The Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 Series wireless over-ears are average headphones with fair sound quality. Although they share a lightweight design with the Beoplay H9, they don’t feel as high-end or robust. On the plus side, they have a good wireless range, are straightforward to use, and are rather comfy. Unfortunately, the ear cups do not adequately seal the ears, making them a poor choice for loud settings and commuting. ..
The Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 wireless headphones have a good range and battery life, but they are not the best for loud environments. They also have a seal issue with their ear cups, which makes them less isolating. The construction is also poor, and it feels cheap and flimsy.
Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 review: Design
The BackBeat GO 600s are generally solid headphones, but their unimpressive build quality is a downside. They come in a variety of colors, but our review pair is gray/stone. The band is flexible but strong, and each end has a light geometric edge. ..
The headphones have some reasonable wiggle room where the thin rail that connects the strap to the cups joins, allowing for a good amount of flex when putting the headphones on and taking them off. Given their “GO” branding for being on-the-go, they should easily withstand some rough handling or being jostled around in a bag. The thin mesh carrying pouch, however, left us a little underwhelmed because it has a rough texture and doesn’t appear to provide much protection. ..
The play/skip buttons are actually hidden beneath the left cup’s surface, although there are corresponding indicators that indicate where to press. Finding these with only your hand is not particularly simple, and we found ourselves fumbling around a little bit more than we’d have liked.
The headphones come with a micro USB cable for charging and a wired audio cable for when the battery is low. The wired audio cable lacks playback or volume control, and actually disables the built-in buttons when in use, forcing you to use your phone or media player instead. ..
Comfort
The BackBeat GO 600 is a comfortable and durable pair of wireless headphones that are perfect for everyday use. The earcups are made of memory foam and the headband is made of leatherette, which makes them easy to wear. The BackBeat GO 600 also includes a pouch for storage, making it easy to take with you wherever you go. ..
The BackBeat GO 600 is a noise-cancelling headphones that are designed for active listening. They have an over-the-ear design, and they are capable of filtering a sizable amount of background noise. However, they fall short of active noise-cancelling options. Additionally, you can learn our full BackBeat GO 600 review.
Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 review: Audio performance
The BackBeat GO 600 Series headphones offer a clear, balanced sound, without any discernible deterioration in quality or transmission via Bluetooth. Vocals sounding smooth and clear suggest that the 500 Series has primarily improved in the high end since last year.
The GO 600 Series microphones are well-positioned to pick up audio from our end and we had no trouble using them for phone calls. The 18-hour battery life should last you at least a few days of casual use.
We found the Plantronics headphones to be an adequate option for sound isolation and device usage. The EQ button is a helpful addition, and the sound quality is good even when walking near a busy road or on your morning train ride.
Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 review: Connectivity
The BackBeat GO 600 has a switch on the side that allows you to easily configure it for Bluetooth use. Once it’s set up, just connect it to your devices and you’re ready to go. ..
The BackBeat GO 600 is a great Bluetooth speaker that can connect to up to two devices at once. It has a reliable Bluetooth connection and is able to play music at a high quality.
Battery and charging
The Plantronics BackBeat GO 600 headphones have a battery life of up to 18 hours. The headphones provide a “medium battery” notice after a few days of use of 4-6 hours per day. If the battery is entirely drained, charging can take up to 90 minutes using a standard micro USB cable. ..
Conclusion
The Plantronics BackBeat Go 600 headphones have good sound quality in both Bass Boost and Neutral modes. The Bass Boost mode gives the headphones a more sculpted and bass-forward sound, while the Neutral setting is better for those looking for an accurate mix.
We like the BackBeat Fit 500, Jabra Move Wireless, Marshall Major III Bluetooth, and Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT for less money in this price range. Due to their more adaptable, gym-friendly design, we prefer the BackBeat Fit headphones, but the BackBeat Go 600 won’t fall short either. ..
