Plantronics Marque M155 Review: Bluetooth Wireless Headset
Posted on Apr 9th 2012
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CAFL Web Team Rating: 
Plantronics Marque M155 combines affordability, comfort, and an attractive design.
Design and Features
The first thing we noted about the Plantronics Marque M155 is the sleek design. This Bluetooth headset’s look is a nod to the Apple iPhone, something iPhone users will probably enjoy. The headset has some stellar features, as you get A2DP audio streaming for playing music, news, podcasts and more from your phone and access to the Plantronics text and voice service Vocalyst. The Marquee includes a free one-year subscription to Vocalyst, which allows users to dictate and send e-mails and texts, check the weather and news, and receive Twitter and Facebook updates, all hands-free. Paired with an Android or iPhone, the Marque M155 offers a companion app called MyHeadset. The app allows users to test the headset’s sound quality and introduces users to the Vocalyst service and user-friendly features of the headset. Marque is also a voice-controlled device, which allows users to answer or ignore calls using simple voice commands for a true hands-free experience.
The first thing we noted about the Plantronics Marque M155 is the sleek design. This Bluetooth headset’s look is a nod to the Apple iPhone, something iPhone users will probably enjoy. The headset has some stellar features, as you get A2DP audio streaming for playing music, news, podcasts and more from your phone and access to the Plantronics text and voice service Vocalyst. The Marquee includes a free one-year subscription to Vocalyst, which allows users to dictate and send e-mails and texts, check the weather and news, and receive Twitter and Facebook updates, all hands-free. Paired with an Android or iPhone, the Marque M155 offers a companion app called MyHeadset. The app allows users to test the headset’s sound quality and introduces users to the Vocalyst service and user-friendly features of the headset. Marque is also a voice-controlled device, which allows users to answer or ignore calls using simple voice commands for a true hands-free experience.
Comfort
When we put on the headset for the first time, we were able to get a great fit because the Plantronics Marque ear insert comes with gel coverings in three different sizes. These gel pieces create a nice, snug fit without adding pressure to any part of the ear. For even more stability, the Marque M155 includes a plastic over-the-ear piece that’s easy to attach and keeps the headset in place. Combined with the lightweight headset, these features make for a comfortable Bluetooth headset experience.
When we put on the headset for the first time, we were able to get a great fit because the Plantronics Marque ear insert comes with gel coverings in three different sizes. These gel pieces create a nice, snug fit without adding pressure to any part of the ear. For even more stability, the Marque M155 includes a plastic over-the-ear piece that’s easy to attach and keeps the headset in place. Combined with the lightweight headset, these features make for a comfortable Bluetooth headset experience.
Ease of Use
Turning on the Plantronics Marque M155 initiates the voice-guided set-up system. Pairing the headset with a phone was easy. We just had to the tap the Call button on the headset when prompted. Re-pairing the phone was just as simple. To un-pair the headset from the original phone, we just held the Call button until an LED light on the back of the headset appeared. This light also indicated that the headset was charging. Re-pairing was done entirely on the re-paired phone. There are only three buttons users need to know on the headset: the Call button, which looks just like an iPhone Home button, the power switch – green for on, red for off – and the volume button. To answer or ignore calls, users don’t even have to use the buttons, as the headset recognizes “Answer” or “Ignore” voice commands.
Turning on the Plantronics Marque M155 initiates the voice-guided set-up system. Pairing the headset with a phone was easy. We just had to the tap the Call button on the headset when prompted. Re-pairing the phone was just as simple. To un-pair the headset from the original phone, we just held the Call button until an LED light on the back of the headset appeared. This light also indicated that the headset was charging. Re-pairing was done entirely on the re-paired phone. There are only three buttons users need to know on the headset: the Call button, which looks just like an iPhone Home button, the power switch – green for on, red for off – and the volume button. To answer or ignore calls, users don’t even have to use the buttons, as the headset recognizes “Answer” or “Ignore” voice commands.
Sound Quality
When testing the sound quality indoors, our voices were crisp and clear, and we could easily hear the person on the other end. When outside on a busy street however, callers said background noise from traffic made it difficult to hear us. We could hear the person on the other end when we turned up the M155’s volume.
When testing the sound quality indoors, our voices were crisp and clear, and we could easily hear the person on the other end. When outside on a busy street however, callers said background noise from traffic made it difficult to hear us. We could hear the person on the other end when we turned up the M155’s volume.
The Bottom Line
Because the Marque M155 lacks great noise cancellation, it’s not meant for use in noisy situations. However, for the price, features, design, and high level of comfort, we would recommend the Plantronics Marque M155 for indoor use or use in relatively quiet settings, like in a home, office or on the road. Heavy Bluetooth headset users will be able to use the Plantronics Marque M155 all day in the office and won’t have to break from typing or data entry to answer or ignore any calls.
Because the Marque M155 lacks great noise cancellation, it’s not meant for use in noisy situations. However, for the price, features, design, and high level of comfort, we would recommend the Plantronics Marque M155 for indoor use or use in relatively quiet settings, like in a home, office or on the road. Heavy Bluetooth headset users will be able to use the Plantronics Marque M155 all day in the office and won’t have to break from typing or data entry to answer or ignore any calls.