Understanding the Difference Between 0800 Numbers and 0844 Numbers
By: John Trodey
Submitted: 2010-07-30 07:02:14 | Word Count: 584
In the market for a non-geographic number but not sure what the difference is between a 0800 number and a 0844 number? Think all of the numbers are pretty much the same and it does not really make a difference? Well, the truth of the matter is that there are some major differences between these two types of numbers even though they do share some similarities. If you are looking for a supplement to your landlines or to go with all non-geographic phone numbers for your company, you need to understand the difference between these two types in order to make the determination which type is best for your particular business needs.
Perhaps the best way to understand the differences is to recognize the similarities these numbers share first. First there is the national presence that can be created. Whether you choose an 0800 number or an 0844 number, you can have a mass appeal to the general public that spans around the nation and beyond to the world abroad. Next, devising a number that creates a lasting impression in the mind of those who see it is a common denominator that exists for both of these types of numbers. Both of these types of these non-geographic phone numbers are cheap to call from landlines. Here is where the similarities end and the differences begin, however and learning the differences can be far more important than the differences.
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For the company that wants to provide every caller with the opportunity to make the call without incurring any expense, the only choice between the two is a 0800 number. Free calls from landlines are available at inclusive rates for low cost to your business. Whether you want as few as 250 minutes or 2500 minutes or more, you can customize a package to suit the needs of your company's incoming calls. With 0844 numbers, because there is a low cost applicable to the caller, there are no minutes packages to deal with. This is the preference if your company wants to create a low cost way for callers to reach the business and to save the company money as well.
Another cost savings benefit of choosing a 0844 number is by earning a revenue rebate. This option is not available with 0800 numbers and is one of the major differences to consider. Because the rebate relates to your company's revenue, it is important to know accurately how to predict the revenue and determine if this rebate would be worthwhile. With regulatory changes to 0870 numbers, the 0844 phone numbers have been the preferred choice so that many services such as voice to email, call queuing, call routing and call recording can remain benefits that they receive.
Overall, while there are some similarities, there are some differences as well between 0800 numbers and 0844 numbers that make it necessary to take the time to thoroughly evaluate the needs of your company to understand these differences and determine which type of numbers are the best choice. Many people regard each type of number differently for their particular properties such as local recognition of the 0844 numbers and free call status for 0800 numbers.
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Choosing an 0800 number shows your customers that your company doesn't mind paying for the call from them. Regulations regarding 0870 numbers are causing many people to switch to 0844 numbers which offer the same quality with more features.
