Cisco Unified IP Phone 6900 Series vs. Cisco Room Phone

The 6900 series is the best option for offices that need IP telephony flawlessly making and receiving calls and can fit on most of the user types due to the number of models. It does not fit for companies that want to use video, none of the models has a video embedded and the tools to integrate those devices with video are that good[.]

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If you are already using Webex and Cisco room video systems, the Room Phone is a fantastic option to enable audio/meeting functionality in small conference rooms and huddle rooms at a very reasonable cost. Audio is fantastic and installation is simple. With split registration capability, this device can meet most, if not all, requirements for these rooms and could even be used for private offices and home offices, a definite value as work from home becomes more ubiquitous

• Compatibility with Cisco enterprise telephony platforms.
• All the basis and essential telephony features included.
• Ergonomic design and high quality materials.
• Excellent voice quality.

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• Easy Webex join experience like the Webex app and room devices
• Large, color display with a familiar Webex look and feel
• Easy setup and management with Webex Control Hub cloud and Unified CM on-prem
• High end audio experience
• Proximity integration for meeting join and screen sharing

• I wish the color was jazzier ( I know that's not a word probably) but something that allows you to give your phone character.
• The cord tangles to easily.
• The phone could be a little smaller.

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• Wires are bulky (lighter weight HDMI would be beneficial for a cleaner install)
• Far end video (possibly a future enhancement?)

Very easy to use for both Webex and on-prem calling.

We have not had any issues with the device, but expect support to be as good as Cisco always has been for us.

When looking at phone models, it's really important to consider not only the price tag, we all care about effective pricing, but also remembering that actual humans will need to leverage that device to accomplish work, connect with another human for some reason, or save a life.

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I've use a lot of the Webex Room devices and the Room Phone is a great transition for the traditional conference phone to a modern UI and platform with Control Hub integration. Like all the other major OS platforms out there, the push to unify the user interface has some real advantages and I think that Cisco is accomplishing that goal here.

• Very high ROI and competitive price.
• By providing the essential telephony services the 6900 series IP Phones increase employees productivity.
• Company saves a lot of money when it comes to communication between branches, and this model provides all the necessary facilities for that.

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• Expanded the options to enhance the value of small spaces