Cisco Headsets vs. Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Cisco Headsets
Score 9.1 out of 10
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Cisco Headsets are designed to help users stay connected wherever they work. Whether working at home, at the office, or on the go, the headset helps users stay focused on what's important. The professional headsets are built to deliver exceptional audio and are integrated with the Webex platform for seamless collaboration and simple management. Bluetooth wireless, DECT, or wired headsets are available.N/A
Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
Score 8.4 out of 10
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The Cisco Webex DX80 was a technology supporting HD video conferencing and digital whiteboarding. It is discontinued, and is superseded by capabilities found in Cisco Desk Pro.N/A
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Free/Freemium Version
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Premium Consulting/Integration Services
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Community Pulse
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Considered Both Products
Cisco Headsets
Chose Cisco Headsets
The design is better at Cisco. So is the audio quality for listening. Centralized updating is also a plus.But my Jabra Evolve2 85 has a much better microphone and range.
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They work best with the other equipment and software that we use.
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Cisco Headsets provides us a solution which is closer to the network edge for us, allowing us to manage our conversations at the edge. We selected Cisco over Polycom because of our deeper network integration with our unified communications platform to allow us to run our …
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We went from using Jabra when Cisco came out with the Cisco Headsets. Much easier to manage as we were installing the Jabra software on every PC that had a headset and firmware was never getting updated. Now we don't have to worry about it as it keeps itself up-to-date.
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Hard to choose between the 2 brands when comparing the over-the-ear solution. As for in ear models, Cisco does not have a competing model available.
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plantronics c054 is the other headset that i have used. it has a completely different feature set and in almost every way, upgrading to the cisco headset has been an improvement.
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They are extremely useful and connectivity is great
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Poly CS540 & CS500 XD Wireless Headsets, Jabra Engage Series and Jabra Evolve2 Series
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The battery on the Jabra was bad. Once the battery gets low, and you get a warning that it is getting low you have seconds to plug it in. And I mean seconds. And once the battery has gone, and plug it in, not only does it take ages to recharge, it also takes ages to get volume …
Chose Cisco Headsets
I usually use community apps and websites. I operate multiple channels and audio rooms and that's where Cisco Headsets helps me out w.r.t the hardware part. My audio-rooms have become more engaging and my webinars are clear when I pre-record them. Even when live, everything …
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Compatibility with Cisco voip deskphones
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I have personal experience with a few different headsets. So I think I can compare and have more to say about headsets.
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Before the 900 series, the options for us were Plantronics UC series or sometime Jabra, however with the 980 Cisco Headsets we did switch to have all in one unified ecosystem as we do use Webex app, meetings and devices. With the 900 series they do stand out in the …
Chose Cisco Headsets
We selected Cisco headsets because of our long-term existing partnership with Cisco, something we value. But that being said, there are competitor headsets that I've seen at the same price that offer far more functionality, which I guess could be improved in the Cisco headsets.
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In comparison to the other products evaluated, the overall administrative and end user experience of the Cisco Headsets is superior. Cisco Headsets are built for use not exclusively, but with intention, on being used in conjunction with Cisco desk phones or applications. I have …
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They are the best in the market. Cisco devices have been leading in the market with their quality and design for years.
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Cisco Headsets provide a very seamless experience for day-to-day communication with their high-quality sound, customization, and comfort compared to Zabra. In my company, we use different Cisco tools for communication so their integration with Cisco Headsets provides additional …
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Cisco products are better quality, also integrates with the platforms. Also offers a big model range to choose from.
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I've used Plantronics headsets in the past. The Cisco 700 blows it away with call/voice clarity, range, battery, and ease of connection.
Chose Cisco Headsets
Because these products were bought in bulk, I assume by the thousands, we did not have a chance to evaluate other options.
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I searched alot through the google and I read alot of reviews for this product. At the end I decided to buy this type of headset becuase of the good reviews. Also the pros of this product won the cons of that and honestly it was a right choice of mine.
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Cisco Headset 700 Series has exceptional sound quality, the other headphones were good as well but of course price matters and nothing compared to Cisco Headset 700 Series.
Chose Cisco Headsets
It is wireless and provides mobilization, long talk time is very good, and filters out external sound well, while in other headphones the ambient sound can go to the distant person we are talking to, 700 is very good in this regard.
Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
Didn't have any experience with other product lines as our company was a user and a fan of the Cisco Webex platform so didn't bother to go to any other competition. Webex provided us with all that was required to fulfill our business needs while maintaining high end.
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
We tried out different other products from other vendors, but we where not satisfied with the use of them in daily business. It has a good size
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
I selected DX80 because I use it in a variety of environments at the office, in a home office, in shared workspaces, or in shared quiet rooms. With built-in wireless connectivity, set-up is quick and easy no matter where you work. Cisco Webex DX Series is ideal for everyone who …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
still a smaller and personal solution and the only one out there suitable for home office and/or business desk. Other systems require multiple parts/accessories where you have to "build" your system (ie: monitor, camera, speaker/mic, etc.) where the DX80 is an all-in-one …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
The Cisco Webex DX80 is a convenient app that can serve as both a video communications system and an additional display. Having the capacity to communicate via Webex is another significant advantage to have. As time goes on, I am invited to participate in more and more Webex …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
If you're looking for a next-generation set of video endpoints that can manage higher load and have the compute/CPU/memory to handle feature upgrades that match Cisco's newest improvements in order to keep this product line competitive, Cisco Webex Desk Pro is for you.
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
Both Webex Meetings and Cisco Webex DX80 are a tool for virtual meetings with videoconferencing. However, we like the Cisco Webex DX80 better to keep it fixed in small and medium meeting rooms. It is a piece of equipment that is used by me and everyone in the IT department for …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
Desk Pros are the next-gen set of video endpoints that are built with the right set of hardware configuration, capable of handling more load, with enough compute/CPU/memory to handle feature upgrades that meet the latest advancements Cisco is making to make this product line …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
[Selected it for] cost. DX80 is much cheaper than Desk Pro.
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
[Cisco Webex] DX80 is providing an amazing experience for desk or closed booth scenario and no other product on market can provide this kind of experience in such scenarios
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
A huge upgrade from the built-in cameras/microphones/speakers on our laptops for sure. When the network/bandwidth is there to support it, the quality of the conversation is just about indistinguishable from a real-time conversation. Paired with the backend Webex Meetings …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
We didn't evaluate other products. None really existed that were compatible.
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
In the past, we had the EX60 which cost more and did not have Bluetooth or Wifi. I would recommend the DX80 over that. The other would be PC-based, such as Zoom or Teams.
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
I have not used other Cisco products like the DX80.
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
The Desk Pro is a superior product, but its high price diminishes the value.
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Cisco Webex Room Series
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We are traditionally a Cisco consulting shop and while we played with Zoom Phone we found that we cannot sustain the diversity of the endpoint devices especially for executives, VPs, and some senior managers and we didn't want to compromise on voice/video qualities and …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
Cisco Webex DX80 can be registered in the Webex cloud and can be used as a personal device. For each Webex Meeting that you host or you have been invited to, you can join with one button or by Webex Teams (future release). You can share your screen on it without cable with …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
We use the complete Cisco Webex portfolio of products to complement each other to ensure a very productive and efficient collaborative offering. All systems work very well together and in tandem with the Cisco infrastructure that we have within our company including …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
Cisco Webex DX80 is better if:
1. You use video conferencing a lot
2. A dedicated hardware is required or needed
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
Because we already decided on Webex, this was like a no brainer move. Once we got our hands on a unit and tested it out we were sold. They don't really have a competitor in the market when it comes to a desktop enabled conference device. So this unit stands alone and does a …
Chose Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued)
We have tried and still use some other solutions to help allow for different use cases and scalability as well as to experience what some of our other options are. We have standard monitors with Webcams, standard desk phones with and without cameras. We also use standard-issue …
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User Ratings
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Likelihood to Recommend
8.7
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Usability
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User Testimonials
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Likelihood to Recommend
When I am connecting with my clients, it's a fantastic product that helps a lot in building a connection over the call. Business meetings with various partners and clients have now become easier. If I work from Home or a remote location, only fair internet connectivity is required. The clarity in Voices and Mic is commendable. However, there are scenarios where businesses are static and do not need to connect with numerous international buyers and sellers; in such cases, there would be no requirement to use this product.
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Cisco Webex DX80 is best for office conferences or training rooms. Also a good choice for educational purposes like classrooms, training rooms, and healthcare facilities. Not a good choice for auditoriums I say. There are other and better options available in the market for that.
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Pros
  • Cancel the noise side of things. You can't hear anything in the background. I quite often talk really loud because I can't hear myself talking and it's comfortable. They are really comfortable. We've got the wireless ones and they just sit so comfortably on your head. Amazing.
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  • Successful image/video quality.
  • By adjusting the camera angle, transmitting the document image to both you and the other party in a readable way.
  • Can be used as a touch screen and also as a PC monitor.
  • Can be managed by Call Manager, TMS, VCS.
  • Easy and user-friendly.
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Cons
  • I am not sure why, but when I move my head sometimes it seems to pause whatever I am listening to. I cannot figure out why.
  • Easy Visible battery life.
  • My ears sometimes get really hot after using for over an hour straight.
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  • Lacking fancy features like background blurrying and MS Teams integration ( available on the desk pro device)
  • During setup the difference between registering the device as either s perdonal or room device wasn't clear untill I wasn't able to perform certain actions such as teansferring a meeting from mobile to dx80. I had to reset and re-register the device in room mode to get it to work as I expected.
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Likelihood to Renew
Way easier to set up and manage. no fiddling with knobs, dials, and silly things like a physical receiver lifter that breaks easily. sound and call quality is great, no issues using day to day. only thing is that the price is a premium, but for us its worth it for the advantages that come with the ecosystem.
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Usability
I have yet to find a use case where the 730 is not appropriate. The audio quality and active noise cancellation capabilities are excellent, and the portability puts it above many alternatives.
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In the workplace, Cisco Webex DX80 is ideal for group meetings. It's as simple as entering the room, dialing the destination number, and joining the video. It's simple and convenient. It offers an easy-to-use menu and user interface. My own opinion is that Cisco's usability is fantastic and I like it greatly. I encountered no issues.
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Reliability and Availability
I would give it a 10 but the ringing on the base after you answer makes it unbearable at times. You have to unplug the USB or turn off the Bluetooth to get it to stop.
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Performance
There is always room for improvement. There are times switching between devices can be slow, but for the most part, it works fine.
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Support Rating
Too expensive and too heavy and too uncomfortable. It just didn't deliver the experience that we thought we would get based on the price. I can get the same features, for cheaper, with a more comfortable headset from another vendor. So overall this one just never got put on the final list.
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I give top marks for Cisco Webex DX80 support. We have Cisco Smartnet and I can confirm that they are exceptional in answering and resolving doubts and problems with the device. On the phone, you are quickly answered and one of the Cisco experts solves your problem in your language.
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Implementation Rating
wish the firmware didn't take so long to install.
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Alternatives Considered
The fact you can manage the Cisco Headsets as devices in admin control hub is awesome. You can push firmware updates etc. Overall audio quality from Headset speakers and microphone are hands down better than other 3rd parties at this point. The price is a premium, but you get what you paid for, quality audio.
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The Cisco Webex DX80 is a convenient app that can serve as both a video communications system and an additional display. Having the capacity to communicate via Webex is another significant advantage to have. As time goes on, I am invited to participate in more and more Webex meetings, which is a platform for cooperation that is rather effective.
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Scalability
Seems like you would be able to install headsets across and entire company, so it is very scalable.
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Return on Investment
  • Durability and quality so less spending on replacing the product.
  • Helped me understand speakers words clearly with no voice breaks thus making me more reliable and professional, directly increasing my productivity and impacting business in a positive light.
  • Uniformity. Our organisation first pilot tested Cisco Headsets and soon we changed our other vendor because of its quality. So, now it's all Cisco.
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  • Ability to install in minutes so you can save time installing and configuring your DX80
  • Content sharing Feaure helps us to saving money and time
  • Whiteboard and annotation help us to use it more than an endpoint device for calls and video
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ScreenShots

Cisco Headsets Screenshots

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Cisco Webex DX80 (discontinued) Screenshots

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