- PTT over IP — Run group communication over public 2G/3G/4G, Wi-Fi, or private cellular networks without building a separate radio system.
- Compatible devices — Deploy Smart-Ex, Ex-Handy, Tab-Ex, and RSM-Ex hardware options for hazardous-area PTT bundles and accessories.
- Radio coexistence — Bridge mobile devices and TETRA radios through selected server and software setups when legacy radio users must remain reachable.
- Call types — Use group, individual, priority, emergency, and broadcast calls with security/encryption, call history, recording, and GPS localization options.
- App library — Select PTT partners such as BiPTT, GroupTalk, Synch, VoicePing, Zello, and other listed apps from the ecom App Library.
- Mobile Desk Unit — Dock Smart-Ex 03 or Smart-Ex 203 into a desk unit with charging, gooseneck microphone, speaker, and physical PTT button for control-room use.
- Worker tools — Extend PTT devices into lone worker protection, navigation, video collaboration, data exchange, and photo capture on the same rugged mobile hardware.
Ecom-ex.com Push-To-Talk
Intrinsically safe devices for industrial push-to-talk
Updated August 18, 2026
Ecom-ex.com Push-To-Talk Overview
Ecom-ex.com Push-To-Talk is Pepperl+Fuchs’ hazardous-area PTToC offering for Smart-Ex, Ex-Handy, Tab-Ex, and RSM-Ex devices. It pairs intrinsically safe hardware with PTT apps, accessories, and cellular or Wi-Fi networks, letting industrial crews use voice communication where ordinary devices cannot go.
Plants, energy sites, and field crews can use certified phones or tablets with physical PTT controls and links to existing radio systems. Supported setups include group and emergency calls, recording, GPS localization, TETRA coexistence, and a Mobile Desk Unit for fixed workstations.
Key Features
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Intrinsically safe PTT device solution | Contact sales | Smart-Ex, Ex-Handy, Tab-Ex, RSM-Ex, selected PTT apps, public/private cellular or Wi-Fi networking, and hazardous-area requirements determine the quote |
| RSM-Ex and compatible device bundles | Contact sales | Configured around the selected ecom device, accessory, certification zone, and third-party PTT application |
| Mobile Desk Unit PTT setup | Contact sales | Smart-Ex 03 or Smart-Ex 203 dock with charging, gooseneck microphone, speaker, and direct PTT control for fixed workstations |
The official PTT page and related product/blog pages provide compatible-device and application information but no public monetary price.
Pricing source: ecom Push-To-Talk
Pros
| Competitor | Pros |
|---|---|
| i.safe MOBILE | i.safe MOBILE has a large hazardous-device catalogue. Ecom’s PTT page puts the network model, Smart-Ex and Ex-Handy choices, RSM-Ex accessories, app partners, TETRA links, and 4G latency claim together. |
| Sonim XP10 | Sonim XP10 is a rugged 5G phone with PTT keys and some hazardous-location ratings. Ecom lists Smart-Ex, Ex-Handy, Tab-Ex, and RSM-Ex devices that can run approved PTT apps in explosive areas. |
| Hytera Push-To-Talk | Hytera lists DMR, TETRA, PoC, body cameras, and dual-mode devices. Ecom adds intrinsically safe smartphones and tablets that can also run inspections, lone-worker tools, photos, and PTT. |
| PeakPTT | PeakPTT sells ready-to-use LTE radios. Ecom combines hazardous-area device certification with PTT, mobile forms, video help, navigation, and photos on the same rugged hardware. |
| TASSTA | TASSTA brings PTT, dispatch, emergency, GPS, and radio-bridge software. Ecom supplies the certified phones, tablets, speaker mics, and desk units used around those apps in regulated industrial areas. |
Cons
| Competitor | Cons |
|---|---|
| i.safe MOBILE | i.safe MOBILE groups devices by Zone 1/21, Zone 2/22, mining, and industrial use. The Ecom choice still depends on the Pepperl+Fuchs device, accessory, PTT app, and certification zone. |
| Sonim XP10 | Sonim publishes carriers, 5G bands, warranty, battery life, and keys for the XP10. Ecom publishes the PTT setup but no simple checkout price before ordering. |
| Hytera Push-To-Talk | Hytera sells radios, PoC devices, dispatch pieces, and dual-mode options under one communications brand. Ecom uses partner PTT apps and a dealer path for the voice service. |
| PeakPTT | PeakPTT publishes radio prices, $24.95 monthly service, GPS updates, warranty terms, and a 45-day guarantee. Ecom is quote-based, so hardware and service cost are not shown before a request. |
| TASSTA | TASSTA names T.Flex, T.Rodon, T.Mugen, T.Bridge, hosting choices, GPS, emergency, and 3GPP MCX. Ecom mainly lists the certified devices used with such tools. |
Reviews
- ecom — Push-To-Talk with Intrinsically-safe Devices — ecom says PTToC can replace radio communication with an Ex-Handy or Smart-Ex device, data SIM, server, and PTT app, while also supporting lone worker, navigation, video, and data/photo tasks.
- ecom — Push-to-Talk on Your Desk — ecom’s Mobile Desk Unit entry describes Smart-Ex 03 and Smart-Ex 203 docks with charging, gooseneck mic, speaker, and physical PTT button for fixed workstations.
- Synch Push To Talk — Synch’s listing covers secure cloud PTT, video, chat, location services, LMR/LTE interop, radio mode, geofence groups, SOS, recordings, dispatch, and admin features.
- ecom PTT solution — ecom lists PTT over IP, group/direct calls, 2G/3G/4G/Wi-Fi reach, 4G latency down to 100 ms, TETRA coexistence, and the app-library approach.
- YouTube — GroupTalk Smart-Ex 03 review — A video review of Smart-Ex 03 with GroupTalk in ATEX areas.
