Budget
First things first, you need to determine how much you’re willing to spend on a new wireless headset. The quality of value for money headphones continues to improve, so you can find good, affordable headphones and earbuds for under $100. Higher-end models, which offer better build quality and performance, tend to cost $200 or more, and sometimes much more.
Boom mic or not?
When a headset is equipped with a boom microphone, that’s when it technically becomes what we describe as a “headset.” Many consumer headphones work well for making calls. Having an extended microphone closer to your mouth can improve the quality of your voice pickup, making it clearer. When retracted, some boom microphones mute the headset so people can’t hear you. Some boom mics now feature mute buttons. This is an important feature for video calls where you want to easily mute and unmute yourself. The downside of the boom microphone is that it makes you feel like you’re wearing a headset instead of a headset. This is an important factor if you plan to wear what you purchase outside of your home or office.
Fit means comfort
It is essential that the headphones or earphones you buy fit your head well. They should provide a comfortable fit, snug but not too tight. Ideally, you want a headset that you can wear throughout the day with minimal breaks.
Sustainability
You want a helmet that will hold up well over time, so look for models that we think have sturdy build quality.
Return policy
It’s essential to buy your headphones from a retailer that has a good return policy, in case you have buyer’s remorse. Some people who have trouble choosing between two models sometimes buy both, try them out for a few days, then return one.
