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  • Avg. price: ~£150
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 24 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Plantronics Backbeat Pro review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.0

Technical Score

20.0%

8.9

User score

Very good
7.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

7.7

Sound

20.0%

5.9

Features

10.0%

5.8

Design

8.0%

6.6

Connectivity

6.0%

5.1

Battery

4.0%

9.7

Calls & Controls

Very good
8.9

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(1640)
United States
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4.2
(1640)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Excellent
  • 8.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    9.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    3.8

    Battery life

  • 7.1
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    3.8

    Battery life

    18.0%

    2.2

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 9.0
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    3.8

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 5.6
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    2.2

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    3.8

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro is a feature-rich set of wireless over-ear headphones featuring 40mm dynamic drivers that deliver a bass-heavy yet balanced sound profile with a frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz. Key characteristics include Class 1 Bluetooth 4.0 for an expansive 100-metre range, active noise cancellation (ANC), and 'OpenMic' technology for environmental awareness. Its standout pros are a class-leading battery life of 24 hours (extending to 60 hours without ANC), smart sensors for automatic play/pause when removed, and seamless dual-device multipoint connectivity. However, notable cons include a bulky and heavy design weighing approximately 340 grams, ANC that can slightly degrade audio fidelity, and the potential for ears to become warm during extended use.

Technical Specifications of Plantronics Backbeat Pro

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

7.7

Sound

20.0%

5.9

Features

10.0%

5.8

Design

8.0%

6.6

Connectivity

6.0%

5.1

Battery

4.0%

9.7

Calls & Controls

7.0
Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a technical score of 7 points, which is higher than that of 83.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(1640)
United States
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4.2
(1640)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

8.9
Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than that of 81.4% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.4

Overall score

40.0%

9.7

Price

8.1
Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 87.3% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Plantronics Backbeat Pro uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Plantronics Backbeat Pro uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

20 Hz
Plantronics Backbeat Pro reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Plantronics Backbeat Pro is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

2
Plantronics Backbeat Pro has 2 microphones, more microphones than 78.2% of headphones and equal to 8.8% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Plantronics Backbeat Pro does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

4.0
Plantronics Backbeat Pro uses Bluetooth version 4.0, newer Bluetooth version than 57.4% of headphones and equal to 4.8% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Plantronics Backbeat Pro does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Plantronics Backbeat Pro works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

24 hours
Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers battery life of 24 hours, lower battery life than 59.1% of headphones and equal to 3.4% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

24 hours
Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers battery life with ANC of 24 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 65.7% of headphones and equal to 3.6% of headphones.
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

3 hours
Plantronics Backbeat Pro needs 3 hours to charge, higher charging time than 66% of headphones and equal to 21.3% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

680 mAh
Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a battery capacity of 680 mAh, higher battery capacity than 63.4% of headphones and equal to 1.3% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Plantronics
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

340 g
Plantronics Backbeat Pro weighs 340 g, heavier than 89.7% of headphones and equal to 1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

4
Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a clamp force of 4, lower clamp force than 51.5% of headphones and equal to 7.5% of headphones.
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Plantronics Backbeat Pro vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 14 mm more spacious earcup width
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (57 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (57 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.57 mm vs 43 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
    When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.2 vs 1
  • 14 mm more spacious earcup width
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (57 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Water resistance
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 1 more microphones
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Sidetone support
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.

Total
Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • 56% higher weight
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro is heavier than the average headphone (340 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 3 mm tighter earcup height
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (57 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 9 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (93 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 10 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (93 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 6 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower battery life than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 56% higher weight
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro is heavier than the average headphone (340 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro is heavier than the average headphone (340 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.340 g vs 218 g
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
    When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.3 hours vs 2 hours
  • 9 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (93 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (93 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.93 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 6 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
    When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >40 hours

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.24 hours vs 30 hours
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower battery life than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower battery life than the average headphone (24 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.24 hours vs 30 hours
  • 3 mm tighter earcup height
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (57 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (57 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.57 mm vs 60 mm
  • 10 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (93 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    What it is: Output loudness level of the headphones, usually measured in dB. It helps compare how loud a model can play under similar conditions.
    When it matters: When you need a rough idea of how loud the headphones can get before you pair them with a weaker source.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=108 dB SPL

    Plantronics Backbeat Pro has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (93 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.93 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Plantronics Backbeat Pro?

  • Excellent battery life, typically reaching or exceeding the advertised 24 hours of playback.
  • Intuitive physical controls, including rotating rings for volume and track skipping.
  • Smart sensors that automatically pause music when the headphones are removed and resume when put back on.
  • Versatile connectivity options, including the ability to pair with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously and an NFC pairing feature.
  • Helpful 'OpenMic' feature that allows users to hear their surroundings without removing the headset.
  • Rich, bass-forward sound quality that appeals to fans of modern, high-energy music genres.
  • Strong value for money compared to higher-priced competitors like Bose or Sony.

What customers dislike about Plantronics Backbeat Pro?

  • Heavy and bulky design (340–360g), which can cause discomfort or 'headband fatigue' during long sessions.
  • Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is decent but noticeably less effective than industry leaders like Bose.
  • Non-foldable design makes them less portable and harder to pack in small bags.
  • Ear cups can get warm and cause sweating during extended use or in warm environments.
  • Some users report a slight background hiss when ANC is active and no music is playing.
  • Sound signature may be too 'hyped' (boosted bass and treble) for those seeking a neutral or audiophile-grade response.
  • Occasional sensor issues where music fails to pause or resume correctly when adjusting the fit.

Expert reviews

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techradar.com
10/11/2014
Plantronics BackBeat Pro review - TechRadar

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro is a feature-rich, business-like set of wireless, noise-cancelling headphones that prioritises functionality over aesthetics. Despite their exceptionally heavy weight of approximately 340 grams, they remain comfortable for extended wear due to generous padding on the earcups and headband bridge. The headphones excel in user convenience, offering...Read more

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cnet.com
15/10/2014
Plantronics BackBeat Pro review: A more affordable alternative to Beats and Bose with an office slant - CNET

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro is a feature-packed, over-the-ear wireless headphone that serves as a budget-friendly alternative to premium models from Bose and Beats. A major strength of the device is its exceptional battery life, delivering up to 24 hours of juice with Bluetooth 4.0 and active noise-cancellation (ANC) fully engaged, or up to 60 hours in corded mode. It also boasts...Read more

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wired.com
06/10/2014
Review: Plantronics BackBeat Pro - WIRED

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro headphones offer an excellent, budget-friendly alternative to the Bose QuietComfort 25 by integrating robust wireless features without sacrificing audio quality. Priced at $250, these headphones feature highly effective active noise-canceling (ANC) capabilities that rival Bose, alongside a standout 24-hour rechargeable battery life and multi-device...Read more

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pcmag.com
08/09/2014
Plantronics BackBeat PRO Review - PCMag

The PCMag review highlights the Plantronics BackBeat Pro as a feature-rich, high-value wireless headset with a very good native audio signature. While praised for its robust feature set, the review notes the major drawback that active noise cancellation (ANC) significantly degrades the audio quality. Despite this flaw, the headphones are recommended for their overall versatility and...Read more

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thehindu.com
21/06/2016
Plantronics BackBeat Pro review - The Hindu

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro wireless headphones offer a feature-packed, over-the-ear design that provides excellent value for money. Backed by a company with deep roots in aerospace and commercial audio, these headphones deliver reliable Bluetooth 4.0 and NFC connectivity, allowing seamless pairing with up to two devices simultaneously. The audio profile remains balanced and...Read more

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techhive.com
15/09/2015
Plantronics BackBeat Pro review: Lots of features and great sound - TechHive Medium

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro wireless, over-ear Bluetooth headphones deliver excellent sound quality and an impressive array of advanced features despite an uninspired, bulky industrial design. On the positive side, these comfortable headphones feature a powerful, deep bass profile, highly detailed highs, intuitive ear-cup controls, and an exceptional 24-hour continuous battery...Read more

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medium.com
25/02/2018
Plantronics BackBeat Pro: Long Term Review - Medium

The Medium review of the Plantronics BackBeat ProGo highlights its excellent battery life, lasting two weeks on a single charge, alongside features like aptX Low Latency and the useful OpenMic mode for environmental awareness. It is deemed a high-value, durable option for office settings, though it is described as having a bulky aesthetic. Medium· Conversely, the review notes...Read more

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rtings.com
26/02/2016
Plantronics Backbeat Pro Wireless 2014 Review - RTINGS.com

The Plantronics Backbeat Pro Wireless 2014 are versatile, closed-back headphones suited for mixed, everyday use, featuring an intuitive, tactile control scheme on the ear cups and outstanding battery life. They offer an excited sound profile with powerful bass and an above-average wireless Bluetooth range for ease of movement. However, the bulky and heavy build makes them unstable...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
11/11/2014
Plantronics BackBeat PRO Review - Trusted Reviews

The Plantronics BackBeat ProGo is lauded for its energetic sound, boasting powerful bass, crisp detail, and an exceptional battery life alongside convenient on-ear controls and a useful OpenMic mode. These headphones also feature robust dual-device Bluetooth connectivity and smart sensors that automatically pause playback, providing a versatile, feature-packed listening experience....Read more

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tuksub.de
08/09/2016
Review Plantronics Backbeat Pro: Three weeks of holiday in Turkey", "Plantronics BackBeat Pro Review", "Plantronics BackBeat Pro: Bluetooth headphones...

The Plantronics Backbeat Pro offers a comfortable over-ear design with soft faux-leather ear cushions that do not apply excessive pressure, making them suitable for long-term wear even in high temperatures. Its control layout is intuitive and highly accessible for visually impaired users, featuring prominent buttons for play/pause and call management, mechanical control rings for...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
18/11/2015
Plantronics BackBeat Pro review on kopfhoerer.de

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro is a feature-rich, closed-back over-ear Bluetooth headphone designed for gadget enthusiasts with broad musical tastes, achieving an overall rating of 3.75 out of 5. On the positive side, it offers an impressive 24-hour battery life, a passive wired fallback mode, a smart deep-sleep feature that preserves charge for up to six months, and proximity sensors...Read more

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blablahightech.fr
15/02/2015
Plantronics BackBeat Pro Review

The Plantronics BackBeat ProGo is highly praised in this review as an excellent active noise-cancelling (ANC) Bluetooth headset that punches well above its retail price of around €160. The reviewer notes that the audio quality is outstanding across both wireless and wired setups, offering superior spatiality, rich details in both bass and treble, and high-definition streaming thanks...Read more

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journaldugeek.com
04/02/2015
Review: Plantronics BackBeat PRO headphones", "Test: Plantronics BackBeat PRO headphones

The Journal du Geek review highlights the Plantronics BackBeat PRO as a feature-packed, premium wireless over-ear headset that offers an exceptional price-to-performance ratio, scoring an overall 8 out of 10. Retailing at an affordable average price of €199, the headphones boast high-end specifications including Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Bluetooth APTX, and NFC touch pairing....Read more

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geektest.fr
13/07/2015
Plantronics BackBeat Pro Review

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro is a feature-rich, high-end Bluetooth headphone set that delivers impressive overall performance despite its slightly bulky and masculine matte-black design. The reviewer praises the headphones for their generous, balanced, and dynamic audio quality across various music genres, as well as clear hands-free calling backed by dual built-in microphones. It...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
09/10/2014
BackBeat Pro Review: Plantronics Makes a Powerful Entry

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro is a highly feature-rich, closed-back circum-aural wireless headphone that earned a perfect 5 out of 5 rating for its exceptional performance and versatility. Its standout strengths include a very homogeneous and faithful sound rendering with low distortion, high power, and generous, dynamic bass. Additionally, it offers excellent call quality, an...Read more

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macitynet.it
06/09/2014
Plantronics BackBeat Pro, 24 hours of wireless music - Macitynet

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro is a pair of generously padded Bluetooth headphones that excel at delivering an uninterrupted, wire-free listening experience. Unveiled at the IFA event in Berlin, its standout feature is an impressive 24-hour battery life for continuous music streaming and phone calls. It features active noise cancellation (ANC) that proves highly effective against...Read more

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tweakers.net
30/07/2017
Plantronics BACKBEAT PRO Purple, Black - Product reviews

The user review on Tweakers gives the Plantronics BackBeat Pro (Purple/Black edition) a perfect 5 out of 5-star rating based on extensive real-world usage. The reviewer specifically purchased these over-ear headphones to combat noise sensitivity during flights and has since used them on over 10 flights, declaring them an indispensable travel item. The review highlights that the...Read more

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