Plantronics Explorer 370 Headset

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3.5 stars
    Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)

Very good

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4 reviews

Starting at: $19.99

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CNET Editors' Review

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3.5 stars Very good
    Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
  • Design: 7.0
  • Features: 7.0
  • Performance: 7.0
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The good: The Plantronics Explorer 370 is a rugged Bluetooth headset military-certified to withstand the elements. It also has excellent sound quality and is quite affordable as well.

The bad: The Plantronics Explorer 370 has an ear tip that doesn't fit too securely in our ears.

The bottom line: The Plantronics Explorer 370 is an ideal Bluetooth headset for those who want a headset that'll withstand the rigors of the great outdoors.

Review:

Plantronics has always been a traditionally strong brand name in the Bluetooth headset market, with popular products such as the Plantronics Voyager 855 and the Voyager 520 that emphasize style and performance. This year, Plantronics has decided to take a tiny detour from the style department into the great outdoors with the Explorer 370. Yes, the Explorer 370 is probably one of the world's first rugged Bluetooth headsets, military-certified to withstand the elements. It is a bit on the bulky side, but sound quality is good and it's not too pricey at $79.95.

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Plantronics has always been a traditionally strong brand name in the Bluetooth headset market, with popular products such as the Plantronics Voyager 855 and the Voyager 520 that emphasize style and performance. This year, Plantronics has decided to take a tiny detour from the style department into the great outdoors with the Explorer 370. Yes, the Explorer 370 is probably one of the world's first rugged Bluetooth headsets, military-certified to withstand the elements. It is a bit on the bulky side, but sound quality is good and it's not too pricey at $79.95.

The Explorer 370 is one tough Bluetooth headset. Measuring 2.25 inch long by 0.9 inch wide by 0.5 inch deep, the Explorer 370 is slightly bulky, with a thick rubberized outer shell to help it withstand shock and drops in temperature. The whole headset is military-certified under code MIL Spec 810, meaning it has been subjected to a battery of military testing, including water immersion, impact shock, solar radiation, sand and dust, and extreme temperatures. Indeed, you can tell the Explorer 370 is solidly built. We tossed it around the office, throwing it from one end to the other. We even dunked it in some water, with no ill effect. The ear loop is securely fastened on to the headset as well. Even though the Explorer 370 is big and bulky, it's definitely well-suited for outdoor activities.

On the front of the Explorer 370 is a recessed nub, which acts as the headset's multifunction call button, while a LED sits underneath it. The volume rocker is on the right spine while the charger jack is on top. Though the call and volume buttons were easy enough to access and press, the rubberized coating on them made them feel a bit more resistant to pressure. The back of the headset is home to an ear tip that fits just inside the ear, plus an ear loop that can rotate to fit either ear. We're not fans of the ear tip; however, it felt a bit too insecure in the ear, and we had trouble putting it on with ease.

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Average User Rating

2.5 stars out of 4 user reviews

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  • 2 star: 1
  • 1 star: 1

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"Prfoduct is faulty!" By Drive6565

Pros: Look rugged and bullet proof.

Cons: I have bought 4 of these t5hings and not 1 has charged up properly. Garbage.
It is a shame, as I thought they would be fabulous.

Summary: Faulty, garbage!

1.5 stars

"No coincidence in Failure" By Citizen_Brain

Pros: The Price and Reviews

Cons: Faulty Product

Summary: There just can't be any coincidence in this, I purchase one at a Store, got home and it didn't work at all, wouldn't even charge up. I returned it and got a replacement (Same model) Same problem, got the same model at three completely different stores in ... Expand full review

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