The Plantronics Voyager 3200 is a mono headset designed for taking phone calls when you're on the go. Its standby mode helps conserve battery life when you aren't on a call, and its companion app has lots of customization options related to phone calls. Unfortunately, it doesn't have a very stable or comfortable fit, so you may have to readjust it frequently to get it to stay in your ear. Its boom microphone also has a poor recording quality, so your voice can sound thin and muffled. This headset isn't very versatile, either. On the upside, it's small and portable, so it can easily be brought with you.
Our Verdict
The Plantronics 3200 is sub-par for mixed usage. This mono headset is designed for phone calls, and its sound profile isn't suited for listening to music. It doesn't have a very stable in-ear fit, and its large ear tip isn't comfortable for all users. Unfortunately, its microphone has a poor recording quality, so your voice sounds a bit muffled. On the upside, its standby mode helps conserve battery when you aren't on a call, and its companion app offers a lot of phone call-related features.
- Portable design.
- Standby mode.
- Not stable enough for exercise.
- Not comfortable for all users.
- Poor recording quality.
- Not ideal for taking calls in noisy settings.
The Plantronics 3200 is middling for neutral sound. It's designed for phone calls, not music, and it lacks a lot of low-bass that adds thump and punch to music. However, its mid and treble ranges are very neutral and well-balanced, so vocal-centric content sounds clear and detailed.
- Balanced mid-range.
- Lacks sub-bass.
- No sound customization features.
The Plantronics 3200 is disappointing for commute and travel. It isn't very stable in the ear, and its large ear tip isn't comfortable for all users. Due to its mono design, it doesn't block out a lot of background noise, so it isn't ideal for taking calls in a noisy train station or airport. That said, it's small and lightweight, so it's very easy to bring with you on the go.
- Portable design.
- Not comfortable for all users.
- Not ideal for taking calls in noisy settings.
The Plantronics 3200 is decent for taking calls while out on a run because it's small and lightweight. However, it doesn't have a stable fit, so it may fall out of your ear while you're working out. Due to its large ear tip, it may not be comfortable for all listeners, either.
- Portable design.
- Not stable enough for exercise.
- Not comfortable for all users.
The Plantronics 3200 is poor for office use. Its mono design lets you hear yourself talk, but it also means that you can hear the chatter of nearby coworkers, which may be distracting. It leaks a bit of noise, and it doesn't have the most stable or comfortable fit, either. However, its over six-hour continuous battery life should last you through your day.
- Standby mode.
- Not comfortable for all users.
- Not ideal for taking calls in noisy settings.
- Leaks a bit of noise.
The Plantronics 3200 is compatible with Bluetooth-enabled PCs, but its latency may be too high for wireless gaming. It isn't compatible with PS4 or Xbox One consoles.
The Plantronics 3200 is a Bluetooth-only headset that can't be used with a wired connection, so it isn't suitable for wired gaming.
The Plantronics 3200 is poor for taking phone calls in a noisy setting due to its mono design, which doesn't really isolate against background noises. Its boom microphone can make your voice sound thin and muffled. It struggles to separate your voice from background noises in moderately noisy environments, so it's better suited for taking calls in quiet settings. On the upside, it has a standby mode to help conserve battery life when it's not in use.
- Standby mode.
- Poor recording quality.
- Not ideal for taking calls in noisy settings.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Plantronics Voyager 3200 comes in three different color variants: Black, White, and Grey. We tested the Black variant, and you can see the label for the model we tested here. We expect the other variants to perform similarly.
You can also buy a more expensive variant of this headset that comes with a portable charge case. If you come across any other variants of this headset, let us know in the discussion section so we can update our review.
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The Plantronics Voyager 3200 is a mono Bluetooth headset with lots of customization features. You can pair it with up to two devices at the same time, making it easy to switch your audio source. However, its microphone doesn't have the best recording quality, and it doesn't have a very stable in-ear fit. It also doesn't have the most versatile performance, and it's best-suited for taking phone calls. If you're looking for other headphones, check out our recommendations for the best Bluetooth headsets for phone calls, the best wireless Bluetooth headphones, and the best earphones with a mic.
The Jabra Talk 45 Bluetooth Headset is better for taking phone calls than the Plantronics Voyager 3200 Bluetooth Headset. The Jabra has a more stable fit and it leaks less noise. Also, its boom microphone has a better recording quality, so your voice sounds more natural. That said, the Plantronics has a better-balanced treble range, so voices and sibilants sound more detailed.
The Plantronics Voyager 5200 Bluetooth Headset is better for phone calls than the Plantronics Voyager 3200 Bluetooth Headset. The 5200 is more comfortable and stable and is better-built. It also leaks less noise, and its microphone has a better recording quality and noise handling performance. That said, the 3200 has a better-balanced treble range, so voices and sibilants sound more detailed.
The Plantronics Voyager Legend Bluetooth Headset is better for phone calls than the Plantronics Voyager 3200 Bluetooth Headset. The Legend has a more comfortable and stable fit and is also better-built. However, the 3200 has a better-balanced treble range, so voices and sibilants sound more clear and detailed.
The Jabra Steel Bluetooth Headset is better for phone calls than the Plantronics Voyager 3200 Bluetooth Headset. The Jabra has a more stable fit and it leaks less noise. Its microphone also has a better recording quality and noise handling performance. However, the Plantronics has a better-balanced sound profile, so voices sound clearer and more natural.
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