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Customer reviews

Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 3612 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    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

    Great

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

    Love this. I use this a lot when I walk so I can talk on the phone hands free

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

    Bluetooth earpiece

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

    Worked right out of the box fast bluetooth connection stll my number brand for bluetooth earpiece.

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

    Love it

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

    I use this device daily while driving. My co-workers and family do not complain of road noise while using like I get from in car Bluetooth.

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

    Longevity

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

    Longevity with this product and Competitive pricing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    great product except....

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

    great product except.... it didn't come with multiple size ear pieces . Plantronics is always my go to. bought this for my GF and was amazed that it only came with one size. She has small ears and can't wear for more then 30 mins without agitation

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

    Nice device

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

    Nice device; however, battery life is not all that great.

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

    Plantronics

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is really good! I like the freedom it gives me to keep doing what I want to do without holding the phone!

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

    Gets the job done

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

    Like I said. This seems to get the job done. This was my 1st Bluetooth earpiece.

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

    Try something else

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

    The answer button is not user friendly- it has too much resistance and your pushing the ear piece into your ear to answer a call. In order to use voice dialing, you have to press and hold that same high resistance button, but release when you hear the tone, otherwise your pairing. It tells you that there is an in coming call which skips the phone from telling you who is calling, and there is no settings menu to shut off the obvious. Over all as along as your not pushing the one button it’s comfortable to wear, but you still have to look at the phone to see who is calling before subjecting yourself to an unwanted conversation.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PlantronicsRepresentative
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      Hi! Thank you for reviewing our Explorer 505 headset, however, we are sorry to hear this product did not meet your expectations. We intend to provide the highest quality products to our customers and we thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will forward your comments to our Product Development Team, as we appreciate feedback based on customer use to create the best possible products. Please don't hesitate to contact our Customer Care Team at 1-888-363-0726 if you require assistance. plantronics

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Low volume output

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

    Works ok in a quiet environment. I work outside & can't hear with this newer one.

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

      If the volume is still low it may be the headset. If that is the case we can replace that device. You can use the following url to view the replacement steps.
      http://www.plantronics.com/us/support/kb/detail.jsp?vfurl=/articles/en_US/Warranty/RN9669&retURL=%2Fapex%2FknowledgeSearch®ion=us&p=&c=All&k=replacement%2B&t=All&lang=en_US&popup=false&c=All Plantronics

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headset

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

    Awesome purchase for Father's Day. Call quality is excellent on both ends. The white earpiece stands out which make it easier to find than the black one.

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

    Great Bluetooth headphones for a beginner

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

    I like using the Bluetooth earpiece for the convenience of hands-free use

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

    Use them all the time

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

    Use them all the time, I Highly recommend it to other people

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

    Great Bluetooth

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

    I never have had a Bluetooth before until I purchased this one. I love it! It really helpes me when I'm in the car. Very great product and not bad for price either.

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

    Great product

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

    This is a great Bluetooth earpiece. I have been very pleased with it. It stays securely in my ear and is so comfortable that I forget that I'm wearing it.

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

    I HAVE BEEN USING PLANOTRONICS FOR A LONG TIME THE

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

    THE PLANOTRONICS IS A GOOD PRODUCT. THE ONLY TIME I HAVE TO REPLACE THEM IS WHEN I FORGET THAT I HAVE IT ON AND DIVE IN THE POOL OR WHEN IT IS RAINING REALLY HARD

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

    Good for price

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

    I can hear well, but people on the other end get a lot of background noise.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Just ok

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

    It works ok. Not bad at all but nothing to brag about or make you recommend it. I really wanted the one that was double the price with a better range but I couldn't make myself do it! Also, it says no noice cancelling and they did not lie lol...ppl can hear everything in your background.

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

    being small a plus and minus

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

    Functions perfectly. Just wish it had a way to find it when misplaced.

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

    Comfortable

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

    Wis the battery life lasted longer, seems to die quickly

    I would recommend this to a friend