automatically synchronize with netTALK’s servers to activate the device and the phone will ring to confirm activation. Users can log in to netTALK’s account management system online to set up their account. Unlike magicJack Plus, netTALK DUO does not make further service offers when first-time users set up the device.
If users prefer a PC connection when using netTALK DUO, they will have to download a USB driver. On the other hand, magicJack PLUS' software is already on the device.
netTALK DUO vs. magicJack Plus Features
In looking at netTALK DUO vs. magicJack Plus, both brands offer very similar features:- No computer needed
- Free calls to U.S. and Canada
- Live technical support
- International call rates
- Work via router or computer
- 411 directory assistance
- Call forwarding
- Call waiting & caller ID
- Visual voicemail
- Voicemail to email
- Account management application
- Conference bridge
- Smartphone app
- No long-term contracts
- No monthly bills
Page Contents
- How netTALK DUO Installation Works
- How magicJack Plus Installation Works
- netTALK DUO vs. magicJack Plus Costs
- Energy Savings for netTALK DUO vs. magicJack Plus (actually, original--see note below)
- netTALK DUO vs. magicJack Plus: Reviews
- netTALK DUO vs. magicJack Plus: Which One Should You Get?
- Note: Free Conferencing Services
- See also:
However, netTALK DUO provides faxing and videophone options while magicJack Plus does not.
Where to Buy
- magicJack Plus from Amazon
- NetTalk Duo from Amazon
The videophone application by netTALK DUO lets users make and receive video calls, as well let's you do five-party conferencing. When using the videophone application, the netTALK DUO device via USB must be connected to a PC that has its driver.
How netTALK DUO Installation Works
The netTALK DUO package includes a USB cable, AC adapter and ethernet cable for connecting to a router and landline headset. Alternatively, the netTALK DUO can connect to the computer with a USB and bypass connecting it to a router.Then the netTALK DUO device will automatically synchronize with netTALK’s servers to activate the device and the phone will ring to confirm activation. Users can log in to netTALK’s account management system online to set up their account. Unlike magicJack Plus, netTALK DUO does not make further service offers when first-time users set up the device.
If users prefer a PC connection when using netTALK DUO, they will have to download a USB driver. On the other hand, magicJack PLUS' software is already on the device.