BlueParrott M300-XT Bluetooth Headset REVIEW | MacSources

A strong headset for travel

More than a decade ago, I purchased my first Bluetooth headset. The brand was Jabra and it was my only headset for a long time. I had that headset before I actually had a smartphone. It connected flawlessly and made it easy to accept and talk on phone calls. At that time, that was really all those headsets were good for. Now, single-ear Bluetooth headsets are somewhat of a rarity since most people just use their over-ear or in-ear headphones. That said, single-ear headsets still have a place. When you have to be present but want to stay connected, that’s when this type of headset comes in handy. Professional drivers, field service technicians, and retails positions are just a small sampling of jobs that can benefit from a mono-headset like the BlueParrot M300-XT Bluetooth headset.

DETAILS

BlueParrot is part of the GN Audio group, which also owns Jabra. The headset is designed to keep users connected while working in noisy environments. The headset provides smooth communication experiences for users and is a reliable travel partner for anyone who works ‘on the go’. The M300-XT provides 80% noise cancellation with its 2-microphone technology and has a wireless range up to 300 feet. It’s ultralight (0.7 ounces) so it’s meant to be comfortable to use throughout the day. The headset is IP-54 rated for dust and water resistance and it can be worn on either ear. There are intuitive buttons for easy call handling and a customizable BlueParrot Button that allows users to program it with their most-used function.

BlueParrott M300-XT key features and specifications:

• 80% noise cancellation with 2-microphone technology
• Ultra-small and ultra-light for all-day comfort
• Up to 14 hours of talk time with convenient USB-C charging
• Wireless range of up to 300 feet for ultimate mobility and flexibility
• IP54-rated protection against dust and water
• Customizable BlueParrott Button for speed dial, mute, or Push-to-Talk

USER EXPERIENCE

The unboxing experience of the M300-XT was pretty basic. It has a nice retail…