Plantronics GameCom X10 for Xbox

Pros: Very comfortable, easy to use, has other uses

Cons: Chord is too short, does not include an Xbox Live Communicator

The Bottom Line: If you need to replace your Microsoft brand headset, this one is far superior.

Review: I have a beagle puppy named Lucy who just loves the headset for my Xbox. A few weeks ago, she got loose in the house while my wife and I were gone, and she spent her time obliterating my Microsoft brand Xbox headset into about two dozen different pieces. ...

Pros: Comfortable, durable

Cons: Need Xbox Live Communicator (sold separately)

The Bottom Line: Plantronics X10 is a great replacement mic.

Review: I have some bad luck when it comes to the Microsoft brand headsets. After three months of use, the plastic clip that holds the microphone broke, and a second headset also gave out on me. Fed up with Microsoft’s offerings, I opted for the Plantronics ...