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Jabra Storm vs Plantronics Explorer 500

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    Jabra Storm Headphones
    Jabra Storm
      Plantronics Explorer 500 Headphones
      Plantronics Explorer 500
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      Editiorial reviews
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      2 editorial reviews
      The Jabra Storm - ‘behind the ear’ Bluetooth headset is not only light weight but also gives very good battery backup. It uses the micro power batteryRead more
      [[Jabra Stealth]] Jabra recently launch two new Bluetooth headsets – The Jabra Stealth and Jabra Storm. These two headsets are the next generation Bluetooth headsets from Jabra with microPOWER battery technology; a tiny battery ...Read more
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      3 editorial reviews
      The $60 Plantronics Explorer 500 sets the benchmark for affordable, no-frills Bluetooth headsets.Read more
      Plantronic's reasonably-priced Explorer 500 Bluetooth headset offers good quality audio and an innovative strap that acts as both a charging cable and carry loop.Read more
      Replacing the Marque 2, this $60 Bluetooth headset offers dual microphones with "noise-canceling DSP and GSMA-certified HD Voice," and a unique USB charging strap.Read more
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      User rating
      43
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      43 user ratings
      5 stars
      		34 %
      4 stars
      		34 %
      3 stars
      		20 %
      2 stars
      		9 %
      1 stars
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      87
      3.7 out of 5
      87 user ratings
      5 stars
      		34 %
      4 stars
      		22 %
      3 stars
      		29 %
      2 stars
      		8 %
      1 stars
      		4 %

      Full Comparison

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      Technical details

      Jabra StormJabra Storm
      Plantronics Explorer 500Plantronics Explorer 500
      Sound outputMonoMono
      StyleIn-EarIn-Ear
      Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yesyes

      Design

      Jabra StormJabra Storm
      Plantronics Explorer 500Plantronics Explorer 500
      Colour of productBlack
      • Beige
      • Black
      • Gold
      • Grey
      • Silver
      • White
      Acoustic designOpenClosed
      Attachment typeEarloop/Ear conchEarloop/Ear conch

      Dimensions

      Jabra StormJabra Storm
      Plantronics Explorer 500Plantronics Explorer 500
      Weight0.28 oz0.26 oz

      Connectivity

      Jabra StormJabra Storm
      Plantronics Explorer 500Plantronics Explorer 500
      Audio streaming via bluetooth
      • A2DP
      • AVRCP
      • HFP
      • HSP
      • PBAP
      • A2DP
      • HFP
      • HSP
      Bluetooth version4.04.1
      Bluetooth profile
      • AVRCP
      • PBAP
      • HSP
      • HFP
      • A2DP
      • HSP
      • HFP
      • A2DP
      Bluetooth codecSBCSBC
      Wireless connectionBluetoothBluetooth
      USByesyes
      Type of USB connectorUSB Type-AMicro-USB
      Multi Point connectionnoyes

      Features

      Jabra StormJabra Storm
      Plantronics Explorer 500Plantronics Explorer 500
      Noise-cancelingyesyes
      Buttons
      • Answer button
      • Play/Pause
      • Volume
      • Answer button
      • Volume

      Power

      Jabra StormJabra Storm
      Plantronics Explorer 500Plantronics Explorer 500
      Battery operatedyesyes
      Battery life10.0 h7.0 h
      Standby time240.0 h288.0 h
      Charging via USByesyes

      Pros & Cons

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