I am using both Vogayer 5200 and Shokz OpenComm for years. I love them both. Few notes: + People on the other end told me that my voice came out clearer with OpenComm even when I was in the noisy environment, however because of the bone conduction tech, I hv had hard times doing zoom meetings etc in the noisy environment since I couldn't listen to the other end speaking. Voyager 5200 is a winner when doing online meetings in the noisy environment. + With Opencomm I can conduct series of online meetings 4-6 hours without feeling tired, but I can only do 2 hours max with Voyager 5200 before my ear canal becomes itchy or irritated. + Mute button is a hassle for Opencomm. I have to press both of the volume buttons for a few secs. At times I fail to do so cuz pressing both buttons at the same time needs good muscle coordination, only Reed Richards the smartest man in the universe has that kind of ability 😅. Another thing, there's this annoying beep every few seconds reminding you that you're muted. With Voyager 5200, muting yourself is really easy, just hit the mute button and you're muted, there's this announcement once telling you that youre in a muted condition but that's all. + Voyager 5200 comes with a small charging case and fit your pocket or your small bag, and it's easier to carry if you're mobile and on the go. Opencomm comes with a protective bag that doesnt fit my small sling bag. Both have their uses in different situations. For me personally, I use Opencomm at my office or at home for longer meetings. I use Voyager 5200 while I am mobile or on the road.
Just an important note to add. I've tried both. If you are in a loud environment (Trains passing by/helicopter noise/sirens) when you are using the Shokz OpenComm. It is very hard to hear the other person in the call. Maybe it's a downside of the bone conducting technology. It's easier to hear through the call with the Voyager 5200 since the audio is pumped directly to your ear. Also, my voice quality in a loud environment for my 5200 isn't as bad as this, which is weird. For indoor meetings the OpenComm is great.
Fair points. Some customers in certain applications wear earplugs when wearing their Opencomm to block out the noise and still hear in extremely loud environments.
The idea is that when people are unable to hear their own voice, they tend to speak louder. This can help the microphone pick up their voice more accurately. Therefore, bone conduction technology causes people to speak louder unintentionally.
I had such high hopes for the opencomm but I was I’ll admit, I love the opencomm. The issues is is so unreliable. The ringer fluctuates to the point where it will scare the hell out of you. The volume will also adjust to the point where it hurts. But the OC feels good after the earring it almost all day. I’m a cable tech so I’m under desk, climbing ladders, and in noisy Network Closets and Data Centers. The Poly has to be switched when I’m moving around on the floor from cubicle to cubicle at times. So there are downsides to both head sets. After a few months the Poly will start to give you issues from not doing call announcement, toggling back and forth to the phone while your having a conversation, and want maintain a whole days worth of talk time. For those saying BS, guys I’ve bought so many PLT/Poly series since 2011. They have got so much money for me that it’s crazy that I’m not a bath tester for them. For those calling BS on the OC, we’ll I was so happy with it initially that I got my sister one since she raises little kids all day. She was having the exact same issues. But with the OC, when it’s working right it’s the best ever but when it’s acting up it sucks. Not to mention it will decide when it wants to do call announcement on its own. Again I’m a tech and I rely on hands free headsets all the time. But there are benefits to both. This is just my experience. One last thing OC will honor your purchase with a replacement but the back and forth with them is nerve racking.
I've used the Plantronics 5200 years, the best sounding headset to date, my second one died, I'm now using AfterShokz, most of the people I talk to hear me "fine", still a bit early yet.
I've used a 5200 UC for years myself. I love it, but mine died. When trying to buy a new one, I learend Plantronics is now Poly and it seems, the product changed. Although the name is the same, i've read several user ratings on amazon from users, that claimed to be year long users, just to find the production quality went down and the ANC doesn't work as well on their newly bought replacements. Now seeing this review from June 2022 and hearing the really bad noise canceling perfomance of the 5200.... damn, thats not he headset I owned (actually 2, already broke one a few years ago) for a couple of years. With the 5200 bought in 2019, i started calls inside my home and went by bike to a store down a traffic heavy road. all without the caller on the other end noticing me not being inside anymore. If you search for reviews you find big praise for the 5200's ANC. But listening to the ANC demo here and reading the amazon reviews... I am a worried. :/
I am not sure why the PLT Voyager 5200 UC sounds like trash to this review. Another headset advisor review sounds excellent, maybe your test unit is defective? :/
Let us see what we can do. Any that we've tested aren't all that great in regards to mic quality unfortunately. Opencomm would be the best one to consider for a neckband headset for outdoor workers.
I have 3 5200s because the 2 previous were great. These 3 are the worst. A counterfeit would be a lot better. None of these 3 purchased within the last two years work in colder than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Sometimes, the microphone decides to stop working for no reason. The most recent one I returned with Poly (taking 6 months for processing). The other 3 I'm left with, because I didn't return them within the one year warranty. It still boggles my mind how good the 3 - to 5 years old 5200s were, compared with these recent jokes. 😢
I work from home, making calls all day using CXone by NICE on my laptop. I have no background noise and really just want a reliable wireless headset for work. There's quite a difference in price between these two headsets on Amazon. Any suggestions on which would work best for all day PC work calls when remaining stationary at a desk?
If you like the idea of no cord in the way go with the OpenComm 2 UC (updated model of headset in this video), or if you want to save some money and like an earpiece style headset, give the Discover D713U a look. Links below. Opencomm 2 UC: headsetadvisor.com/products/shokz-opencomm2-stereo-bone-conduction-bluetooth-headset?_pos=2&_psq=opencomm+&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Discover D713U: headsetadvisor.com/products/discover-d713u-on-ear-usb-headset?_pos=1&_psq=d713u&_ss=e&_v=1.0
clearly Shokz is a winner, i was looking for this shit since long time, and someone has invented it wolaaaaa any discount code with delivery to Dubai U.A.E. ❓❓❓❓
Good day. If i bought the opencomm and later on wanted to connect to pc can i buy the usb dongle? Because on the website the opencomm uc is not available.
Modern laptops have built in bluetooth so you should be able to connect to your laptop same way as you`re connecting the headset to your phone. If windows 10 somewhere in bluetooth and other devices you can add a bluetooth device, set your headset to pairing mode and the laptop should be able to find it and pair with it.
hello. I am a South Korean. I have a question and I would like to ask. I'm looking for business earbuds or monosets. Focus on video conferencing and call quality. It is not specifically considered for the purpose of listening to music. Considering that, the most suitable products would be Plantronics 'Voyager 5200 UC' and Logitech's 'Zone true wireless'. However, Logitech's 'Zone true wireless' has not been officially released in our country yet. There are no domestic reviews. But you've reviewed both. If so, can you tell me which product is better in terms of 'online video conferencing' and 'call quality'? Or can you recommend some of the best products that are better than them? Except for the headset. Oh, and by any chance, do you know what Sony's 'Linkbuds S' is like? I've heard that the call quality is also good. I would like it to be comfortable to wear since I have to work for several hours in the state of wearing it in my ear all day.
I’ve had both the original opencomm and the uc on both the + button stopped working and when it did work would constantly volume up and power on and power off on its own.
Did you ever try to get a warranty replacement? Also check out the new Opencomm 2 that was released headsetadvisor.com/products/shokz-opencomm2-stereo-bone-conduction-bluetooth-headset?_pos=2&_psq=Open&_ss=e&_v=1.0
I have had a succession of Platronics headsets and the rubber around the earpiece literally falls to pieces - x 3. headsets. all plagued with a similar problem. I have two Shokz - no drama at all
I returned my 5200 UC as the mic would go silent after a couple of minutes walking around outside in freezing temperatures or when there were a lot of wind. It's a completly useless product unless you're inside or in a hot climate.
Hi Frank, we have also heard some customers who are in extremely cold environments come across the same problems. Maybe the Opencomm would be worth a try.
@@milmajmaj I've since bought a Shokz OpenComm and it has worked great so far, but I havn't had it in freezing temperatures yet. If you reply to me once we get to the middle of November I can tell you my experiance about how it behaves in the cold.
@@kmzmxz3791 got it. Both of these headsets in the video will work well for a mobile phone or computer to reduce background noise in the microphone and be affordable. What do you think of either of these headsets?
@@HeadsetAdvisor yes its quite amazing and not that too pricey as well, but since its wireless is it gonna affect the performance if i will ISP issues ?
@@kmzmxz3791 if you connect to a computer with either headset you get go with the UC version for the best wireless reliability. If you only need mobile phone connection the UC version isn’t needed and from what customers have told us these both work great even though wireless.
@@HeadsetAdvisor Ok thanks. I just purchased this yesterday and I couldn’t link it to my contacts. I really like the headset, but I’m a truck driver and I don’t want to have to look at my phone to see who’s calling me. I also have the ptl 5200 and it announces the call and also answers or declines the call. I just wish this one did the same. I paid more for the open com then the 5200 and I got less features.
Not sure which other videos you saw but when we do our mic tests we simply connect it to a windows computer, record through windows voice recorder and this was the result. No editing was done 🤷♂️
@@HeadsetAdvisor I appreciate your quick response I really do I have one quick question would you recommend these over the poly plantronics Voyager 5200. I would just use it for quiet calls in my work truck
It’s really not the right comparison and our fault for making that the reference point. In our newer videos we show the proper comparisons, and although our camera mic is great, it wouldn’t be used in the same scenarios as these type of headsets in this video.
Thank you so much for this review. My Jabra 65 (edition one) just got it's last sleep. So I was thinking about a Plantronics Voyageer 5200. However, i need to use in in office invoroment. Working as a Physio with digital healthcare and counceling. Now I know, PLT Voyager-series are not ment for me, neather is any of the Shokz-headset. Since I am in a huge need of reducing background noice bothways. So I guess the next step for me will be Jabra evolve2 65... or the next step up, evolve2 75. Not really much difference between those two except the quality with mic witch might make the step to 75 worth the extra penny.
If you didn't order already, give the Evolve2 55 a look instead headsetadvisor.com/products/jabra-evolve2-55-stereo-headset-wireless-bluetooth-headset?_pos=1&_psq=evolve2+55+&_ss=e&_v=1.0
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Love the REAL WORLD outdoor test which is something no other reviewer channel does.
Glad you liked that! Let us know if you have any other video ideas or suggestions in the future.
I am using both Vogayer 5200 and Shokz OpenComm for years. I love them both.
Few notes:
+ People on the other end told me that my voice came out clearer with OpenComm even when I was in the noisy environment, however because of the bone conduction tech, I hv had hard times doing zoom meetings etc in the noisy environment since I couldn't listen to the other end speaking. Voyager 5200 is a winner when doing online meetings in the noisy environment.
+ With Opencomm I can conduct series of online meetings 4-6 hours without feeling tired, but I can only do 2 hours max with Voyager 5200 before my ear canal becomes itchy or irritated.
+ Mute button is a hassle for Opencomm. I have to press both of the volume buttons for a few secs. At times I fail to do so cuz pressing both buttons at the same time needs good muscle coordination, only Reed Richards the smartest man in the universe has that kind of ability 😅. Another thing, there's this annoying beep every few seconds reminding you that you're muted. With Voyager 5200, muting yourself is really easy, just hit the mute button and you're muted, there's this announcement once telling you that youre in a muted condition but that's all.
+ Voyager 5200 comes with a small charging case and fit your pocket or your small bag, and it's easier to carry if you're mobile and on the go. Opencomm comes with a protective bag that doesnt fit my small sling bag.
Both have their uses in different situations. For me personally, I use Opencomm at my office or at home for longer meetings. I use Voyager 5200 while I am mobile or on the road.
The most comprehensive comment that I have been waiting for. Couldn't agree more. Thanks!
Well said!
Exactly...
Just an important note to add. I've tried both. If you are in a loud environment (Trains passing by/helicopter noise/sirens) when you are using the Shokz OpenComm. It is very hard to hear the other person in the call. Maybe it's a downside of the bone conducting technology. It's easier to hear through the call with the Voyager 5200 since the audio is pumped directly to your ear. Also, my voice quality in a loud environment for my 5200 isn't as bad as this, which is weird. For indoor meetings the OpenComm is great.
Fair points. Some customers in certain applications wear earplugs when wearing their Opencomm to block out the noise and still hear in extremely loud environments.
Ditto. I cant hear shit driving a diesel truck, being in a garage or in a windy environment with the OpenComm
The idea is that when people are unable to hear their own voice, they tend to speak louder. This can help the microphone pick up their voice more accurately. Therefore, bone conduction technology causes people to speak louder unintentionally.
I wear Alpine ear plugs 👌
I had such high hopes for the opencomm but I was I’ll admit, I love the opencomm. The issues is is so unreliable. The ringer fluctuates to the point where it will scare the hell out of you. The volume will also adjust to the point where it hurts. But the OC feels good after the earring it almost all day. I’m a cable tech so I’m under desk, climbing ladders, and in noisy Network Closets and Data Centers. The Poly has to be switched when I’m moving around on the floor from cubicle to cubicle at times. So there are downsides to both head sets. After a few months the Poly will start to give you issues from not doing call announcement, toggling back and forth to the phone while your having a conversation, and want maintain a whole days worth of talk time. For those saying BS, guys I’ve bought so many PLT/Poly series since 2011. They have got so much money for me that it’s crazy that I’m not a bath tester for them. For those calling BS on the OC, we’ll I was so happy with it initially that I got my sister one since she raises little kids all day. She was having the exact same issues. But with the OC, when it’s working right it’s the best ever but when it’s acting up it sucks. Not to mention it will decide when it wants to do call announcement on its own. Again I’m a tech and I rely on hands free headsets all the time. But there are benefits to both. This is just my experience. One last thing OC will honor your purchase with a replacement but the back and forth with them is nerve racking.
I love my OpenComm UC so much I purchased the OpenRun Pro for my daily driver. The OpenComm UC is WFH. Both of these Shokz headsets are fantastic!
I've used the Plantronics 5200 years, the best sounding headset to date, my second one died, I'm now using AfterShokz, most of the people I talk to hear me "fine", still a bit early yet.
Hi Ray, once you test it out more we’d be curious to hear what you think 🙂
I've used a 5200 UC for years myself. I love it, but mine died. When trying to buy a new one, I learend Plantronics is now Poly and it seems, the product changed. Although the name is the same, i've read several user ratings on amazon from users, that claimed to be year long users, just to find the production quality went down and the ANC doesn't work as well on their newly bought replacements.
Now seeing this review from June 2022 and hearing the really bad noise canceling perfomance of the 5200.... damn, thats not he headset I owned (actually 2, already broke one a few years ago) for a couple of years. With the 5200 bought in 2019, i started calls inside my home and went by bike to a store down a traffic heavy road. all without the caller on the other end noticing me not being inside anymore.
If you search for reviews you find big praise for the 5200's ANC. But listening to the ANC demo here and reading the amazon reviews... I am a worried. :/
Love my OpenComms. Going to try the windscreen!
Glad you like it! Let us know if the windscreen helps you
I am not sure why the PLT Voyager 5200 UC sounds like trash to this review. Another headset advisor review sounds excellent, maybe your test unit is defective? :/
Hmm we didn't hear the same thing you did in this video. We thought both sounded good with a slight edge to the Opencomm UC.
I wish poly would make a 10 hour version, with the dongle.
Could you guys do a review on best around the neck Bluetooth headset for outdoor workers?! It would be appreciated!
Let us see what we can do. Any that we've tested aren't all that great in regards to mic quality unfortunately. Opencomm would be the best one to consider for a neckband headset for outdoor workers.
Hey, what camera mic are you using….seems like the winner in this test
It’s a Sennheiser Shotgun mic but nothing you’d use in a business application
I have 3 5200s because the 2 previous were great. These 3 are the worst. A counterfeit would be a lot better. None of these 3 purchased within the last two years work in colder than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Sometimes, the microphone decides to stop working for no reason. The most recent one I returned with Poly (taking 6 months for processing). The other 3 I'm left with, because I didn't return them within the one year warranty. It still boggles my mind how good the 3 - to 5 years old 5200s were, compared with these recent jokes. 😢
Sorry to hear that. Give the Yealink BH71 a look ruclips.net/video/I9Jcyv08fLc/видео.html
I work from home, making calls all day using CXone by NICE on my laptop. I have no background noise and really just want a reliable wireless headset for work. There's quite a difference in price between these two headsets on Amazon. Any suggestions on which would work best for all day PC work calls when remaining stationary at a desk?
If you like the idea of no cord in the way go with the OpenComm 2 UC (updated model of headset in this video), or if you want to save some money and like an earpiece style headset, give the Discover D713U a look. Links below.
Opencomm 2 UC: headsetadvisor.com/products/shokz-opencomm2-stereo-bone-conduction-bluetooth-headset?_pos=2&_psq=opencomm+&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Discover D713U: headsetadvisor.com/products/discover-d713u-on-ear-usb-headset?_pos=1&_psq=d713u&_ss=e&_v=1.0
clearly Shokz is a winner, i was looking for this shit since long time, and someone has invented it wolaaaaa
any discount code with delivery to Dubai U.A.E. ❓❓❓❓
no answer even after 4 weeks !!!!!!!!!!!!
Good day. If i bought the opencomm and later on wanted to connect to pc can i buy the usb dongle? Because on the website the opencomm uc is not available.
The USB adapter isn’t sold separately at this time but should be available in the near future
Modern laptops have built in bluetooth so you should be able to connect to your laptop same way as you`re connecting the headset to your phone. If windows 10 somewhere in bluetooth and other devices you can add a bluetooth device, set your headset to pairing mode and the laptop should be able to find it and pair with it.
Used a number of voyager series. They all had Bluetooth connection issues.
Have you found another headset that works better? Curious to hear your thoughts.
hello. I am a South Korean.
I have a question and I would like to ask.
I'm looking for business earbuds or monosets.
Focus on video conferencing and call quality. It is not specifically considered for the purpose of listening to music.
Considering that, the most suitable products would be Plantronics 'Voyager 5200 UC' and Logitech's 'Zone true wireless'.
However, Logitech's 'Zone true wireless' has not been officially released in our country yet.
There are no domestic reviews.
But you've reviewed both.
If so, can you tell me which product is better in terms of 'online video conferencing' and 'call quality'?
Or can you recommend some of the best products that are better than them?
Except for the headset.
Oh, and by any chance, do you know what Sony's 'Linkbuds S' is like?
I've heard that the call quality is also good.
I would like it to be comfortable to wear since I have to work for several hours in the state of wearing it in my ear all day.
For voice quality and mic noise cancellation the 5200 UC would be the way to go. We haven't tested the Sony earbuds unfortunately.
I’ve had both the original opencomm and the uc on both the + button stopped working and when it did work would constantly volume up and power on and power off on its own.
Did you ever try to get a warranty replacement? Also check out the new Opencomm 2 that was released headsetadvisor.com/products/shokz-opencomm2-stereo-bone-conduction-bluetooth-headset?_pos=2&_psq=Open&_ss=e&_v=1.0
My friend send his PLT V5200 and they haven't send his back man they jock 😅
That's all bad
I have had a succession of Platronics headsets and the rubber around the earpiece literally falls to pieces - x 3. headsets. all plagued with a similar problem. I have two Shokz - no drama at all
No drama is good 🙂
Great video 👍
Thanks 👍
I returned my 5200 UC as the mic would go silent after a couple of minutes walking around outside in freezing temperatures or when there were a lot of wind. It's a completly useless product unless you're inside or in a hot climate.
Hi Frank, we have also heard some customers who are in extremely cold environments come across the same problems. Maybe the Opencomm would be worth a try.
I'm having exactly the same problem with mine. Just reviewing an alternatives but it seams like there is almost none!
@@milmajmaj I've since bought a Shokz OpenComm and it has worked great so far, but I havn't had it in freezing temperatures yet. If you reply to me once we get to the middle of November I can tell you my experiance about how it behaves in the cold.
Are you guys not streaming today? Cmon its my birthday!
Hi Calandra, happy birthday!! Unfortunately we had to postpone the live today.
Im working from home , im really looking for an affordable headsets with noise cancellation do u have recommendations ? really appreciate it a lot
When you say noise cancellation are you referring to the microphone or speakers?
@@HeadsetAdvisor microphone
@@kmzmxz3791 got it. Both of these headsets in the video will work well for a mobile phone or computer to reduce background noise in the microphone and be affordable.
What do you think of either of these headsets?
@@HeadsetAdvisor yes its quite amazing and not that too pricey as well, but since its wireless is it gonna affect the performance if i will ISP issues ?
@@kmzmxz3791 if you connect to a computer with either headset you get go with the UC version for the best wireless reliability. If you only need mobile phone connection the UC version isn’t needed and from what customers have told us these both work great even though wireless.
Which model provide the longest range? Thank you.
Both will have similar wireless range
please make a video using the opencomm 2
Check this video: ruclips.net/video/0fDo88ph-j4/видео.htmlsi=coV8BdLdUz0UYyK0
Does the open com announce incoming calls, or link to your contacts?
It doesn’t at this time but possibly in the future
@@HeadsetAdvisor Ok thanks. I just purchased this yesterday and I couldn’t link it to my contacts. I really like the headset, but I’m a truck driver and I don’t want to have to look at my phone to see who’s calling me. I also have the ptl 5200 and it announces the call and also answers or declines the call. I just wish this one did the same. I paid more for the open com then the 5200 and I got less features.
Is. Crazy how in a different video that I saw the 5200 was great on all those test nd here it looks like it sucks don't know who to trust now smh
Not sure which other videos you saw but when we do our mic tests we simply connect it to a windows computer, record through windows voice recorder and this was the result. No editing was done 🤷♂️
Voyager sounds unusable in a cafe environment so doesn't suit those who work outside of home.
Jabra talk 65....?
Stay tuned!
Why didn't you do a OPENCOMM2 update vid
ruclips.net/video/7tm9PAU0-lE/видео.htmlsi=QPeXafX5ff09HvaG
@@HeadsetAdvisor I appreciate your quick response I really do I have one quick question would you recommend these over the poly plantronics Voyager 5200. I would just use it for quiet calls in my work truck
For the money both have awfully microphones compared to the camera one
It’s really not the right comparison and our fault for making that the reference point. In our newer videos we show the proper comparisons, and although our camera mic is great, it wouldn’t be used in the same scenarios as these type of headsets in this video.
Camera mic filters none of the unwanted background noise though
Thank you so much for this review. My Jabra 65 (edition one) just got it's last sleep. So I was thinking about a Plantronics Voyageer 5200. However, i need to use in in office invoroment. Working as a Physio with digital healthcare and counceling. Now I know, PLT Voyager-series are not ment for me, neather is any of the Shokz-headset. Since I am in a huge need of reducing background noice bothways.
So I guess the next step for me will be Jabra evolve2 65... or the next step up, evolve2 75. Not really much difference between those two except the quality with mic witch might make the step to 75 worth the extra penny.
If you didn't order already, give the Evolve2 55 a look instead headsetadvisor.com/products/jabra-evolve2-55-stereo-headset-wireless-bluetooth-headset?_pos=1&_psq=evolve2+55+&_ss=e&_v=1.0
5200 is shit noise cancelling