10 best wireless sports headphones

Listening to music during a workout increases stamina by 15%, American scientists found out. But the trouble is: ordinary headphones fall out of the ear at the slightest movement, the wires get tangled and restrict freedom of movement, and the ear cushions from ear cushions. Correct sports headphones please not only great sound, but also convenience during sports.

Sports headphones should be:

• wireless, so as not to hold down the movement of wires
• with a special ear clip, so that the ear cushions do not fall out and hold securely in the ear with active movements,
• with a stylish design that motivates sporting achievements,
• waterproof (ideally). Protection against moisture and dust significantly extends the service life of the device and allows them to be used even in rainy weather and under heavy loads (sweat is not terrible).

Consider the best wireless headphones for sports in three price ranges: budget, average and premium.

The best inexpensive wireless headphones for sports: a budget of up to 3,500 rubles.

The cost of budget headphones for sports is included in the interval up to 3500 rubles. The usual inexpensive, but high-quality headset can be bought cheaper, but special sports models participate in our top, to which more stringent requirements are imposed.

4 Xiaomi Mi Sport Bluetooth Headset

Aesthetic headset from a popular Chinese brand. These wireless headphones boast a long range of bluetooth - the manufacturer indicates 10 meters, but users in the reviews indicate higher values ​​up to 20 meters with obstacles.

There is water protection, five pairs of interchangeable ear cushions of different sizes and a neck cord. They are excellent for running and training in the gym - they are good in ears with the help of bows and provide good sound insulation. Build quality is good - nothing backlash, plastic is dense and pleasant to the touch. The sound is decent right from the box, and with the help of an equalizer it can be “sharpened” to the individual taste. The bass is not deep enough, but quite decent. Sound insulation is excellent when using the appropriate size of ear cushions. A weighty minus is a low-capacity battery that will require charging after three hours of work.

3 Koss BT190i

Brutal-looking sports headphones. Landing reliable - they do not fly off with active movements thanks to the horns. Communicate with a smartphone / tablet / laptop via Bluetooth, and keep the connection excellent - even a brick wall is not a hindrance. Management is simple and convenient - all buttons are easy to feel, in sight.

The model was appreciated at the Hi-Fi & High End Show 2017 exhibition - it was recognized as the best wireless headset. The sound is loud, juicy and bass, but only under one condition - the correct size of the ear cushions. The set comes the entire size range, so you will definitely find for yourself the optimal dimensions. The disadvantage is - a short time on a single charge (4 hours) and a long charging time.

2 Meizu EP52

Plug-in plugs that work through a Bluetooth connection. The design is a bezel of pleasant material that does not rub and perfectly proved itself among sports users. Magnetic mountings. Headphones do not fall out of the ears, sit tight, even when running and sharp turns of the head.

Music lovers have chosen this model because of the support of AptX codecs. In addition, in EP52 the sensitivity is 93dB, the impedance is 32 Ohms and the 10 mm membrane. The sound quality, expressive, with a pleasant aftertaste. Built-in 130 mAh battery withstands 8 hours of operation. Charging gadget for 2 hours. The microphone is good, but not perfect - in a noisy environment you can not talk calmly. The package bundle is rich - besides the headphones themselves and a set of interchangeable ear cushions there is a beautiful case. Bonus - control functionality with the ability to rewind songs (with a long press on the volume buttons).

1 Huawei AM61

This is a bluetooth headset with a microphone and water protection. There is an excellent sound insulation, so when jogging along a noisy street or during a workout in the gym, you do not need to increase the volume to the maximum. Ergonomics chic - the model is made specifically for athletes. The length of the laces is adjustable, the “plugs” are protected from falling out of the ear by fastening branches. Included are 4 sizes of ear cushions in various sizes. The control unit is conveniently located - switching tracks is easy and is accompanied by pleasant tactile sensations.

The sound quality is gorgeous and has significantly outgrown its price category. There is a high sensitivity of 96 dB, a wide range of reproducible frequencies, a dynamic driver and 32 Ohm impedance. The diameter of the membrane is 11 mm - low frequencies worked. The bass is also not bad, but for lovers of extremely heavy music there may be a lack of drive.

The best wireless headphones for mid-range sports

Headphones for sports from the "golden mean" belong to the price range from 3,500 to 7,000 rubles. They are distinguished by better sound quality, ergonomic design, thoughtful upgradeable software and high-quality assembly.

3 Elari NanoPods

The model consists of two mono headsets. This is the most convenient option for running and training in the gym - headphones do not fall out of the ear, do not rub, jump or hit the collarbone. Communication with the phone NanoPods holds tightly - disconnect is not observed. The settings are simple - Bluetooth 4.2 generation quickly communicates with the smartphone, there is no need for additional manipulations.

The sound is clear, loud, without interference. The bass is not bad, the bottoms and tops are also good. A good frequency range is from 20 to 20,000 Hz. The driver is standard, dynamic. The microphone does not cause delight, but it works well - the other person hears you, there are no unnecessary sounds. Among the shortcomings - there is a chance to run into a marriage, when one of the headphones interrupts the broadcast. Autonomy is also a weakness of the Chinese model. In active mode, they withstand 3.5 hours, and for a full charge you will have to wait 2 hours. But there is a cover for storage.

2 Samsung EO-BG950 U Flex

This is a conditionally wireless option that connects via bluetooth. A distinctive feature of the model from the Korean manufacturer is the presence of a vibration motor, which signals an incoming SMS or an incoming call. The design is surprisingly ergonomic - the rim is soft, the wire is of optimal length, sit firmly in the ears, there are magnets on the “droplets” for convenient folding. Unfortunately, the magnets have lost additional functionality - when connected, playback does not pause. It's not scary to fall asleep in these headphones - your ears will be fine and will not experience discomfort.

The sound feels like expensive and sleek. Soft, juicy and moderately bass - for lovers of heavier bass from the box will not be enough, but it is easily corrected by the equalizer. Noise isolation in order.The battery capacity is sufficient to ensure 10 hours of music playback. Bluetooth works perfectly - communication without interference, a large radius of action.

1 Monster iSport Achieve Wireless

The manufacturer has pleased sports audiophiles inexpensive model that is worthy to enter the top of the best headphones. This is a wireless bluetooth version with excellent ergonomics: elastic horns provide reliable fixation of the “ears” and do not cause discomfort even with prolonged use, ear cushions fit snugly and soundproof, and the minimum number of wires is not confused, but lies neatly in the neck area. The only nuance is the heavy control panel, which pulls the cord over.

The sound is so good that it surprises with elaboration and expressive melody. And the bass, and the bottoms, and the middle are good, the tops are a bit dulled - but in this price category this is more than normal. The “Monsters” microphone is good - the interlocutor hears well, there is no external noise. The manufacturer offers several colors to choose from - from basic black to bright lime.

The best wireless headphones for premium sports

Expensive headphones are marked by the price of 7,000 rubles and are distinguished by the presence of protection against water, high-quality deep and expressive sound, pleasant ergonomics and other "chips" that greatly simplify management and create a pleasant impression of using headphones.

3 JBL Reflect Fit

This model from the popular American manufacturer boasts a heart rate sensor - an important feature for athletes and those who have just taken the path of active pastime. The design assumes a neckband with a control panel on it and wires running from it, connecting with “plugs”. Includes three pairs of ear cushions and a cover, there is protection against water. Surprising range of reproducible frequencies - from 10 to 22000 Hz. The diameter of the membrane is small - 5.8 mm.

The battery capacity of 200 mAh supports the performance of headphones for 8 hours. Wireless communication is via Bluetooth 4.2 generation. Reflect Fit are designed specifically for sports and fit perfectly into the lives of active people. They fit perfectly in the ears, do not frighten with long wires and great weight. There are colors for every taste - black, blue, blue and juicy red.

2 Bose SoundSport Free

Model, devoid of wires completely. The connection between the headphones and the smartphone is provided via bluetooth. Special attention deserves the mount - in addition to light weight and tight “plugs”, the earpiece is fixed by special bows. It's nice that there is protection against water and three pairs of interchangeable ear cushions included with a case in the form of a good case.

In the reviews, users admire the bright detailed tops and bottoms, as well as good middle notes. The sound quality is at the level of decent wired models. The minus is manifested when listening to music in noisy places - sound insulation is incomplete here. The build quality is at a height - there is no backlash, gaps, blunting sounds when shaking. The American manufacturer decided to pamper users with a pleasant bass and a choice of colors - from classic to extravagant.

1 AfterShokz Trekz Air

This is an invoice wireless sports headset option. The design involves open ears - sound insulation is small, but the ears are “free” and they hear important environmental sounds. In this case, the body is designed so that even with prolonged use, the ears do not get tired, and the headphones themselves are not felt, and the music plays as if inside the head.The sound is natural, pleasant and full - you begin to evaluate the usual tracks in a different way and find new facets in them. It's all about bone transmission of sound - the technology is suitable even for hearing impaired people.

This is an ideal option for those who are looking for headphones that are weightless and invisible to their ears. For those who are engaged in jogging, cycling, workouts on the street, this is the best deal thanks to the false construction, allowing you to hear external sounds. The sound is not the same as in the channel models, but it is not worse at all.

Who is the best manufacturer of wireless sports headphones
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Apple

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Elari

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