Bluetooth Headsets

Choosing a Bluetooth headset is about comfort and compatibility.

The very nature of being wireless means that any wireless headset, Bluetooth or not, requires the headset unit to be self-sufficient. In other words, the communication technology and the power supply must be contained within the unit. This obviously results in the headset being slightly larger than some wired headsets.

Larger does not necessarily mean large though, as many modern Bluetooth headsets are compact and lightweight. The internal technology is often housed towards the rear of the headset which is worn behind the ear and as such may affect a users choice of wearing style.

Bluetooth Headset Wearing Style

There are two main wearing styles - over the ear and in the ear. Over the ear headsets tend to be more comfortable but may be slightly less secure. In the ear headsets are held in place more securely but can be less comfortable for some users.

Ergonomics of Bluetooth Headsets

A good choice of headset is one that you can easily and quickly put on your ear, and then take it off again. The controls should be in an easy-to-operate location on the headset.

Comfort is also a major factor for heavy users - the headset should almost feel as though it wasn't there. The weight of the headset is an important factor with regard to comfort. Too light and it might fall off. Too heavy and it may be uncomfortable. Comfort tends to be more difficult to attain for people wearing glasses, so ensure you are wearing yours when trying on the headset. Remember, nicomm.co.uk offer a trial period on all headsets.

Bluetooth headsets are a valuable asset to many users and as such may be prone to theft. Security is therefore another consideration - how will you secure it when not in use?

For people wanting maximum flexibility with their Bluetooth headset, the ability to pair with more than one item is a crucial consideration. For example, the Plantronics Voyager 510 can pair with two Bluetooth enabled devices such as office phone, mobile phone, laptop, Playstation 3 etc.