Speaking of wireless earphones for sports, there are so many products on the market that promise outstanding sound quality and comfort. With years of using Bluetooth headsets for workouts and gyms while running, I know their reliability.
The most recent pair I got to use was the Wireless Sports Bone Conduction Earphone Bluetooth Headset from Jumia in Nigeria. This innovative headset is unusual because it does not feed directly into your ears, but it uses your cheekbones to create sounds.
At first, I was skeptical about the advertised bone conduction concept. But after 800 kilometers of walking with the headset over the past two months in different running paths, fitness clubs, gyms with treadmills and weight lifting, and cycling rooms, I can admit that I like the design and would not hesitate to recommend these headphones to any athlete or a physically active music lover.
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The Bluetooth 5.2 connections are as stable as rocks.
Different from regular headphones, the sound of bone conduction earphones actually vibrates the outside bones of the head and reaches the inner ears, while the wearer's eardrum remains open to the environment. This helps one notice other joggers on a trail or cars on the road.
Vibration dampening is still a significant issue with many bone conduction headsets, which is why they usually cannot provide clear sound. However, Bluetooth 5.2 technology ensures that this model supports high-speed and stable connections between your device and headphones without any interruption.
The included charging case, which conveniently fits in any bag and holds up to four full charges, extends the total playtime to about 15 hours before requiring another charge.
Touch controls are highly responsive.
Other generations of bone conduction earphones that I tried in the past had a problem where the controls would become unresponsive when the face skin was wet and sweating. However, the touch controls incorporated into this Wireless Sports model employ contact-sensitive elements that promptly react to slight finger touches.
Pressing on the left or right headphone pauses or plays my workout music without fail, regardless of whether I am jogging, cycling, or lifting weights. Multiple taps also enable efficient track change and volume control during the tap gestures on the fly. Even when my phone isn't nearby, touch controls on my fingers are helpful.
Breathability and support are good. Ideal for long hours of training
In the past, I have encountered issues with bone conduction headphones being able to sit firmly on the head. This Wireless Sports model's half-in-ear design utilizes detachable stabilizers that go around the top of your ears. Comfortable soft silicone pads rest on the points of the cheek bones, making stereo-audio transmission possible without exerting pressure that could cause discomfort after a while.
During the initial test runs, I managed to fine-tune the angles of the ear hooks and the ear gels into the headphones, so now that I have had multiple runs of over 2 hours, these headphones feel like they are almost not there. They never pinched or developed sensitive areas, which I prefer compared to completely closed-ear headphones. I also like that they let sounds in so as to make running near traffic safer.
Clear sound: Music comes alive in its true form.
Creating high-quality sound appears to be a difficult task for many inexpensive bone conduction headphones that I have reviewed before. However, this set employs several fundamental technologies to improve sound quality during music or phone calls.
First and foremost, the HD speakers incorporate better tri-drivers and enhanced diaphragms to produce acoustically clean stereo throughout the entire frequency spectrum. This enables me to capture even low bass rums and vocal harmonics that are clearly audible within songs without damping, as evident in most of the competitors.
After that, these earphones contain two microphones with noise-reduction filters built into them. During each call that I’ve taken or made mid-workout, the person on the other end can hear me quite clearly despite my heavy breathing, thanks to this noise cancellation technology. People described the presence of two microphones as making them hear me more clearly and naturally during the conversation.
Last but not least, IPX5 waterproofing protects the sensitive internal components from sweat or rain, whether I am sprinting in the scorching sun or caught in a shower, which is very frequent in Lagos. I have used them actively with no concern during rainy weather-like situations, and they handle music flow without freezing.
The concept of unbeatable value finally earns my endorsement.
Based on the innovative technology and top-notch materials used throughout these wireless bone conduction earphones designed for sports, I think that their current price of ₦14,307 is pretty much unbeatable. Most of those using older Bluetooth standards with no sophisticated audio features cost more.
This headset stands out in this price range thanks to its top-tier Bluetooth 4.2 chip, touch controls, Hi-Res audio drivers, dual microphones, and sweat-proof water resistance.
Of course, the leading audio manufacturers, such as Bose and JBL, have flagship bone conduction headphones with such cool features as internal memory or workout tracking. However, most of them cost more than the amount, making them expensive and therefore not considered viable purchases when on a tight budget.
Taking into account the relatively low price and the high quality of these wireless sports earphones, which outperform the competitors of a higher class, I can confidently state that I will continue recommending them both to friends who occasionally engage in sports activities and to people who are more serious about their health and fitness.
While there were not many negatives to consider, there are a few that are worth mentioning.
There were only two negative aspects of the tested product that I could come across, which I will describe below to provide maximum transparency to the buyers. However, neither of these issues is significant enough to be considered a deal-breaker, given the overall value of the product.
Firstly, the Bluetooth connectivity has a limited range of approximately 10 meters when out of range of the phone. Because of antenna enhancement, comparable TWS earbuds can reach up to 15 to 20 meters. However, the tradeoff enables these bone conduction headphones to last a whole day instead of just 4 to 5 hours per charge. I will be pleased to assume a position no farther than this distance from my phone, at the cost of having to charge it several times a day.
I would also like to inform those who frequently make one-plus-hour calls with connected headphones that the ear gels can become uncomfortable to wear for extended periods of time.
If you are the type of person who only occasionally takes a 2 to 5 minute call while listening to music, you should avoid rousing during high levels of physical exertion.
However, medium-length calls are preferable because long-term discomfort results from cheek bone contact with other protrusions.
Experience the freedom of sound like never before with our Wireless Sports Bone Conduction Earphones—where comfort meets cutting-edge technology for the ultimate workout companion!
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Thoughts for Conclusion: My New Favorite Sports Headphones
I have successfully tested these Wireless Bone Conduction Bluetooth Headphones for almost 500 miles within two months, and I can vouch that they meet all the specifications I hold dear for sports headphones.
It meets all the requirements outlined in the review: robust connectivity, smooth touch controls, ergonomic design for extended sessions even during workouts, clear audio for music listening across bass and treble ranges, and waterproof to withstand sweat and rain.
Considering all the benefits packed into one package at a much lower price than competitors, I am gladly putting my personal seal of approval on these groundbreaking earphones.
For buyers in search of headphones with a rich feature set that can filter outside sounds while keeping the adrenaline going with excellent music, these Wireless Sports Earphones are among the best for staying fit on runs, hikes, bikes, CrossFit, or Muscle Factory sessions, whether for leisure or professional athletes.