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Customer reviews

Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 3612 reviews

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  • Sound Quality

    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

  • Connectivity

    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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87%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the Explorer 505 Bluetooth Headset's sound quality, ease of use, and battery life. Many appreciate its comfortable fit and lightweight design, along with the Bluetooth functionality and affordable price. However, some users experienced issues with the maximum volume level and occasional connection problems. The headset's range and talk time also received positive feedback.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Tickles

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’m not used to having crap stuck inside my ear It tickles. But this product is bettter than ANOTHER $200 fine for not being hands free

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works good.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The item works ok but battery time at full charge is six hours. The last one of these I had (different brand) would charge to 11 hours.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Seems fine for the short time I've had it.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Only had it for about 3 weeks now. Seems to be working okay to this point. Let's see if it lasts longer than the last one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great with the Galaxy S4

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It fits well in either ear and is pretty comfortable. The calls are crystal clear and the callers can hear me very well. I used use the speaker phone feature, but the people I talked to couldn't hear me very well. I recommend this product to solve that issue.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Bluetooth headset for a beginner

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sound quality is good for calls and music. With whatsapp audio/video calls on Samsung S5 observed few issues. Otherwise overall quality is good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Didn't like it!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Bluetooth was very uncomfortable in my ear. The noise cancellation did not do a good job. Constant static sound in my ear. Returned this after a month.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Bluetooth

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is okay. I was able to get it on sale from Best Buy but wouldn't recommend it if not on sale.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    2nd one purchased

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is a good product, could be great if sold with multiple ear pieces. Like the fact you can pair 2 devices and play music through it also.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Durable

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The plastic is a little uncomfortable on the outside ear. Its hard to make sure it stays in place.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Review of Plantronics Bluetooth headset

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Plantronics Bluetooth headset is awesome. I would like to recommend this product

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It's a great bluetooth

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I walked into the store and asked where I could find a Bluetooth. I was guided to the area that I could find them. I walked to that area and looked at many different ones. I choose the one I liked, took it to the checkout and bought it. Then I left.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Volume

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ok

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    MAX VOLUME level is not very loud and you can barely hear even though volume level is turned all the way up.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PlantronicsRepresentative
      Posted .

      That may be an issue with the headset or with the connection between the headset and phone. You might want to try resetting the Bluetooth connection between your phone and headset to see if that helps the issue. To do so,

      1. Delete the headset from your cell phone's list of paired devices.
      2. Once deleted, power your phone completely off, then power it back on. This resets the Bluetooth stack in the Bluetooth software on the phone.
      3. Re-pair the headset with your phone. and test. Plantronics

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    You get what you pay for here

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Average earpiece, seems to be an upgrade from the last model. I find these units do not wear well so we will see if this one holds up. So far so good

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wouldn’t buy anything else

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve used this brand and this particular style for the last 10-yrs. I’m a daily 12-15 hour a day user. The clarity is great. I listen to my music through it. I like tht both my ears do not have to have something in them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Mostly good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The piece is great. Un upgrade from Explorer 500. But within a couple of weeks the charge strap failed. That's my only complaint.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this new headset

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had a prior Plantronics headset for the past 3 years and lost it - saw this one at Best Buy. love the white color as well as the charger that comes with it. Makes it easy to keep the charger and headset together. Would definitely recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Comfomfort & affordableability

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This headset was a great upgrade for me, it has advanced headset tech & is very comfortable in the ear. I would recommend this to anyone

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    I always purchase Plantronics

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like the headset but it seems I only get 6-7 hours instead of the 11 hours I used to get out of my older headset.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It passes

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I didn't get a chance to use it much on my cruise. Haven't used it since. It is compact which is what I was looking for. Holidays are here!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was my first headset purchase because I needed it for tele-conferencing while working from home. More than exceeds expectations! Great headset that is comfortable to wear for a few hours.

    I would recommend this to a friend