As for call quality, the Oasis's performance was mostly below average. Callers consistently noted a metallic sound to my voice, and on some occasions they had to strain to understand me. Overall, this robotic sound was tolerable for quick calls, they said, but annoying during longer conversations.

On my end, people's voices sounded clear enough some of the time, but I experienced some choppiness.

If you're sold on hook-based and you want to spend $80 or less for a unit with some bonus voice prompts and earbud accessories, put the Motorola Oasis on your list of potentials. Ultimately, though, I recommend you look elsewhere. Folks with tiny ear canals definitely need not apply.