Swimming pool headphones are not a very common gadget in our country. But there are people, athletes and others who would like to purchase waterproof headphones. For them I have compiled the TOP 10 of the best swimming headphones. The bulk of them are earplugs with or without additional mounts. All of them are suitable for sports and swimming in the pool. Most models have IPX7 protection against water - you can dive to a depth of 1m for up to 30 minutes, and some IPX8 have protection against dives of more than 1m for the time specified by the manufacturer. 2019 wireless waterproof earbuds rating based on price / performance ratio, customer reviews and expert opinion.
JBL Endurance SPRINT
In-ear bluetooth headphones with a microphone, the reliability of which is guaranteed by the ear hook and TwistLock technology, must be inserted into the ear and cranked. Comfort is provided by the use of special FlexSoft material for the ear cushions. For easy storage, magnets are provided in the arms of the mount. Speaker diameter - 10 mm, reproducible frequency range - 20-20,000 Hz, impedance - 16 Ohm and Bluetooth version 4.2.
The sound is good, but the high frequencies are not ideal - it is solved by selecting the equalizer settings. Battery life - up to 8 hours. The built-in battery will take 2 hours to charge. Price - 2990 rubles.
Pros:
- price;
- design;
- good sound;
- built-in microphone;
- autonomy;
- good sound insulation;
- ergonomics;
- protection against water IPX7;
- stable connection.
Minuses:
- the touch control panel is too sensitive (reacts to moisture ingress);
- the sound fades when water enters the ears;
- lack of a cover for storage and transportation;
- short wire between headphones;
- cannot be used as a headset. If there is a pause for more than 5 minutes while playing music, the headphones are turned off;
- weak microphone.
Good earmuffs with moisture protection. The best for sports in the budget segment. You can get used to a sensitive sensor over time. If you need to save money, feel free to purchase this model. If sound quality and extras are important, consider the more expensive Jabra SPORT or Sony NW-WS625.
Mifo o5
They differ from the JBL Endurance SPRINT in the absence of earpieces and a wire between the headphones. When used, this does not cause significant inconvenience. They have a higher impedance - 32 Ohm, when used with mobile devices, they can sound quieter. The battery life is 8 hours, but the kit comes with a 2600 mAh charging case - enough for several dozen charging cycles (up to 100 hours of battery life). The set includes 7 pairs of interchangeable ear pads. Connection - via Bluetooth v 5.0, range - up to 20 meters. Price - 5 thousand rubles.
Pros:
- design;
- ergonomics;
- complete set (7 pairs of ear pads + charging case);
- good sound;
- decent soundproofing;
- built-in microphone;
- autonomy;
- Bluetooth v 5.0;
- radius of action - 20 meters;
- stable connection;
- protection against water IP67;
- the ability to use one earphone.
Minuses:
- no Aptx;
- non-critical audio delay in games and video;
- weak microphone;
- lack of additional fasteners;
- small buttons;
- there is no indication of the remaining charge of the case;
- third-party ear pads do not fit into the case;
- sometimes after an incoming call, they may not automatically connect to the smartphone;
- small volume reserve.
Like the JBL Endurance SPRINT, they are difficult to control. Only if in the first the touch buttons are too sensitive, then here, on the contrary, you need to make an effort to press the small hard mechanical buttons. The advantages are a charging case, a large number of replaceable ear pads, Bluetooth v 5.0 and leadership in terms of autonomy. Sound quality is good. If this criterion is not important to you, you can save money and take JBL Endurance SPRINT. Mifo O5 will appeal to connoisseurs of battery life. The model is recommended by 88% of Yandex. Market.
Plantronics BackBeat FIT
The rating differs from the two previous models in the type of fastening (nape with a reflective coating) - this is an advantage for fans of evening jogging. Compared to budget competitors, it has a smaller frequency range (50–20,000 Hz). This does not significantly affect the sound quality, it is good. The model was introduced in 2014, so it uses the less energy efficient Bluetooth v 3.0. But the autonomy of work is comparable to the previous participants in the rating. This is partly facilitated by the energy-saving DeepSleep mode, which is activated outside the range of the connected device. The headphones support Multipoint. Price - 5800 rubles.
Pros:
- good quality materials and workmanship;
- reflective coating of the body;
- lightweight, compact;
- good sound;
- noise suppression;
- forearm phone case included;
- protection against water IP57;
- convenient mechanical control;
- voice notifications (residual battery level, connection to the phone);
- Multipoint.
Minuses:
- small phone case included (5-inch smartphone won't fit);
- occipital arch without length regulator;
- Bluetooth v 3.0;
- weak microphone;
- the mount clings to the collar of a shirt, jacket, other clothing;
- very hard earbuds;
- small volume reserve;
- inconvenient volume control;
- does not support Aptx.
At one time it was one of the best models in terms of price / quality ratio. Taking into account the irrelevant version of Bluetooth, the lack of Aptx support, I think the price tag is somewhat overstated. But there is still a demand for these headphones, their reliability has been tested by thousands of users. As a worthy model of the mid-price segment, they can be recommended for purchase with an eye to comparison with more modern models.
Elari NanoPods Sport
In terms of technical characteristics and form factor, they are comparable to Mifo O5. At the same time, users have complaints about the stability of the connection of this model. And with autonomy it is not all right - 3.5 hours of work from the built-in battery and up to 8.5 - from the charging case included. Saves good sound for this type of headphones. Price - 6700 rubles.
Pros:
- good sound;
- compactness;
- charging case - included;
- protection against water IP67;
- Bluetooth v 5.0.
Minuses:
- quality of ear pads;
- case build quality;
- when putting the headphones in the case to charge them, you need to press the small button;
- small battery capacity in the case;
- microphone quality;
- the right earbud shrinks faster;
- connection quality;
- no track switching button;
- the bright LED cannot be turned off.
Excellent headphones for music lovers. The minus is the quality of the connection: they do not tolerate obstacles on the way to the paired device. Better to save and buy Mifo O5. Their sound quality is slightly worse, but the connection is stable, and the battery life is several times longer.
JBL Endurance PEAK
Headphones with increased frequency range (16-22000 Hz). Resistance - 16 ohms. Suitable for smartphones and small acoustic devices. They are securely fixed in the auricle thanks to the ear hook and proprietary TwistLock & FlexSoft technologies. Bluetooth 4.2 is used to connect to devices. Work on a single battery charge - up to 4.5 hours. The kit includes a charging case that extends the life of the headphones up to 28 hours. Price - 8100 rubles.
Pros:
- comfortable;
- good fastening;
- touch control;
- charging case included;
- moisture protection IPx7;
- quality of materials and workmanship.
Minuses:
- small volume reserve;
- weak microphone;
- automatic shutdown after 5 minutes of no sound playback. Cannot be used as a headset;
- mediocre sound.
JBL Endurance PEAK is not the best model of the manufacturer. But it is bought by those who use headphones during sports due to the ideal fit in the ears. Whether they are worth that much money or not, you decide.
Plantronics BackBeat FIT 3100
The earbuds are comfortable for outdoor workouts: you can hear the surrounding sounds, ensuring safety. Mount type - "on the ear". Autonomy of work - 5 hours from the battery and up to 10 hours - from the charging case. There is a quick charge function: 15 minutes gives an hour of work. The sound is not perfect, without pronounced lows, but tolerable for this type of headphones. Price - 8300 rubles.
Pros:
- ergonomics and comfort;
- waterproofness;
- simple control;
- charging case included;
- touch control;
- Bluetooth 5.0.
Minuses:
- one earbud is discharged faster than the other;
- unstable connection;
- the sound in the left earpiece disappears;
- inconvenient volume control;
- small volume reserve;
- small battery volume in the case;
- weak microphone;
- the charging case beeps during operation.
Headphones are popular for their comfort and good fit in the ears. In terms of autonomy and sound quality, they are inferior to many competitors. You can save money and take Mifo O5.
Jabra SPORT
Headphones with additional functionality for running. From the free Endomondo Sports Tracker app, you can get information about the distance you have run, speed and lap time. There is FM radio, voice dialing. Can connect to multiple devices at the same time. They are IP67 waterproof. Price - 8900 rubles.
Pros:
- lungs;
- advanced functionality;
- Multipoint;
- moisture protection.
Minuses:
- overpriced;
- Bluetooth 3.0;
- low battery life compared to competitors;
- unstable connection;
- no cover included;
- small volume reserve;
- mediocre sound;
- weak radio signal;
- microphone quality.
Jabra is a manufacturer that has established itself well in this niche. Jabra SPORT is one of the few rated headphones with additional functionality and the ability to use it without third-party devices (listening to the radio). The sound quality cannot be called excellent, and there are problems with communication via Bluetooth 3.0, so whether to pay more for additional functions is up to you. I recommend saving money and choosing any of the models described in the rating, or paying extra for the premium segment headphones.
JBL REFLECT FLOW
Fully wireless miniature earplugs without additional mounts. At the same time, they sit perfectly in the ears and give out sound that Yandex. The market was rated at 4.7 points (the highest result of all the models presented in the rating). Designed in black and blue. Moisture protection - IPX7. Modern Bluetooth v 5.0. Built-in 110 mAh battery and 850 mAh charging case are included. Up to 20 hours of continuous work. From the interesting - the proprietary TalkThru option. A touch of the Ambient Aware button lowers the volume level to a level comfortable for hearing what is happening around you. When you meet, you can chat with friends without taking the headphones out of your ears. Price - 9500 rubles.
Pros:
- compactness;
- great sound;
- connection stability;
- good microphone;
- Bluetooth v 5.0;
- autonomy;
- moisture protection;
- TalkThru function.
Minuses:
- price;
- small volume reserve;
- no volume control on the headphones themselves;
- no Multipoint;
- the charging case is large, heavy.
Headphones are champions in sound quality and built-in microphone, they can already be used without fear as a headset. If you think this model is expensive, I recommend Elari NanoPods Sport or Mifo O5
Sony NW-WS625
A full-fledged mp-3 player in the form of famous brand headphones. Listen to your favorite music without additional devices. 16 GB of internal memory. The set includes a control panel. You can use them together with other devices within a radius of 10 meters via Bluetooth v 4.0.There is an NFS chip for quick pairing with other devices. Compared to the previous models, the ratings are IPx68 waterproof, that is, they are able to endure submersion to a depth of 2 meters for 30 minutes. Price - 11,990 rubles.
Pros:
- ergonomics;
- build quality;
- autonomy;
- fast charging;
- decent sound;
- moisture protection IPx68;
- remote control, put on a finger;
- connection stability.
Minuses:
- price;
- sound lags behind when watching a video;
- there is no synchronization with the proprietary application, it is not easy to select a track from the internal memory;
- the sound becomes muffled when water gets in.
Great idea for sports on land and in water. Real water resistant, good sound and built-in waterproof MP-3 player - no need for a smartphone anymore. The price, of course, is high, but you buy 2 devices at once and extend the battery life of your smartphone. In my opinion, a great offer. For comparison, I included another similar device in the rating.
AfterShokz Xtrainerz
On-ear, closed-back headphones with titanium frame for swimmers. Able to play music without using a smartphone or player. For storing audio files, 4 GB are allocated - four times less than the Sony NW-WS625. This model is inferior in autonomy (8 hours versus 10). The set includes silicone tips and a case / cover. According to the manufacturer, the model uses the technology of sound transmission through piezo sensors to the bone tissue of the skull. This provides comfort and removes the feeling of isolation from the outside world while listening. Price - 12,900 rubles.
Pros:
- ergonomics;
- assembly materials;
- a special way of transmitting sound;
- soundproofing;
- moisture protection IPx68;
- connection stability.
Minuses:
- price;
- little internal memory.
The model is just entering the market. I was able to find only a few reviews on the use of these headphones. Time will give them a fair assessment, but it is innovative and interesting. If you have funds, I recommend trying.
