Mid-range · Office phone booths
A practical shortlist for private calls and video meetings. All listed pods feature active ventilation and lighting.
| Compare factor | DAMSRetreat Single Acoustic BoothRetailer source ↗ | MEAVOSoho Phone BoothManufacturer source ↗ | Soundbox StoreFolio Office Phone BoothManufacturer source ↗ | BureauTuesdayManufacturer source ↗ | JDD FurniturePenelope PhoneboothManufacturer source ↗ |
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| Published U.K. price | £2,550.67 + VAT | £3,399 + VAT | £3,999 + VAT | £4,699 + VAT | Request quote |
| Delivery & installation | Additional fees apply | Additional fees apply | Additional fees apply | Additional fees apply | Additional fees apply |
| Capacity | 1 person | 1 person | 1 person | 1 person | 1 person |
| Exterior size (H × W × D) | 236 × 100 × 100 cm | 225 × 104 × 102 cm | 225 × 110 × 90 cm | 226 × 111.5 × 118 cm | 220 × 100 × 100 cm |
| Acoustic rating* | Not published | Class B according to ISO 23351-1:2020 | Up to 28db reduction (self-reported) | 26-30db reduction (self reported) | Up to 32db reduction (self-reported) |
| Manufactured in | China | European Union | China | Not published (China?) | United Kingdom |
| Certifications | Not published | TÜV-SÜD safety certificate, EcoVadis Gold Medal, DIN EN 1021-1/2:2014 (fire safety), FSC | Fire Rated EN 13501-1 B-s1,d0 | UL 962; ASTM E84 tested; SCS Indoor Advantage Gold; BIFMA Level 1 | Not published |
| Self-installation possible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Confirm with manufacturer |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years (+ extra 2 years add-on available) | 5 years | 5 years | 5 years |
| Lead time | As little as 1 week | As little as 1 week | As little as 1 week | 3–7 weeks | 4-6 weeks |
* Only acoustic ratings tested according to ISO 23351-1:2020 can be objectively compared. Other manufacturer-reported figures may use different methods or be self-reported, so they cannot be confirmed or compared on the same basis.
Prices are in GBP. VAT treatment, catalogue/RRP pricing and starting configurations are shown in the table; request a full installed quote. Dimensions are exterior H × W × D in cm and exclude operating clearances unless noted. JDD entries refer to enclosed, roofed configurations specified with fan ventilation and LED lighting. The selected mid-range and high-end ranges can overlap in price.
COMPARISON TAKEAWAYS
Which models look strongest on the published information?
We compared the best mid-range office phone booths available for sale in the U.K.
Our winner: MEAVO Soho is the best office phone booth in the mid-range category. At £3,399 + VAT, it combines competitive pricing with a Class B soundproofing rating according to ISO 23351-1:2020, European Union manufacture, and published safety, fire-safety, FSC, and sustainability credentials. Self-installation and a stated lead time of as little as one week add to its appeal.
DAMS Retreat is the lowest-priced option at £2,550.67 + VAT. It is more suitable for buyers who prioritise a lower upfront cost over documented quality credentials and soundproofing assurance: its acoustic rating and certifications are not published.
Soundbox Folio and Bureau Tuesday are also strong contenders. Priced at £3,999 + VAT and £4,699 + VAT respectively, both offer a 5-year warranty and self-installation. Folio also has a stated lead time of as little as one week. Their acoustic reduction figures are self-reported, so they cannot be directly compared with ISO 23351-1:2020 results.
How Office Pod Guru compares
Treat every claim in context.
Only results tested according to ISO 23351-1:2020 can be objectively compared. Other reported figures may use different methods or be self-reported.
“Request quote” means no verified comparable current U.K. price is available. Prices are in GBP; VAT treatment is shown per product. Delivery, installation, and options may change the total. Dimensions are exterior height × width × depth in cm.