Consider the total cost to own and use the phone as well as the area you will need to use it in. Be sure to check the current facts though because this area is rapidly changing. Pagers You'll need to determine the type of pager and service you require. You'll specify a service area that can range from a few square miles to several nations. You'll also need to decide whether to buy or rent a pager.
Most people rent a pager from their paging company.
You can reduce your monthly charges by a few dollars if you provide your own pager. If you own the pager, you'll have to carry your own insurance or pay the price of replacement if it's stolen or lost. Rental agreements provide repair and replacement insurance, as part of the monthly charge or for an additional fee. Take it from someone who's put a pager through a washing machine, you'll want the insurance. You may be interested in a telephone device that enables more than simple conversation.