When choosing headphones for sports, it is important to pay attention not only to the design and characteristics, but also to the method of fixation. They should not fall out during running and intense exercise. I have prepared a number of recommendations and have compiled a rating of the best models for 2019 based on customer reviews.
Xiaomi Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro 2
The rating is opened by wired earphones with PU and a microphone (for hands free communication) of the L-shaped "earbud" type. The mid-range model is designed for users who want to save even on accessories, but demanding sound quality. The body is durable, all-metal. The speakers are small-sized, with neodymium magnets and graphite composite membranes. Reproduces a range of 20-20,000 Hz. Sensitivity - 100 dB, low impedance - 32 Ohm. 1.25 m symmetrical wire retains flexibility at low temperatures. There is a standard 3.5 mm mini jack. The remote control can adjust the volume and change tracks.
Benefits:
- well made. Nice cable material;
- fit snugly, do not fall out when running;
- great microphone;
- soft ear pads;
- decent sound and sound insulation;
- low price.
Disadvantages:
- the size is large, and due to the angular shape they can rub (according to individual reviews);
- The metal case can damage the phone if carried together in a pocket or bag;
- the bass is somewhat blurred.
Xiaomi Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro2 for 1,700 rubles has excellent characteristics, a fairly decent volume regardless of the power of the source. Reproduces a smaller frequency range than the Koss Sporta Pro, but within normal limits. There is a microphone, unlike the Koss Sporta Pro, which provides good call quality. 90% of buyers are satisfied with their work.
Koss Sporta Pro
On-ear headphones with a specific shape, which, according to the manufacturer, provides deep bass. The headband can be worn on the head or behind the back of the head. The set includes a case, headphones with a folding design. Kevlar thread is laid inside the cable. The manufacturer claims a special design "for deep bass". They reproduce a wider frequency range than Xiaomi Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro2 - 15-25000 Hz, have a higher sensitivity - 103 dB. They can be connected to 3.5 mm and 6.35 mm connectors. The impedance is higher (60 ohms), but thanks to the low harmonic distortion (0.2%), they provide clear, beautiful sound. Wire length - 1.2 m.
Benefits:
- comfortable, lightweight;
- sit well, do not press, fit snugly to the ears;
- comfortable sound: soft, clean, deep, without extraneous noise;
- durable rein, does not change characteristics in cold weather.
Disadvantages:
- do not always fold themselves when removed from the head;
- the wire, according to buyers, is "flimsy". There are isolated complaints that after a year of operation, the wire began to crawl out of the speaker, and then the contact disappeared;
- foam pads wear out after six months of daily use;
- to connect to a computer, the wire is short.
Koss Sporta Pro headphones for 2200 rubles provide excellent audibility even in noisy places. Convenience is added by two positions of the headband. There is a similar model with similar characteristics for 2900 rubles, but with a different design.Both models differ from Xiaomi Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro2 with a foldable design, a case and a large frequency range, albeit with a high impedance. 92% of buyers rate reliability and convenience highly.
Xiaomi Redmi AirDots
Wireless Bluetooth headphones with microphone covering the frequency range 20-20,000 Hz. They function within a radius of 10 m from the source. The impedance is lower than the Koss Sporta Pro - 32 ohms. The membrane is smaller than that of the HUAWEI AM61 Sport Lite - 7.2 mm. It differs from the rating models by a coating with protection against water ingress and accidental pressing. The earbuds are powered by a 40 mAh battery, which is enough for 4 hours of continuous operation. When connected to a built-in battery (300 mAh), the operating time increases to 12 hours. Charges 90 minutes. There are buttons for calling the voice assistant. Dialing is possible by voice commands. Connects to Hands free, A2DP, AVRCP, Headset. The set includes a case, a case, three pairs of interchangeable ear pads.
Benefits:
- beautiful;
- lightweight, compact;
- sit well, do not press, do not rub;
- good sounding, intelligible bass;
- ease of management;
- the battery provides long-term operation;
- small case and case, convenient to carry.
Disadvantages:
- may fall out with long wear;
- there are connection problems (for example, only one of them is connected). Most often occur when changing the source (phone, PC);
- sometimes it is difficult to synchronize the left and right headphones;
- it is not very convenient to press the buttons when the headphones are already inserted.
Xiaomi Redmi AirDots for 2790 rubles are great for sports due to their small size, moisture protection, convenient placement and lack of wires. Excellent sound quality, good noise isolation. Unlike HUAWEI AM61 Sport Lite, they provide a lock against accidental pressing. A model with a less capacious battery. 80% of buyers recommend these headphones.
HUAWEI AM61 Sport Lite
The characteristics are similar to Xiaomi Redmi AirDots. They are distinguished by a capacious battery (Li-Ion, 135 mAh) and a long battery life - 11 hours. Charging takes 2 hours. They have a larger membrane diameter - 11 mm, LED indication. Blocked from moisture. Unlike Xiaomi, they do not provide for voice search, but have the function of repeating the last number. The set includes three spare pairs of ear pads, a case, a neck lanyard.
Benefits:
- comfortable, do not rub;
- connect well to phone, PC. Work without losing connection;
- sound quality is high;
- the charge lasts for a long time;
- quality materials.
Disadvantage:
- insufficient sound insulation.
The price of the HUAWEI AM61 Sport Lite is 2990 rubles. Good sound, thanks to the necklace, it will not fall out and will not get lost while running. Lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL Endurance SPRINT. 88% of buyers praised ergonomics and quality.
JBL Endurance SPRINT
Model with an earhook in a wide range of shades. There are magnets that fix the headphones on the neck in an inoperative position. Unlike HUAWEI AM61 Sport Lite, they have touch controls. They are equipped with a microphone, but there is no voice search, as in Xiaomi Redmi AirDots. The capacity of the built-in Li-Pol battery lasts for 8 hours of operation, and charging takes 2 hours. Protected from moisture. The set includes 3 pairs of interchangeable ear pads. Very low impedance of 16 ohms.
Benefits:
- good sound, decent bass;
- 10 minutes of charging provides one hour of operation;
- catches the signal well, including through walls;
- rubberized construction, protection from rain, moisture.
Disadvantages:
- the touch button is very sensitive to foreign objects. Even if you just hang around your neck, they will switch because of the touch on the skin;
- high frequencies can "bully", you need to adjust the equalizer;
- no storage case;
- the call quality is not very good (microphone).
JBL Endurance SPRINT for 3200 rubles provide passive noise isolation and decent sound quality. 74% of buyers are satisfied with the quality. Scores are downgraded due to lack of carrying case and touch controls. Ease of use when running was separately noted - they do not fall out due to high-quality fastening.
Samsung EO-BG950 U Flex
In-ear Bluetooth headphones with flexible neckband.Provides balanced and detailed sounding of low and high frequency sounds. Autonomous work longer than JBL Endurance SPRINT - 10 hours (Li-Ion battery). The peculiarity of the model is in Scalable Audio technology. It checks the wireless connection and selects the best sound transmission method. Works with Samsung Level app, optimized for Samsung smartphones. The set includes replaceable ear pads (3), have a folding design.
Benefits:
- good sound, well balanced;
- sensitive microphone;
- simple settings, convenient control;
- stable connection;
- work for a long time without recharging.
Disadvantages:
- the headphones are connected by a long wire. If you take them out of your ears, they dangle to the waist;
- mediocre soundproofing;
- the buttons are not tactilely pronounced (hard to find). You need to get used to switching;
- the ear pads are not very pleasant, they rustle in the ear.
Samsung EO-BG950 U Flex for 3800 rubles provide high quality sound. If you haven't used a neckband before, it will take some getting used to. Comfortable, well fixed, but many people note that the wires are too long - they cling to clothes, hang. The battery lasts almost twice as long on a single charge as the Sennheiser CX 6.00BT. 83% of buyers recommend these headphones.
Sennheiser CX 6.00BT
Closed-back headphones with excellent noise isolation. They reproduce a wider frequency range than Honor FlyPods Youth Edition - 17-21000 Hz. Thanks to the low harmonic distortion (0.5%), the sound is clean and beautiful. The Li-Pol battery provides 6 hours of operation. Connected with a neck cord. They have the largest number of pairs of spare ear pads in the kit among the models considered in the review - 4.
Benefits:
- smooth clean sound;
- good sound insulation;
- fast connection;
- the ability to activate the voice assistant on the phone from the control panel;
- the cable does not harden in cold weather.
Disadvantages:
- poor sound at high frequencies;
- the battery freezes in cold weather. At subzero temperatures, its charge lasts for an hour or less;
- no storage cover;
- the modules are heavy, pull together when one of them is fixed or when freely worn on the neck;
- microphone is weak.
Sennheiser CX 6.00BT for 4900 rubles function perfectly, transmit clean, smooth sound in a wide range. Although some buyers note a sharp sound at high frequencies. The battery is not suitable for low temperature operation. Lasts longer than Honor FlyPods Youth Edition. Due to several cases of breakdowns and a number of shortcomings, only 76% recommend buying.
Honor FlyPods Youth Edition
They differ from earlier FlyPods models by the presence of two microphones in each earphone. They receive a signal within a radius of 10 m. They have a mediocre Li-Ion battery with a capacity of 45 mAh, which ensures functioning for only 3 hours. But when working in a case (300 mAh), the time increases to 12 hours. Charges for 2 hours. There is a voice dialing. Protected against moisture ingress. Automatically connected when removed from the box. Comes with a convenient case and three replaceable ear pads.
Benefits:
- Beautiful design;
- they are conveniently fixed, do not fall out with sudden movements;
- high-quality material, pleasant to the touch;
- the sound is good, the bass is juicy;
- reliable connection, no communication failure;
- when the earphone is pulled out, playback is stopped;
- microphone functions well;
- convenient storage in a case.
Disadvantages:
- tracks are switched only through the assistant;
- charge indication on the case is uninformative;
- the sound in the left earpiece is quieter than in the right.
Honor FlyPods Youth Edition for 6,700 rubles better reproduce mid and low frequencies than high frequencies (there are slight interference). They have the "chips" of expensive models: voice assistant, stop when removing the earpiece. But many buyers are unhappy with the management. The weaker battery delivers less runtime than Apple AirPods 2 and Sennheiser CX 6.00BT. 79% of buyers are satisfied with their work.
Apple AirPods 2
Unlike the first model of the manufacturer, the headphones are equipped with an H1 processor, which provides 50% better autonomy. Lasts longer than Honor FlyPods Youth Edition - 5 hours (24 hours in case).You can activate the assistant by voice (Siri). They turn on automatically, establish a connection themselves after removing from the case. If the headphones are removed, playback stops. The microphone is very sensitive, digital noise reduction technology is used to better "capture" the voice. The Bluetooth transmitter establishes communication with the source at a distance of up to 45 m. Depending on the modification, it can be equipped with a charging case.
Benefits:
- excellent sound quality;
- quickly mate with an iPhone;
- fit well in the ears. Pressures nothing. Can be worn for a long time without discomfort. They hold well even with intense movements;
- the microphone provides excellent communication;
- fast charging;
- small size of the case. Convenient to carry.
Disadvantages:
- Siri doesn't always respond;
- the case is fragile. Using without a cover leads to scratches, abrasions;
- there is no sound insulation, which is understandable for the "inserts";
- individual users consider the sound imperfect;
- high price.
The price of Apple AirPods 2 is 14 thousand rubles. High-quality convenient development of a well-known brand, providing excellent sound and reliable connection. But the charge holds less than the Beats Powerbeats Pro. 86% of buyers gave the highest ratings in reviews for usability, sound and build quality.
Beats Powerbeats Pro
Like the Apple AirPods 2, they are equipped with an H1 chip, which allows you to use the Siri voice assistant. Designed to fit over the ear for a comfortable and secure fit. Autonomous work longer than Apple AirPods 2-9 hours (from the battery in the case - 24 hours). Equipped with a cover, replaceable ear pads. The position sensor turns off the music when you take out the headphones. Sweat protection provided.
Benefits:
- sit comfortably. The temples can be adjusted to fit your ears so that nothing crushes;
- reliable fixation. When playing sports, they do not interfere, do not fall out;
- ergonomic adjustment buttons;
- clear high-quality sound;
- strong body;
- communication through the microphone is of high quality, without extraneous noise.
Disadvantages:
- the multifunction key is too sensitive. Accidental clicks are possible;
- difficulties in obtaining information about the charge;
- the case is not very convenient to carry with you because of the size;
- insulation is mediocre.
The price of Beats Powerbeats Pro is 18,900 rubles. They reproduce sound cleanly, pleasantly, without resonance. The build quality and rather long battery life are noted separately. But there are problems with displaying the charge level: it is not easy to find out. If you accidentally throw off the Bluetooth settings, and you don't have the box with you, you won't be able to listen to music. The main drawback noted by most users is the large case. Given the high price, only 79% of buyers recommend buying them.
