Top 10 Best Speech Recognition Headsets In 2016

Since its inception years ago, the speech recognition technology continues to influence many sectors positively, mainly because of its versatility and ease of use.

To college and university students, for instance, it is a perfect avenue for recording notes without spending several hours typing manually via a keyboard.

In the medical industry on the other hand, voice recognition is perfect for recording medical dictations without manipulating computers. Β πŸ™‚

If you dictate documents often or do tiresome data entry projects and are looking to ease the experience using a voice recognition software, a speech recognition headset is one of the most essential accessory that you should own.

Most models are comfortable to use, have loud and clear speaker systems that come in handy, and have built-in noise-cancelling microphones that improve voice clarity and therefore, the quality of transcripts produced. Choose one of these top 10 best models:

10. AAAPrice com Inc. USB Headset

For those that depend on voice recognition software in school and or work places and looking for durable and well-designed headsets that they can use on an everyday basis, this USB model by AAAPrice com Inc. starts our list of the best in 2016. Even though simple, this headset is professional grade.

Its plastic construction, for instance, is aesthetic and has a smooth finish that does not irritate the skin when dictating for several hours.

Its speaker system is premium, while its integrated boom microphone not only projects clear sound, but also has a unique noise-cancelling feature that filters background noise well to improve its performance further.

It also has a windsock that minimized breath popping and a pro flex wire construction that does not break nor lose its structural appeal after months of bending and or flexing. πŸ™‚

AAAPrice com Inc. USB Headset, is affordable, has 40mm speakers with padded ear cushions for comfort, and works with several voice recognition software including Dragon dictate, Dragon Professional, Dragon Premium, Dragon 13 Home, and the popular Dragon Natural Speaking voice software.

9. Labtec LVA-7330 Clearvoice

Labtec LVA-7330 Clearvoice is a premium NCAT2-enabled speech recognition headset with a shielded eight-foot cord, an ergonomic plastic construction, and a universal 3.5mm plug that works well with several types and computers and other smart devices. πŸ™‚

It is durable, has a light and highly convenient design that makes communication a breeze, and has a built in noise-cancelling microphone that offers superior recognition performance in all environments.

Whether you are recording notes at school, or transcribing documents at work, this headset works well.

You also get an adjustable headband and a versatile design that you can wear over or behind the head.

8. Sennheiser PC 25-S

Perfect for both personal and professional use, Sennheiser PC 25-S is a well-designed monaural speech recognition software with a comfortable single sided design that works well for both males and females.

Its portable and light construction benefits individuals that travel often. The noise-cancelling microphone it comes with optimized sound clarity in all environments.

Its boom design pivots and adjusts for better placement, while the premium speaker system that buyers get makes it an ideal headset for entertaining.

Sennheiser PC 25-S has a convenient plug and play design that eliminates the need for software and or intricate set up procedures to work.

The superior acoustics that it offers are impressive for its price, while its rugged design not only lasts long, but also fits comfortably.

7. Sennheiser PC141

As the Sennheiser PC 25-S headset reviewed herein, Sennheiser PC141 is a premium speech-recognition headset that has cemented its place among the top 10 best speech recognition headsets in 2016 for several reason.

Its unique on-ear design, for instance, is comfortable, sounds great, and stays snug on the head once setup.

The boom microphone that it comes with is durable, built using sensitive and high-performance components that work perfectly in all environments, and has noise-cancelling technology that discriminates your voice from background noise to improve clarity. Β πŸ˜‰

The microphone is adjustable and blends well in its unique neckband design to keeps users as comfortable as possible.

Other notable features are its convenient side cable design, intelligent high-speech technology that works well with many types of voice recognition software, and its portable and highly durable design.

6. Andrea Monaural USB Headset

Durable, monaural, and with a convenient USB connection that works well with both Windows and Macintosh computers, this USB headset by Andrea is a versatile headset, recommended for both VoIP applications and voice recognition.

It is affordable, has an adjustable low profile frame that fits all head shapes and sizes, and has a premium all-in-one design with in-line mute and volume controls that you can use to customize its performance on demand.

The 40mm speakers offered are sweet sounding and contained in padded ear cushions that lay comfortably on ears when in use. πŸ™‚

The pro-flex wire boom microphone adjusts for accurate placement, while its windsock and noise-cancelling feature minimize breath popping and background noise respectively.

5. Andrea C1-1022500-1 Model NC-185VM

Model NC-185VM of the acclaimed Andrea C1-1022500-1 line of stereo headsets is a versatile computer accessory with dual 3.5mm plugs that works well all computer and laptop brands in the market. Set up is simple.

Quality plastic used to manufacture it lasts long, while its convenient inline volume benefit those that like to be in total control of transcription and or dictation process in homes and commercial establishments such as offices.

The high fidelity speakers that it comes with are perfect for entertaining, with its noise-cancelling microphone has a pro-flex boom technology and a built in windsock that improves placement and sound quality further. πŸ™‚

This way, when working for long hours, its microphone will never rub on and irritate your cheek and or pop because of your uncharacteristic breathing habits.

You also get a durable and adjustable stainless steel headband that fits many head shapes and sizes, a shielded eight-foot cable with inline controls and a reversible (right or left) design that folds flat for easy storage and transport.

4. Cyber Acoustics AC-201

By choosing Cyber Acoustics AC-201, you get an ambidextrous stereo headset with a light design that most individuals consider fun to use.

It is durable, has padded leatherette ear pads that do not irritate ears when worn for long, and has an adjustable headband that you can set to fit your head.

If money is a challenge, this headset is affordable.

The boom microphone it comes with, on the other hand, has a 180-degree swivel system, and a unique Direct Noise Cancelling Technology (DNCT4) that improve placement and voice recognition respectively.

Cyber Acoustics AC-201 is cheap, comes pre-assembled, and has a long 7-inch shielded cable that boosts versatility. Instead of compromising quality for price, purchase this headset instead.

3. Microsoft LifeChat LX-3000

Offering the quality that people appreciate the Microsoft brand for, LX-3000 LifeChat is a convenient chatting headset that also handles speech and voice recognition jobs well. πŸ™‚

It is comfortable, has a digitized USB connection that relays signals efficiently to improve sound clarity, and comes with a built-in unidirectional microphone with a windsock that minimizes popping and an acoustic noise-cancellation feature that benefits individuals working in crowded office environments.

If comfort is a major concern, this headset never disappoints. The leatherette ear pads buyers get are light, comfortable, and have ergonomic designs that do not irritate ears.

Its pivoting boom mic on the hand orients accurately to lower irritation, while the six foot cable on offer is not only durable, but also flexes for better placement. Microsoft LifeChat LX-3000 is affordable, has in-line volume controls, and lasts long.

2. Koss CS100

A popular speech recognition headset among students and professionals alike, Koss CS100 is a well-designed high frequency (30Hz-20 kHz) headset that connects to and works well with most laptops, notebook, and MacBook.

For those that like listening to loud music, Neodymium/iron/boron magnets that it comes with generate clear, non-distorted, and high sensitivity sound at all volumes.

Its noise-cancelling microphone is professional-grade, while the eight-foot power cord offered allows you to work in all environments without worrying about your headset tagging or drifting out of place without warning. πŸ˜€

With an original, you also get padded noise isolating cushions that stay comfortable for long, a single entry cable design that does not clutter spaces, and a limited manufacturer’s warranty.

1. Plantronics PLNAUDIO478

Portable and designed to generated premium HD sound, PLNAUDIO478 by Plantronics tops our list of the best speech recognition headsets in 2016. Β πŸ™‚

For those that like chatting and or video conferencing, this headset is Skype-certified.

The high-density plastic used to manufacture it lasts long, while its boom microphone not only supports noise cancelling, but also has an advanced Digital Signal Processing feature that kills echo and scrubs static that people commonly grapple with when dictating and or transcribing data or documents in large empty rooms.

It also has directly mounted answer and end call buttons that boost its versatility further, has an integrated equalizer for balancing and improving the dynamic range of audio produced, and has a convenient inline panel that lasts long.Β  πŸ˜€