6hr listen time give or take, shorter if using them during calls Uses bluetooth - drains phone battery quickly Recharge pack is a huge plus when travelling Easy to install Easy to use

Plantronics has gained a reputation over the years for making impressive sounding headphones at discount price points. Like a lot of companies when it comes to branding, however, Plantronics' struggles a bit to differentiate its many models, making its catalog confusing.

Long battery life & fast charging; Lightweight and comfortable; Balanced; enjoyable sound; Full suite of onboard controls

Cheap; busy aesthetic; Ineffective "bass boost" feature

Last year Plantronics put out affordable wireless on-ear headphones called the BackBeat 500 Series that sounded decent and fit comfortably -- for an on-ear model anyway. Now the company has brought the same value concept to an over-ear design with the BackBeat Go 600, which costs $100 or £90 and comes in four different colors. (We're awaiting Australian pricing, but £90 is about AU$130 converted.)

Don't expect a "wow" from the lightweight, comfortable Plantronics BackBeat 600, but they're as good or better than a lot of headphones in this price range.

The Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 are lightweight, comfortable over-ear Bluetooth headphones that sound decent and work well for making calls; You can toggle between more neutral or bass-boosted sound modes.

Bass lacks a little definition; The earcups can show scratches.

Last year Plantronics put out affordable wireless on-ear headphones called the BackBeat 500 Series that sounded decent and fit comfortably -- for an on-ear model anyway. Now the company has brought the same value concept to an over-ear design with the BackBeat Go 600 , which costs $100 or £90 and...

The Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 are lightweight, comfortable over-ear Bluetooth headphones that sound decent and work well for making calls; You can toggle between more neutral or bass-boosted sound modes

Bass lacks a little definition; The earcups can show scratches

The Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 headphones deliver a solid audio experience in neutral mode, and a sculpted, bass-forward experience in Bass Boost mode. Bass lovers will be happy with the results, and those seeking an accurate mix will find the neutral mode to be better than average-there's a solid...

Powerful audio performance with crisp highs; Comfortable, secure fit; Easy-to-operate on-ear controls; Long battery life; Includes cable for passive listening

Cable lacks inline remote or mic; Bass Boost mode employs DSP that impacts entire sound signature

While Bluetooth earphones and headphones are nothing new, there are even more customers in the hunt than ever before. Plantronics has a history of audio that goes as far back to when man first landed on the moon. It pours those decades of experience into the BackBeat Go 3 wireless earbuds.

No cables, relatively compact, good battery life, charge case; Bass could be better; VERDICT: The Plantronics BackBeat Go 3 earphones offer wireless convenience, impressive audio quality and a comfortable fit.

The BackBeat GO 3 is definitely one of the better-designed headsets. I like the thoughtfulness of the user interaction of the product, from the voice prompts to the built-in charger pouch with 2 indicators.

We've long been fans of Plantronics' BackBeat line of Bluetooth headphones, and it has a strong new option in the form of the Backbeat Go 600. At $99.99, the headphones deliver solid quality across the board, with strong audio performance, a comfortable fit, and exceedingly easy controls. There's little to complain about, other than the fact that they are slightly upstaged by another Plantronics model, the BackBeat Fit 500, which offer a moisture-resistant, gym-friendly design for the same price. Design Offered in black, gray, khaki, or navy, the BackBeat Go 600's circumaural (over-the-ear) design is quite comfortable, even over long listening sessions, thanks to generous cushioning in the large memory foam earpads and on the underside of the headband. Plantronics mixes faux-leather coverings with matte rubber materials and a cool geometric contour on the top of the headband for a modern look. An orange cloth logo tag is attached to the headband near the right earcup. Internally, ...

The Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 headphones deliver strong wireless audio in a comfortable, easy-to-use design.

Powerful audio performance with crisp highs; Comfortable, secure fit; Easy-to-operate on-ear controls; Long battery life; Includes cable for passive listening

Cable lacks inline remote or mic; Bass Boost mode employs DSP that impacts entire sound signature

The BackBeat GO 3 should definitely be a consideration if you're in the market for wireless, sport-ready earphones. They offer a lot for the price, like a solid and sweatproof design, secure fit, and decent battery life.

Going from BackBeat GO 2 to BackBeat GO 3 , the ear tips design is a major improvement. Rather than having them dangling perpendicular to your ears, the new design may look peculiar at first, but gives you a much better fit and comfort (though it somehow makes the size larger).