What are the 5 main characteristics that you should pay attention to? 

Sound & Microphone Quality 

Although there are many factors that determine both sound quality and how you sound to the people you’re talking to, one thing you can take into account is the number of speakers and microphones in each headset. The more there are, the fuller the sound and the better you’ll be heard!

Headsets with wireless handsfree, beyond helping with your calls, also play a role in the greater effectiveness of Active Noise Cancellation, as they can detect and isolate external noises with greater accuracy.

Compatibility 

Before you buy, make sure the headset is compatible with your device. You can do this by checking the Bluetooth version they both support. Bluetooth versions are backward compatible (e.g., Bluetooth 5.0 will work with 4.2), but newer versions offer improvements in sound quality and range.

Have an iPhone? Check reviews and features and make sure you’ll have a smooth experience if you don’t choose Airpods, since Apple devices offer the best compatibility with devices from the same manufacturer.

Comfort 

How comfortable they are in your ear plays a role in your overall experience. If the headphones bother you, you probably won’t want to use them after a while.

Wireless handsfree are divided into earbuds, which are the classic headphone design, and in-ear, which have special ear tips that go inside the ear. The former sit in the ear’s outer bowl, while the latter go deeper in, offering better stability.

Besides the type, however, an important role is also played by the placement of the headset, which, as you will see, comes in 4 different types. 

Neck-band They wrap around the back of the neck, offering freedom of movement. Ideal for exercise and cycling.

Lapel Headset that is attached to the lapel with a clip. 

Ear-hook "Wraps" around the entire ear. Not suitable for use with prescription/sunglasses

Earfin Headphones that are secured to the inside of the ear with a fin.

Battery

How long will you use them continuously? 

Check the battery life of the headphones, as well as the charging case, to make sure you’ll have your headphones when you need them.

Durability

Think about the main use you intend them for and look for headphones with the corresponding features. For example, if you’ll be using them for your workouts, you should choose headphones resistant to sweat. If you want them for your work that includes calls and meetings, it would be good to choose headphones with Active Noise Cancellation and Microphone Noise Reduction so you can hear and be heard clearly!

Extra features

Once you’ve defined the above, take a look at additional features that can make your experience even better. Touch buttons on the headset, multipoint pairing for connecting multiple devices, and even fast charging.

What describes you most from the following?

Find out and see exactly which features you need to pay more attention to! 

“I can’t live without exercise” 

If you’re sporty and love working out or running, choose a waterproof Bluetooth handsfree with a secure fit.

“Weekend means a getaway”

If you travel often, look for a Bluetooth handsfree with good sound and microphone quality so you can communicate comfortably, noise isolation (ANC) so you can enjoy peace and quiet even in the noisiest places, as well as fast charging so you can recharge them during your stops! See such models here! 

“Music, everywhere with me” 

If for you life is images and everything else is music, choose handsfree with good sound quality and comfortable fit, for long listening sessions.

Want to see specific recommendations? 

Learn in the buying guide with the best Bluetooth handsfree!