Customers appreciate the Recon 200 Gen 2 headset's sound quality, comfort, and compatibility with multiple devices. Many also praise its lightweight design and the value for the price. However, some users have reported issues with microphone functionality and volume levels. Improvements in these areas would enhance the overall user experience.
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Pros mentioned:
Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best gaming headset
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The Turtle Beach Recon 200 Gen 2 Powered Gaming Headset offers a solid gaming experience at a budget-friendly price. Building on its predecessor, this headset comes with several notable improvements, especially in terms of comfort and sound quality. The most prominent feature of the Recon 200 Gen 2 is its powerful amplification, thanks to the integrated battery-powered amp, which enhances the audio experience and provides clear, rich sound with strong bass response. Whether you’re deep in a multiplayer match or enjoying single-player games, the headset delivers immersive audio that makes every detail stand out.
Comfort is also a major highlight. The soft memory foam ear cushions and the lightweight design ensure extended gaming sessions are comfortable, and the adjustable headband provides a good fit for a variety of head sizes. The ear cups are large enough to provide some passive noise isolation, though they’re not as isolating as premium models.
The flip-to-mute microphone is a handy feature, ensuring quick and easy muting when you need it. The microphone itself provides clear voice communication, though it’s not the most high-end in terms of clarity. For most casual and competitive gaming situations, though, it does the job well.
The build quality is decent, though the plastic construction feels a bit light and might not withstand heavy wear. Still, for the price, it’s quite sturdy and should hold up under normal use.
One downside is the battery-powered aspect—while it’s great for providing additional amplification, it’s something to remember to charge. That said, with up to 12 hours of battery life, it should be enough for long gaming sessions without too much hassle.
Overall, the Turtle Beach Recon 200 Gen 2 is an excellent choice for gamers on a budget who want a solid, amplified audio experience without breaking the bank. While not perfect, its performance, comfort, and value for the price make it a strong contender in the mid-tier gaming headset category.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Headphones for Music and Games
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great speakers, mic isn’t distorted or echoes, amazing bass. Fully adjustable, with its own volume, mic and noise cancellation switches on the headphones alone. I usually have Apple Music playing in the background of games and works great. Couldn’t ask for more.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Stylish and convenient
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Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These headphones are great because Xbox has a hard time being comparable with their controller configuration so these worked great and are very comfortable at the same time! You can assist sounds of mic and game separately on the headset very convenient.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worth the buy!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These headphones are comfortable, affordable and I love the options available for adjusting microphone. Great quality!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great gaming headset
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
They're wonderful. Better than my last pair. I love the audio monitoring settings.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Value, Value - Effective Soln at the Right Price
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I feel this headset gets the job done. I needed a practical solution for xbox and ps so this came in clutch.
Audio is solid and the bass is ok too. For my pc i use a much more sophisticated system but the key word here is VALUE.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Turtle Beach 200
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Best bang for your buck. nice sleek design and ear pads are very comfortable, volume control is Top tier, the Versatility speaks for itself as a cross platform headset I definitely would buy this product again and again and would recommend it to anybody. It’s a must buy from Best Buy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
nice comfort easy to use and nice mic
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought it upgrading from the roccket elo x amazing. It has an amazing mic for discord support 3d headphones and is great westher I use it for pc or my xbox. Recommend to a couppe of friends also looks great irl.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great gaming headset
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These are very comfortable and loud…. Even without them powered off they are loud. I have never turned them on, because it isn’t needed. But great options !
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Turtle beach xbx1
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Pretty good for 35 bucks you get what you payfor though.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This product is very great and comfortable and great for the price
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for our daughter!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We bought this as a gift for our daughter for Christmas. She said she loves it and it is exactly what she was wanting!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Not the best.
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very weird headset. Wired but needs to be charged for better performance... also didn't last more then a couple months before it had to be replaced.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Turtle Beach Support
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Hello Jason! We are sorry to hear about the experience you've had with your Turtle Beach Product. Our products are each sold with a manufacturer's warranty, and we have a dedicated Support Team available to provide assistance as needed. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out directly to our dedicated Support Team so they can lend a hand. They’re always happy to help and can be reached right from the support section of the Turtle Beach website. Thank you and have a great day!
Cons mentioned:
Volume
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Headphones turtle beach
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Relying on what others are hearing from the other side, the mic isn’t all that well, and the volume doesn’t reach where I would like it to.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Turtle Beach Support
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Hey there Joseph!
We are sorry to hear about the experience you've had with the microphone and audio on your Turtle Beach Recon 200 Gen 2 Headset.
Please reach out directly to our dedicated Support Team so they can assist. They’re always happy to help and can be reached right from the support section of the Turtle Beach website.
Thank you and have a great day!
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Decent headset
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good sound quality but always echos in parties and group chats
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Turtle Beach Support
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Hey there Noah!
We are sorry to hear about the inconvenience you've had with your Turtle Beach Recon 200 Gen 2 Headset echoing in chats.
Please reach out directly to our dedicated Support Team so they can assist. They’re always happy to help and can be reached right from the support section of the Turtle Beach website.
Thank you and have a great day!
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great wired headset
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great quality headset for the price. Gave as a gift to my brother. Wired with a battery for powered bass--not wireless. Nice color! My brother is very happy with it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Tuetle beach gaming Headset
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These are amazing.very Versatile and anything that has A headphone Jack you can use them on and especially during gaming, your phone or tablet. A must have A+++
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
XBOX HEADSET
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great headset for Xbox, I have no problems at all.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Headphones
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Got this so I can play games with my so online. LOVE
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Sound for the Price
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The Turtle Beach Recon 200 Gen 2 really impressed me. For a budget-friendly headset, the sound quality is way better than I expected. The bass hits hard without getting muddy, the highs are crisp, and footsteps in games are super clear — which makes a big difference in competitive shooters. The built-in amplification gives it a much fuller, richer sound than typical wired headsets in this price range.
Comfort is another big win. The ear cushions are soft and breathable, and the headset is lightweight enough for long gaming sessions without causing pressure or fatigue. The flip-to-mute mic is a nice touch too — simple, quick, and the mic clarity is solid for both party chat and online games.
Battery life has also been great. Even with the amplification on, it lasts surprisingly long, and you can still use it passively if the battery dies. The build feels sturdy, the style is clean, and it works across multiple platforms without any setup headaches.
If you want a headset that delivers strong audio, great comfort, and a premium feel at an affordable price, the Recon 200 Gen 2 is easily one of the best options in its class.