The Best Headsets for Zoom and Teams Calls in 2026

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If you’re on calls for hours a day, a dedicated headset makes a bigger difference than almost any other upgrade. A boom microphone close to your mouth keeps your voice clear while it filters out the dishwasher, the dog and the leaf blower next door. Good earcups also let you hear colleagues without turning the volume all the way up.

We compared manufacturer specs and certification lists and weighed the findings of Wirecutter, which tested nearly six dozen headsets with call panels and expert listeners. Here are the headsets that stood out for Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Google Meet.

Our top picks at a glance

• Best headset for most people: Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES has excellent mic noise cancellation, adaptive ANC and multi-day battery life.
• Best for listening to music between calls: Jabra Evolve3 75 offers the best sound quality and huge battery life in a boomless design.
• Best wired headset: Jabra Evolve2 50 gives you four mics and ANC with no battery to manage.
• Best foldable headset for travel: Jabra Evolve2 65 Flex folds to half size and uses a six-mic array.
• Best earbuds for calls: Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro has the best noise-reducing mics Wirecutter tested, in a discreet package.
• Best single-ear headset: Poly Voyager Legend 50 is lightweight with outstanding noise rejection.

Comparison table

Headset	Best for	Type	Mic	ANC	Battery (talk)*	Teams certified*	Warranty*
Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES	Most people	Wireless, on-ear, boom	Dual noise-canceling boom mics	Adaptive hybrid	Up to 20 hrs (ANC on)	Yes (Premium Mic for Open Office)	1 year
Jabra Evolve3 75	Music + calls	Wireless, on-ear, boomless	6 digital mics	Adaptive	Up to 18 hrs (ANC on)	Teams variant	2 years
Jabra Evolve2 50	No-battery reliability	Wired USB, on-ear, boom	4 mics	Yes	N/A (wired)	MS variant	2 years
Jabra Evolve2 65 Flex	Travel	Wireless, foldable, boom	6 mics (per Wirecutter)	Yes	See listing	Teams variant	See listing
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro	Discreet earbuds	True wireless earbuds	Noise-reducing mics	Yes	Up to 6.5 hrs (ANC on)	Not claimed	18 months
Poly Voyager Legend 50	Single-ear	Mono Bluetooth earpiece	4 mics	N/A (mono)	Up to 10 hrs (30 with case)	See listing	2 years

*From manufacturer spec sheets or Wirecutter’s testing notes at the time of writing. Battery figures are manufacturer ratings; real-world results vary. Certification often depends on which version you buy.

The best headsets for calls, reviewed

1. Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES: Best for most people

Who it’s for: remote workers who spend much of the day on Teams or Zoom and want the clearest outgoing voice in a noisy home.

Wirecutter’s top pick strikes the best balance of microphone quality, noise cancellation and comfort. In its testing there was virtually no difference in mic quality between a quiet room and a noisy one, and the headset handled wind directly on the mic. Logitech says the business version is certified for Microsoft Teams as a Premium Microphone for Open Office, as well as for Zoom and Google Meet with its USB receiver. It uses dual AI noise-canceling mics, adaptive hybrid ANC and 40 mm drivers. The mic boom rotates 270 degrees and can mute itself when flipped up.

Wirecutter lists up to 20 hours of talk time with ANC on (25 off) and up to 48 hours of music with ANC off. A five-minute quick charge adds about an hour of talk time. It pairs with up to eight devices and connects to two at once.

What reviewers flag: the warranty is just one year. The busy light is a tiny dot, so housemates may not notice you’re on a call. Some testers with smaller heads found the flexible frame sat lopsided.

• Pros: excellent mic noise and wind rejection, adaptive ANC, long battery, Teams Open Office certification
• Cons: 1-year warranty, small busy light, fit can be loose on small heads

2. Jabra Evolve3 75: Best for music between calls

Who it’s for: people who wear a headset all day for music and podcasts as well as meetings, and who prefer a sleek look without a mic arm.

The Evolve3 75 had the best headphone sound quality of any headset Wirecutter tested, and every tester found it comfortable, including glasses wearers. Jabra’s spec sheet lists six digital microphones with AI-based ClearVoice noise reduction, adaptive ANC, a 180-degree busylight, and up to 18 hours of talk time or 45 hours of music with ANC on (22 and 110 hours with it off). It folds into an included case and comes with a Link 390 USB adapter. It’s on Microsoft’s Teams-certified device list, though Jabra notes certification and the dedicated Teams button are variant-dependent.

What reviewers flag: without a boom, it can’t isolate your voice as well as the Zone Wireless 2 ES. Some Wirecutter testers found voices “a bit muffled.” The battery readout is vague (high/medium/low) unless you check the app.

• Pros: best audio quality, very long battery life, comfortable and foldable, visible busylight
• Cons: weaker voice isolation than boom-mic headsets, premium price

3. Jabra Evolve2 50: Best wired headset

Who it’s for: desk-bound workers who never want to think about charging or Bluetooth dropouts.

Wirecutter calls the Evolve2 50 the best-sounding wired headset it has tested. It says test recordings were “crisp, clear, and warm” even against loud background noise. Jabra lists four microphones on the stereo model, active noise cancellation, 28 mm speakers, a 1.7 m USB cable (USB-C or USB-A versions) and a 2-year warranty. Raising the boom mutes you. Most versions also add Bluetooth so you can pair a phone, and Jabra sells versions without Bluetooth too. Buy the “MS” variant if you use Teams. Jabra says it gives you plug-and-play setup, Teams LED notifications and Teams call controls. The “UC” variant is for other calling platforms.

What reviewers flag: the foam earpads are smaller than those on the wireless picks, and it feels less robust than the pricier models.

• Pros: excellent mic and sound, no battery to manage, lightweight, Teams variant available
• Cons: smaller earpads, less premium build

4. Jabra Evolve2 65 Flex: Best foldable headset for travel

Who it’s for: hybrid workers and travelers who want a full boom-mic headset that packs small. If you take calls from cafés or hotels, our NordVPN review for remote workers covers when a VPN is worth adding on shared Wi-Fi.

Wirecutter highlights the Evolve2 65 Flex as a foldable option that collapses to half its size, connects easily to a computer or phone and offers the best wireless range of the headsets it recommends. It uses six microphones for better vocal clarity than most models Wirecutter tested, and its memory-foam cushions support ANC. XDA Developers notes it comes in Microsoft Teams and UC versions and has a busy light.

What reviewers flag: with ANC on, Wirecutter noticed an “eardrum-suck” sensation some people dislike, and XDA found the folding build a little fragile.

• Pros: folds compactly, strong mic clarity, long wireless range
• Cons: ANC pressure sensation, more delicate hinge

5. Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro: Best earbuds for calls

Who it’s for: people who don’t want to look like they’re wearing a headset, or who also want earbuds for the gym and commute.

These are Wirecutter’s favorite all-purpose wireless earbuds and its earbud pick for calls. Callers described voices as “incredibly clear,” and Wirecutter says they have the best noise-reducing microphones it tested across headsets and earbuds alike. They carry an IP55 rating, come with five ear-tip sizes and three wing sizes, and include a smart charging case with a touchscreen.

What reviewers flag: battery life is short for work, at up to 6.5 hours with ANC on (about 28 hours total with the case). The touch controls take practice, and the Bluetooth range is shorter than the over-ear picks.

• Pros: best-in-class call mics and ANC, discreet, sweat- and dust-resistant
• Cons: won’t last a full workday with ANC, finicky touch controls

6. Poly Voyager Legend 50: Best single-ear headset

Who it’s for: people who take lots of phone and Teams calls on the move and want to keep one ear open.

Wirecutter’s testers unanimously praised the Legend 50’s noise rejection in loud places, which they attribute to four mics combined with Poly’s NoiseBlockAI and WindSmart processing. It has a stated Bluetooth range of up to 98 feet, up to 10 hours of talk time (about 30 hours with the optional Qi charging case), smart sensors that answer a call when you put it on, and a 2-year warranty.

What reviewers flag: Wirecutter’s headphone expert heard slight digital clipping, and the multipurpose button on the boom is small and hard to reach.

• Pros: excellent noise rejection, lightweight, long range
• Cons: voice can sound processed, small controls

How to choose a headset for Teams and Zoom

Prioritize the microphone

What other people hear matters most. Boom mics generally isolate your voice better than mics built into the earcups. Wirecutter’s boomless pick, for example, had weaker voice isolation than its boom-mic picks.

Understand Teams certification

“Certified for Microsoft Teams” headsets have passed Microsoft’s audio and usability tests and usually offer plug-and-play setup, a Teams button and in-meeting status lights. Many brands sell separate Teams and UC versions of the same headset, so check the exact model name. Non-certified headsets still work with Teams; you just set them up manually.

Wireless, wired or earbuds?

Wireless headsets let you get up and pace. Wired headsets never need charging. Earbuds are the most discreet but have the shortest battery life.

Comfort and battery

Look for at least two workdays of talk time, padded earcups and a weight you can wear for hours. On-ear headsets can cause hot spots during long sessions, so take breaks. Our home office ergonomics checklist has more ways to make long call days easier on your neck and back.

Round out your call setup

Great audio pairs best with a decent camera and good lighting. See our guide to the best webcams for remote meetings. If you stand for calls, our best standing desks for small home offices guide covers compact sit-stand options. Long call days are easier in a supportive seat, too: our guide to the best ergonomic office chairs for working from home compares the top picks, and our Steelcase Gesture vs. Herman Miller Aeron comparison goes deeper on two favorites.

How we chose

This is a research-based guide. We did not test these headsets ourselves. We compared manufacturer specifications and certification details (including Microsoft’s Teams-certified device list), and relied on Wirecutter’s published testing, which uses mic recordings in quiet and noisy rooms, caller panels and expert listeners. We also noted where other reviewers (CNET, XDA Developers) agreed or disagreed. We prioritized outgoing voice clarity, noise control, comfort, battery life, certifications and warranty.

FAQ

What’s the best headset for Microsoft Teams calls?

The Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES is the best all-around pick in our research. Its business version is certified for Teams as a Premium Microphone for Open Office, and Wirecutter found its mic noise cancellation excellent.

Do I need a Teams-certified headset?

No, but it helps. Certified headsets add plug-and-play setup, Teams call controls and status lights. If your company uses Teams, buy the Teams (“MS”) version of the headset.

Are earbuds good enough for work calls?

The best ones can be. Wirecutter found the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro’s mics the best it tested, but battery life is shorter than a full workday with ANC on.

Is a wired or wireless headset better for calls?

Wired headsets avoid battery and Bluetooth issues and usually cost less. Wireless headsets let you move around. Call quality can be excellent with either.

Can I use my regular noise-canceling headphones for meetings?

For occasional calls, yes. If you’re on calls all day, a headset with a boom mic will usually make you sound clearer to others.

The bottom line

For most remote workers, the Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES delivers the clearest calls in noisy homes. Choose the Jabra Evolve3 75 if music quality and battery life matter most, the Jabra Evolve2 50 if you never want to charge anything, and the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro if you’d rather wear earbuds. Whatever you choose, buy the Microsoft Teams version if Teams is your main calling app.

Sources consulted

• Wirecutter (The New York Times), “The Best Wireless and Wired Headsets,” updated September 23, 2026
• Microsoft Learn, “Certified USB devices” for Microsoft Teams (updated October 2026)
• Manufacturer pages and spec sheets: Logitech (Zone Wireless 2 ES for Business), Jabra (Evolve3 75 datasheet; Evolve2 50 tech specs and MS vs. UC variant FAQ)
• CNET, “Best Headsets and Headphones for Working From Home in 2026”; XDA Developers, “Best headsets for office use”