Yealink T87W Review -- Australia 2026

Who is this phone for?

The T87W is the right phone for executive desks where the full combination of a large touch screen and wireless capability is required. It offers the largest display in Yealink's current wireless T-series, and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth means no dongles are needed for wireless network connectivity or Bluetooth headset support. Buy it for: senior executives who want the best available Yealink desk phone, meeting rooms that need a capable wired-or-wireless SIP phone with a prominent display, and any high-use desk where a Bluetooth headset is the preferred handsfree device and a large screen aids navigation of contacts and BLF status. The T87W is more expensive than the T57W. If the screen size of the T57W (also 7 inches) satisfies the requirement, the T57W is an equally capable phone for most deployments at a lower price. The T87W's premium is for its position as the current T8 series flagship -- newer hardware generation with the same core spec. If the T57W is in stock at your preferred retailer and you have no specific reason to buy the T87W, assess whether the price gap is justified for your use case. Compare against the T85W: if 7 inches is more screen than needed, the T85W (5.5 inches, same wireless spec) is available at a lower price.

Specs at a glance

T87W vs T57W -- what's the difference?

The T57W is an established T5-series phone: 7-inch touch screen, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, 16 SIP lines, 29 DSS keys. The T87W is the T8-series successor with updated hardware. Core screen size, SIP account count, and wireless capability are equivalent between the two. The T87W is the current-generation phone with newer internal hardware. For a long-term deployment where you want the newest Yealink architecture rather than the outgoing T5-series generation, the T87W is the correct choice. If the T57W is priced lower and the generation difference is not a factor, either phone will serve a business user equally well day-to-day. For new deployments being specced now, the T87W is the forward-looking choice. For additions to an existing T57W fleet, staying on T57W maintains hardware uniformity which simplifies provisioning and support.

Call quality on Australian NBN

The T87W's call quality on Australian NBN is determined by the same factors as all Yealink SIP phones. On a cabled connection, call quality is excellent and consistent. When using the built-in Wi-Fi, the 5GHz band gives the best results in environments with multiple Wi-Fi networks -- it has more available channels and less interference than 2.4GHz. SIP ALG must be disabled on the router. QoS should be configured to prioritise voice traffic on your NBN router, especially on HFC, FTTN, or Fixed Wireless connections where upstream jitter can affect call clarity. Bluetooth headset audio quality on the T87W is appropriate for standard business calls. For environments where call recording quality is a compliance or business requirement, a wired headset connected to the RJ9 headset port provides more consistent audio capture.

What works / What doesn't

Australian pricing and where to buy

The T87W is stocked by Digiphone at around $385 AUD. As the flagship of Yealink's current T8 series, it commands a premium over the T57W ($375 at Digiphone). Prices are updated nightly via StaticICE where available. For multi-unit purchases, compare T87W vs T57W pricing carefully -- the per-unit difference adds up across a fleet. Unless the T8 generation is a specific requirement, the T57W may be the more economical choice for volume deployments.

Verdict

The T87W is the current Yealink flagship for executive wireless desk phones: 7 inches, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, 16 SIP lines, and the newest T8 series hardware. For a business speccing a premium exec phone with no compromises, it is the top of the current Yealink T-series. For most deployments, the T57W offers 95% of the same capability at a lower price. The T87W is worth its premium when buying the newest generation matters or when you want the T8 series hardware for a long-deployment lifecycle. Either phone will serve an executive desk well.

Frequently asked questions

T87W vs T57W -- is the T87W worth the extra cost?

The T87W is Yealink's newer T8 series; the T57W is the established T5 series. Both have a 7-inch touch screen, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, 16 SIP lines, and 29 DSS keys. The T87W is the current-generation phone with newer hardware. For most daily use cases they are equivalent. The T87W is worth the premium if you want the newest Yealink generation or are making a long-term deployment investment. If price difference is a factor, the T57W covers the same use case at lower cost.

Does the Yealink T87W work on Australian NBN?

Yes. The T87W is fully compatible with all NBN connection types and all major Australian SIP VOIP providers. Disable SIP ALG on your router, enable QoS for voice traffic, and use the 5GHz Wi-Fi band for best wireless call quality. A cabled Gigabit connection is available on the T87W for environments where Wi-Fi is not preferred.

Can I use a Bluetooth headset with the Yealink T87W?

Yes. The T87W has built-in Bluetooth. Bluetooth headsets pair directly without a USB dongle. Check Yealink's compatibility list for verified Bluetooth headset models. For heavy-use environments where call recording quality matters, a wired RJ9 headset provides more consistent audio capture.

Is the Yealink T87W compatible with Maxotel?

Yes. The T87W is a standard SIP phone compatible with Maxotel and all other major Australian VOIP providers. Maxotel supports Yealink provisioning which allows the T87W to auto-configure when connected to the network, without manual SIP credential entry.