# The Headset App

> The #1 communication app for Football and Baseball. NFHS/UIL Compliant.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tenfourlabs.theheadsetapp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tenfourlabs.theheadsetapp)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.tenfourlabs.theheadsetapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** TenFour Labs
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 24,971
- **Rating:** 4.46 / 5 (130 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.983
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-17
- **First published:** 2023-05-04
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 68 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tenfourlabs.theheadsetapp)
- **Website:** [https://www.theheadsetapp.com](https://www.theheadsetapp.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/906627f3-6826-4462-8a4f-a07dbd3ae296](https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/906627f3-6826-4462-8a4f-a07dbd3ae296)

## Description

Ditch the bulky radios. The Headset App delivers encrypted, crystal-clear communication for your entire staff, whether you’re calling plays on a Friday night or signaling from the dugout. It’s NFHS, NCAA, and UIL compliant, offering secure sideline-to-booth communication at a fraction of traditional hardware costs.

Football coaches can connect 20+ staff on one channel using smartphones and Bluetooth headsets; baseball/softball crews can send signals directly to players’ watches or earpieces while reducing sign-stealing and speeding up play. Features include voice isolation, tap-to-speak, up to six secure channels, no hardware requirements, quick setup, encrypted security, ultra hi-res audio, and operation over Wi‑Fi or data (not RF).

## Rankings

- #396,576 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`
- `com.tenfourlabs.theheadsetapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users find the app smooth, easy to use, and functional during trial or initial phases. However, common issues include audio routing problems where sound defaults to the phone instead of the headset after joining channels, unreliable Bluetooth connectivity in certain environments, noise feedback in gyms, and concerns about high, unreasonably priced subscription costs.

### Pros

- App works well during trial periods and initial use
- Smooth and easy to use interface
- Useful functionality for users

### Cons

- Audio output switches from headset to phone upon joining channels, causing issues
- Bluetooth connectivity problems, especially in environments like dugouts
- Unreasonable pricing model, expensive per user per month rather than per team
- Noise feedback issues in gym environments

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tenfourlabs.theheadsetapp)