If your work requires you to make calls all day, those factors matter. A Bluetooth headset with a good microphone is lighter than most music headphones and has better audio quality than most earbuds.

This roundup is for people who prioritize voice calls above all else, so it's a collection of single-ear voice headsets and headphones that have big boom microphones. If you're looking for Apple's AirPods Pro, for instance, or anything like them, those are in the true wireless earbuds roundup, not here. Most have microphones and call control buttons, and we detail call quality in each review. That means many people might want to head over to our list of the best wireless headphones and the best true wireless earbuds. The single-ear headsets of 10 years ago have largely evolved into stereo Bluetooth headphones, almost all of which include microphones for calls. The traditional Bluetooth headset, once the only game in town, is now one option among many. Read our editorial mission (Opens in a new window) & see how we test (Opens in a new window). Since 1982, PCMag has tested and rated thousands of products to help you make better buying decisions. How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill.How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.How to Block Robotexts and Spam Messages.

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