If you drive for a living, two names come up again and again when you search for a trucker headset: the BlueParrott B450-XT, the long-time best seller, and the newer LDAS TH11. Both are single-ear Bluetooth headsets with a boom mic built for loud truck cabs. This guide compares them spec by spec, using BlueParrott's published specifications and ours, so you can pick the right one for how you drive.
Quick answer
Pick the LDAS TH11 if you want the longest battery life (up to 40 hours of talk time), faster charging and an IP55 rating at a lower price: $94 USD, shipped to the USA for $4.99 with duties prepaid.
Pick the BlueParrott B450-XT if you need the longest wireless range (up to 300 ft), a programmable button you can set for mute, speed dial or push-to-talk, or a headset your fleet already standardizes on.
LDAS TH11 vs BlueParrott B450-XT: specs side by side
| LDAS TH11 | BlueParrott B450-XT | |
|---|---|---|
| Talk time | Up to 40 hours | Up to 24 hours |
| Listening / standby | Up to 60 hours listening | 500+ hours standby |
| Noise cancellation | 96% AI noise-cancelling mic (factory-tested) | Blocks 96% of background noise (independently lab-verified) |
| Wireless range | Up to 70 m (about 230 ft) | Up to 300 ft |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | Bluetooth with NFC pairing |
| Durability rating | IP55 (dust and water jets) | IP54 (dust and splashes) |
| Buttons | Mute button and push-to-talk button (not programmable) | Programmable Parrott Button (mute, speed dial or push-to-talk) |
| Charging | USB-C, about 1.5 hours | USB-C, about 3 hours |
| Typical US price | $94 USD at ldas.ca, duties prepaid | Usually about $115–$150 at major US retailers |
BlueParrott specs are from blueparrott.com and BlueParrott datasheets. Prices change often; check current prices before you buy.
Battery life: the TH11's biggest advantage
The TH11 is rated for up to 40 hours of talk time, compared with up to 24 hours for the B450-XT, and it recharges in about half the time. For a long-haul driver who is on calls with dispatch, shippers and family through the day, that usually means charging every couple of days instead of every night.
Noise cancellation: both aim at loud cabs
Both headsets are built around the same goal: the person on the other end hears you, not the engine. BlueParrott's 96% figure is independently lab-verified. The TH11's 96% figure comes from our factory testing. In practice, both use a boom mic positioned close to your mouth, which is what matters most in a truck cab.
Range: the B450-XT goes a little farther
The B450-XT is rated for up to 300 ft and the TH11 for up to 70 m (about 230 ft). Both are well beyond what most drivers need to fuel up, check the load or walk into a shipper's office. The B450-XT only pulls ahead if you regularly walk across a big yard or warehouse while on a call.
Durability and buttons
The TH11 is rated IP55, one step above the B450-XT's IP54 for water: IP55 covers low-pressure water jets, IP54 covers splashes. Both are protected against dust. The B450-XT's programmable Parrott Button can be set for mute, speed dial or push-to-talk apps like Zello, which some fleets rely on. The TH11 has dedicated mute and push-to-talk buttons (not programmable) and connects to two devices at once.
Price and buying in the USA
The TH11 sells for $94 USD at ldas.ca and ships to US addresses for a flat $4.99. US orders ship with duties prepaid, so there are no surprise fees at delivery. The B450-XT is usually priced around $115–$150 at major US retailers, and often higher.
Which one should you buy?
Choose the LDAS TH11 if…
- You're on the phone most of the day and hate charging every night.
- You want IP55 protection and a lower price.
- You stay within about 230 ft of your phone.
Choose the BlueParrott B450-XT if…
- You regularly walk more than 230 ft from your phone while on a call.
- You need a button you can program for speed dial or other functions.
- Your company standardizes on BlueParrott.
FAQ
Is the LDAS TH11 a good alternative to BlueParrott?
For most drivers, yes. It offers longer talk time (40 vs 24 hours), faster charging and an IP55 rating at a lower price. BlueParrott still leads on maximum range and its programmable button.
Does the TH11 work with iPhone and Android?
Yes. It pairs over standard Bluetooth with iPhone, Android phones and most tablets, and can stay connected to two devices at once.
Do you ship the TH11 to the USA?
Yes. We ship from Canada to US addresses for a flat $4.99 USD, with duties prepaid.
Is it legal to wear a headset while driving a truck?
Rules differ by state and province, and many limit you to one ear. See our guide to headset laws for truckers in Canada and the USA.
Still comparing? Read LDAS TH11 vs EKSA H1, LDAS TH11 vs TECKNET, our Best Trucker Headsets 2026 guide, or browse all trucker Bluetooth headsets.
