As many students are heading back to school, parents are learning that school budgets are strained, and they are now required to supply headsets or headphones for their children. 

What's the difference between a headphone and a headset?

People often mix up headsets and headphones.  Headphones have no microphones and can only be used for listening.  Headsets have a microphone usually on an extended boom and can be used for listening and talking.  We suggest that a headset is the best choice since it is more versatile offering more options.  Headsets can be used for listen only learning labs, podcasts, webinars, remote learning, music, and they work with more devices.

Let's compare corded headset features and prices (Click on any headset link to see complete details.)

POLY BLACKWIRE C3220 USB-A - $49.95

The Blackwire C3220 USB-A dual ear headset plugs into a computer or laptop using a standard USB-A connector (also available with a USB-C micro connector).  It has a great noise-canceling feature and inline controls to answer/end calls, control volume and mute.  Works with both UC and Microsoft platforms.

POLY BLACKWIRE C3225 3.5MM/USB-A - $79.95

The Blackwire C3225 3.5mm USB-A dual ear headset plugs into a computer/laptop using the standard USB-A connector, and also has 3.5mm connectivity that works with a mobile phone, tablet or other device with a 3.5mm plug in such as a Chrome book.  It comes with leather ear cushions and can fold away flat into the included carrying case.  It also has a noise-canceling microphone and inline controls as the C3220 above.  Also available with the USB-C connector.

JABRA 1100 EDU 3.5MM STUDENT HEADSET - $39.00

This is a new dual headset model from Jabra just in time for back-to-school and is already receiving great reviews!  It has professional grade audio, is made for smartphone or tablet, has a noise-canceling microphone, and leatherette ear cushions.  The 6 foot cable is bendable so it can withstand even the roughest handling.  Equipped with PeakStop™ ear protection for even the youngest students.

JABRA 1100 EDU USB-A STUDENT HEADSET - $49.00

Also a new dual ear headset model from Jabra is the Jabra 1100 EDU USB-A student headset for use with a computer or laptop.  Features include professional grade audio, noise-canceling microphone and leatherette ear cushions.  The 6 foot cable is bendable so it can withstand even the roughest handling.  Equipped with PeakStop™ ear protection for even the youngest students.

LOGITECH H111 3.5MM EDU STEREO HEADSET - $14.99

The dual ear H111 3.5mm headset connects via standard 3.5 mm audio jacks to Chromebooks, Windows laptops and PCs, mobile phone and iPads.  Other features include leatherette ear cushions, noise-canceling, and rotating boom.

LOGITECH H540 USB-A STEREO HEADSET - $49.99

With high-definition sound quality, the H540 is perfect for listening, calls, and gaming.  The on-ear controls allow for volume and mute right on the ear cup.  The soft padded headband and ear pads allow the user to wear the headset for long periods of time and still feel good.  Connectivity for computers or laptops with USB-A ports.

_________________________________

The above headsets are highly recommended with a choice of features and price levels.  For organizations wishing to purchase in large quantities, please contact us directly for Enterprise pricing.