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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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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It works great has a long chage

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

    No problems it paired right away and works great!!

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

    Great sound

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

    I love it I use at wirk and help a lot I can di many things

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

    It’s ok

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

    It’s a good earpiece when working. My problem I’ve been having is the cover tears of like banana and charging port.

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

    Plantronics ear piece

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

    I didn't quite enjoy the sound produced by this product. It doesn't perform as much as the Jabra product

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

    Good product although extends far out from ear

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product but extends a bit far from your ear. Other plantronic headsets look better when you wear them

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

    works great

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

    Bought for nephew. Pairs with LG phone without problems.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not better than my last one

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

    The headset functions ok.... the Best Buy employees said this is the upgrade to the Plantronics plt 90 ....but it has way less talk time, by 4 hours... the battery runs dead loses connection after 10 or 15 And it costs more money than the PLT 90....... so it was in no way shape or form an upgrade .... I would not buy it again and I would not recommend it to anyone

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PlantronicsRepresentative
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      Thank you for your honest review on our Explorer 505, we will forward your comments and feedback to our team for future consideration when developing new products accessories. Please don't hesitate to contact us at www.plantronics.com/support if you require assistance! Plantronics

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great device

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

    I would recommend this device to everyone. Works great.

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

    Disappointed

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

    Compared to my Plantronics Edge, this unit was a disappointment. I was hoping for a few more features like the Edge has. Probably will go back to my Edge.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PlantronicsRepresentative
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      Thank you for your honest review on our Explorer 505, our Voyager series headsets are our premium Bluetooth models and offer considerably improved performance and added features when compared to our other series. We hope you find this helpful, please don't hesitate to contact our customer care group at www.plantronics.com/support if you have any questions! Plantronics

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great reception

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

    Great reception especially for the price than you....

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

    Works well

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

    This headset is working just fine. No problems at all.

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

    Comfortable to wear; clear sound

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

    Good for wearing when shopping won't miss incoming call.

    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.

    Works great highly recommend to anyone and everyone.

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

    Crisp Sound

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

    A great Bluetooth Headset that doesn't cost a fortune.

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

    Awesome

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

    Love this product. It makes it easy to work and talk

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

    not as good as my previous model

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

    ear piece is too large, hurts my ear. previous. Odell came with 3 sizes. even sound quality is sub par. sounds like listening through water

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PlantronicsRepresentative
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      Thank you for sharing your feedback on our Explorer 505 Headset. Please note this model includes a pre-installed ear gel (Medium) but it has other ear gel sizes available (Small and Large) https://www.plantronics.com/us/en/product/spare-ear-gel-kit-3-pack that might give you a more comfortable and secure fit. We might be able to provide you a set of these ear gels as a one time courtesy. Please contact our Customer Care Team at: https://www.plantronics.com/us/en/support/contact for further assistance. We thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will forward your comments to our team for consideration. Plantronics

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good convient option

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

    This is a great headset so you can talk hands free

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

    Plantronics Bluetooth Explorer 505

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

    I do not use. Could not hear while driving. Was replaced and still Could not hear while driving. Plantronics is usually a great product. Used a headset for years at Work as I worked a switchboard. Had no problems. Just this one Is not for me. If you are reading this and have it please let me know your opinion.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from PlantronicsRepresentative
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      Hi! Thank you for your honest review on our Explorer 500 headset, however, we are sorry to hear it wasn't for you. Please be sure to try wearing your headset on either ear and also trying all of the included ear gel sizes.The sound quality should improve with a better fit. Please also make sure to increase the volume directly form your mobile to see if there is any improvement. Our intention is to provide the highest quality products to our customers and we thank you for bringing this to our attention. In addition, we will forward your comments and feedback to our team for future consideration when developing new products and accessories.Please don't hesitate to contact our Customer Care Team at https://www.plantronics.com/us/en/support/contact if you require assistance. plantronics

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Waste of money

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

    The Explorer 505 is poorly made. The quality of sound is muffled when retrieving messages. The magnetic holder came apart and the Bluetooth ended up on the floor.

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

    Great value

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    I would recommend this to a friend