I think you're right reaver, specs wise they both look pretty similar. However the XL2430T does look sexier. It also has the gimmicky headset hook (which ill most definitely use) and some settings quick change remote (which i will most definitely not at all use). I would probably have gone the xl2411 if i was paying for the whole thing myself, but im just paying the difference from what the family are willing to put in for it.