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Overall, the BackBeat Go is a solid effort and an easy buy, as long as you're not a demanding audiophile when it comes to stereo sound quality.

There's a lot to like about the BackBeat Go wireless stereo headset, but some notable shortcomings temper our enthusiasm.

Personally, I didn't find any of the flaws to be total deal killers, but it's easy to see that the product could be improved and that the next version of the BackBeat Go will be better and easier to recommend at this price point.

If you’re looking for wireless Bluetooth earbuds, know that these are the highest quality pair I’ve ever experienced. They’ll be in my backpack from now on.

The BackBeat Go headphone set is fine for use as a hands-free accessory, but we can't recommend it for music playback over cheaper, wired alternatives... As it stands, the Go headphones are just for people who want the convenience of wireless at any cost — even the quality of their music.

They're comfortable and stick in the ears effectively enough to use while running, however the limited battery life means they're not all-day headphones.

the Plantronics BackBeat Go is a fantastic Bluetooth headset: for talking on the phone. It handles basic functions like phone calls and pairing amazingly... That said, music aficionados will find this particular Bluetooth headset lacking.

People who use their smartphone as a phone and switch between calls and music or media frequently will appreciate the ability to use just one headset for both... If this is more important to you than the absolute best audio quality for music and video, the Plantronics BackBeat GO is a great choice.

With Plantronics BackBeat GO, you can listen to your music, watch movies, or make calls in style. Its simplistic and minimalist design make it appealing to be carried around in a day to day basis.

Honestly, this is probably the best stereo Bluetooth headset I've ever used. Sure, it has its quirks but in my opinion those tradeoffs are worth it for the excellent form factor and light weight. Combine those things with good quality sound, and you've got yourself a winning headset for only $100.