Headset Comfort Data

Headset comfort is determined by weight, padding, earcup size, and contact pressure.

Diagram illustrating contact pressure with arrows showing force distribution at contact points, labeled 'Contact Pressure' at the top.

Contact pressure is measured with force in newtons (N), where 1 N is the force of a mass approximately of 1 kg (2.2 lbs) applied to a surface. For this purpose, we are measuring the tightness of the headband. Generally the less contact pressure, the longer the headset can be worn without discomfort. Contact pressure is a leading cause of headset discomfort and can lead to a compression headache. Our headsets are designed to relieve that pressure.

Contact Pressure

A specialized cutting machine with a metal blade, mounted on a metal frame with a ruler for measurements. It has black headphones hanging on one side, and backing materials like bubble wrap and cardboard boxes nearby.

We used a pressure measurement tool, seen in the picture, to test the tightness of the headsets reported below. We used a standard measuring distance of 14cm.

Cyber Acoustics Headset Contact Pressure Reporting

HS-1500BT bluetooth headset for work

HS-1500BT

2.1 N

Black over-ear headset with a microphone, connected to a control unit with mute, volume, and power buttons, and a USB cable.

AC-204ENC

1.7N

Wireless headset with attached microphone and USB control device.

AC-304

1.3N

Competitive Comparison

AC-201ENC USB headset with ENC AC-301 Headset with noise cancelling AI Jabra Biz2300 headset
Manufacturer Cyber Acoustics Cyber Acoustics Jabra Jabra
Model AC-204ENC AC-304 Jabra 50II Biz 2300
MSRP $29.99 $69.99 $299.00 $139.00
Contact pressure 1.7N 1.3N 1.3N 1.3N