Which is the Best Headset with the New Wipe? With the introduction of new headsets in Patch 0.15 of Escape From Tarkov, players now have more options than ever to enhance their auditory awareness and gain a tactical edge in raids. The great Gigabeef has once again provided a detailed breakdown of these headsets, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses, proving to be, as always, an invaluable asset to the EFT community.
Gigabeef has done it again!
The table below is created from the data collected by Gigabeef and presented in his highly informative YouTube video. If you haven’t seen it yet, I highly recommend watching it because, as always, it’s packed with valuable insights and fascinating tests. You can find the link at the end of the article.
I’ve added the last column with prices in thousands of Rubles to Gigabeef's data for your reference.
All measurements have been done while underweight.
Disclaimer: Flea Market prices are highly volatile and can change dramatically over time. The price evaluations in this article are based on flea market prices as of early September 2024.
Now, let's analyze this data and make some observations.
The Best High-Performance Headset: Comtac 6
The Comtac 6 is currently the best headset in the game, offering the highest noise reduction and sound amplification. This makes it ideal for detecting distant footsteps and subtle audio cues, providing a significant advantage in high-stakes environments. However, this headset comes with a steep price tag of 94k Roubles.
Strong Alternatives: RAC and Comtac 5
For those looking for high performance at a lower cost, the RAC (46k) and Comtac 5 (68k) headsets are excellent choices. They offer slightly less sensitivity than the Comtac 6 but still provide the same noise reduction.
The RAC, in particular, stands out because it is significantly cheaper than the Comtac 5. However, the RAC can only be used with certain helmets.
Additionally, there are special versions of the Comtac 5 and Comtac 6 designed specifically for EXFIL helmets. These versions maintain the great stats of their standard counterparts but are much cheaper (around 30k Rubles), possibly because they are more common in loot pools or because fewer players currently have access to EXFIL helmets early in the wipe.
Best Value for Money: Safariland Liberator
If you’re looking for the best value for your money, the Safariland Liberator is the top choice. It offers nearly identical stats to the Comtac 5, including effective noise reduction and sound amplification, but at a much lower price of 44k Roubles. This makes the Safariland Liberator the best option for players who want great performance without overspending.
The XCEL headset is also fairly well-balanced in terms of performance, but it is currently priced nearly the same as the Safariland Liberator and offers slightly worse stats. Given this, the Safariland is the better choice.
Overpriced Options: Comtac 4 and Sordin
The Comtac 4 has decent stats but falls short in terms of ambient noise reduction compared to other top-tier headsets. At 78k Roubles, it is considerably overpriced, likely due to its reputation from the last wipe when it was considered the best headset available. However, the Safariland Liberator now offers much better noise reduction and is over 30k Roubles cheaper, making it a more attractive option.
The Sordin headset is a favorite among some players, but it is one of the weakest in detecting slow walking sounds and has much poorer ambient noise reduction than other headsets in its price range. At 40k Roubles, there are better options available for those looking for both performance and affordability.
Budget Options: Tac Sport, Razor, and M32
The Tac Sport was once considered one of the best value options in the game. It is still a good choice for those looking to save some money, costing 33k Roubles. However, with the Safariland Liberator priced just 10k Roubles more and offering significantly better overall performance, players might want to consider investing a bit more for a substantial improvement.
The Razor headset could be the new go-to for budget players, priced around 22k Roubles. It provides decent performance for the price, but its detection range for normal walking sounds is one of the lowest, which could be a disadvantage in certain situations.
An alternative to the Razor for those looking to save even more is the M32 headset, which costs about 19k Roubles. It has similar performance across all metrics to the Razor but is even more affordable, making it a great choice for those on a tight budget.
Avoid Unless Necessary: Comtac 2 and GSSH
The Comtac 2 and GSSH headsets are generally not recommended unless you have specific needs, such as compatibility issues (e.g., the GSSH is the only headset that can be worn with the Ushanka hat in Patch 0.15) or are extremely low on funds. Their performance is subpar compared to other headsets, and there are much better options available for just a little more money.
Don’t forget to check out Gigabeef’s video and give it a thumbs up.
I also discovered another interesting video on this topic by SheefGG. While it’s less exhaustive, it showcases different tests in various conditions, and the results are quite interesting as well.
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