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How to Choose a Bluetooth Headphone?

Sep 07,2023 | David

The Bluetooth headphone has become in a short time a very popular audio accessory because of the listening comfort it guarantees. Finding the right Bluetooth headphone can transform anyone's listening experience.

 

The biggest advantage of Bluetooth headphones is their comfort. The wireless headphones give us freedom of movement without being constrained by a cable, allowing us to take our music with us wherever we go. Another advantage is that they are pretty cool, and that's an emotional and subjective aspect.The biggest drawback is the battery life. Battery life is a key factor in determining the price of a headset. Another disadvantage is that Bluetooth audio is by definition compressed audio: data is sent digitally from our mobile phone or tablet to our headphones, so the information has a lower resolution. If we add to this Bluetooth compression a low-quality mp3, the result will be of pitiful quality. But don't be discouraged. Bluetooth headset technology is making real progress in terms of connectivity. Wireless data transmission to our headsets is improving at lightning speed.

 

There are many models currently on the market, and they all have something slightly different to offer. To find the best Bluetooth headphone for you, here are the main criteria you need to pay attention to.

 

1.Pay attention to the format:

Not all headphones are the same, they differ in size, weight and format. The most popular formats are over-ear and in-ear. As their name suggests quite easily, over-ear headphones are those whose pads rest directly on the ears. Over-ear headphones, on the other hand, are those in which the pads completely envelop the ear. Over-ear headphones are lighter and more compact, over-ear headphones are heavier but provide better isolation from external noise.

 

The headphones are therefore divided into closed, semi-open and open. Closed headphones provide the greatest degree of isolation from ambient noise but can be uncomfortable after prolonged use, while open and semi-open headphones are more comfortable and offer a more "spacious" sound but isolate less from outside noise.

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2.Audio and virtual surround channels:

The headphones can support two or more audio channels. The most common are stereo: they have two speakers (one for the left channel and one for the right channel) and are mainly dedicated to music reproduction.

 

However, there are also headphones suitable for gaming and watching movies that include a feature called virtual surround. In case you have never heard of it, it is nothing more than the software emulation of the audio channel 5.1, 7.1 or 9.1 , in order to ensure a sound more "spacious" than that offered by conventional stereo headphones. All this while always using two speakers.

 

There are also real 5.1 or 7.1 headphones, which include four and five speakers per ear respectively, but they are decidedly expensive and rarer to find than the virtual ones, which in some cases manage to do a very good job without having exorbitant prices like the real ones .

 

3. Charging

Wireless headphones can support different generations of Bluetooth. Without going into unnecessary technical details, it can be said that headphones that support the latest version of the Bluetooth standard are better, as they consume less power and guarantee fewer problems related to interference with other wireless signals.

 

It's also worth noting that headphones equipped with multi-touch support can be combined with two or more devices at the same time.

 

4. The usage range of Bluetooth headphone

The range of Bluetooth headphones is almost always about ten meters. To be sure, check the specifications of the headphones you want to buy, but the supported distances should be those.

 

Regardless, headphones that support the latest generations of Bluetooth usually offer a greater range.

 

5. Support NFC and Apple W1/H1

Bluetooth headphones can have chips that make it easy to pair with devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers.

 

For example, headphones equipped with NFC chips can be combined with smartphones and tablets with simple physical contact (if they are also equipped with NFC).

 

Headphones equipped with Apple W1 or Apple H1 chips, such as those of the Beats brand, however, allow instant pairing with iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV and automatic synchronization with all devices connected to your Apple ID. This means that the headphones, when paired with an iPhone or iPad, are then immediately available on Macs and other Apple devices associated with the same user ID. All without having to perform any other pairing operations.

 

What are the differences between W1 and H1? In reality they are not very numerous: Apple H1 is more modern and claims superior performance in pairing even if not obvious in common use and a much higher autonomy especially in calls. In addition, with the new chip, it is possible to recall Siri using only the voice by saying "Hey Siri". At the moment, however, there are no headphones on the market with the H1 chip, but only with the W1.

 

6. Battery life

All Bluetooth headphones are battery operated, so before buying a pair, check their degree of autonomy, both in use and standby, and their recharge times.

 

7.Microphone and controls

Most Bluetooth headphones have a microphone and controls. The microphone allows you to answer calls and interact with the smartphone's virtual assistants (e.g. Siri). Controls are used to adjust volume, control music playback and manage calls.

 

The microphone and controls are almost always positioned on one of the headphones of the headphone but be careful, because sometimes the controls are not compatible with all types of smartphones. Before proceeding with the purchase, check that the model of headphones you have eyed, is perfectly compatible with your devices.

 

8.Noise reduction:

As mentioned above, some headphones offer excellent isolation from external sounds, but sometimes that's not enough.  To completely isolate yourself from outside noise, you need to buy a pair of headphones equipped with active noise cancellation technology.  Headphones equipped with this particular technology work great (even the loudest noises can be silenced) but they are expensive and require more power to operate.  Indeed, they all work on battery and their use via cable, without turning them on, does not allow you to take advantage of active noise reduction.

 

9.Support APTX audio and high resolution:

If you're an audiophile or care a lot about sound quality, I suggest you buy headphones that support technologies like APTX and Hi-Res audio.

 

Going into more detail, APTX is an audio codec that allows you to stream music in 24 bits, so with a quality higher than that guaranteed by conventional Bluetooth transmission. To take advantage of it, the smartphone or any other device used as an audio source must also support this technology.Hi-Res Audio is a technology that allows headphones to play music in 24-bit/96kHz: higher quality than audio CDs that are 16-bit/44.1kHz.

 

10.Sound quality

Before buying a pair of Bluetooth headphones, read online reviews and find out "how they sound", i.e. if they manage to restore a balanced sound on all frequencies or if, perhaps, they prefer certain frequencies (e.g. bass) at the expense of others.

 

 

5 Bluetooth headphones recommended

TOP1:Wissonly Hi Runner

Wissonly is the brand with the best experience among bone conduction Bluetooth headphones. It excels in sound quality, comfort, and product specifications, making it a top performer in both product quality and hearing protection.

 

The Hi Runner Bone Conduction headphones are designed to be open-ear, sitting directly on your temples, allowing your ear canals to remain fully open,make you wear it for a long time and your ears will not get tired.

This enables you to easily hear outdoor sounds like cars and traffic lights while running or walking, ensuring a safer experience.It is also especially recommended for those who like to listen to music at work but need to pay attention to the voice of their boss's colleagues.Therefore, this bone conduction Bluetooth headphone is not only suitable for you to use during sports, but also suitable for daily life.

 

When it comes to fit and comfort, the Wissonly Hi Runner features an adjustable aerospace-grade titanium frame that can accommodate different head sizes, ensuring a stable fit. The headphone surface is made of high-tech, low-sensitivity silicone material, free from any chemical components, to avoid allergic reactions. The overall feel of the headphones is as smooth as a baby's skin, preventing discomfort during extended wear. Moreover, weighing less than 30g, they are lightweight and won't feel burdensome. As the flagship outdoor running model of Wissonly, it is currently the most comfortable and cost-effective bone conduction headphone available.

 

When you sweat a lot while wearing your headphones or it suddenly rains when you are outside, then the waterproof performance of the headphones becomes crucialThe Wissonly Hi Runner Bone Conduction headphones, as the flagship model, boasts an IPX8 waterproof rating, surpassing industry standards. This ensures they can function properly even during swimming or diving, not to mention ordinary sweatproof and waterproof.

 

It also equipped with 32GB of built-in storage, capable of storing 5000 songs, and supporting both Bluetooth and MP3 modes, you can use the Wissonly Hi Runner as a Bluetooth MP3 player for underwater running or scenarios where you don't have your phone with you.It has a long battery life, can play 10 hours of music continuously and supports magnetic fast charging, effectively making up for the shortcomings of wireless headphones.

 

Bone conduction headphones have greater challenges in terms of improving sound quality due to their unique technological principles. However, the Wissonly Hi Runner revolutionizes the traditional audio solution by ingeniously adopting large diaphragm vibrating units. Through structural optimization, it enhances the effective vibrating area, resulting in excellent performance in both high and low tones. Additionally, their sound leakage prevention technology is more mature, providing better sound leakage prevention compared to typical sports bone conduction headphones.

TOP2:Sony WI-C600N

If you want to get high-quality performance at a lower price, please check Sony WI-C600N Wireless. This neckband headset Bisogni WI-1000XM2 wireless headset is cheap, but it has many of the same functions.

 

Its overall quality is good, its weight is light, and it is light and comfortable enough for you to run for a long time without feeling tired of your ears. They also have a lot of slack between their neck bands, so when you turn your head, you don't have to worry that they will fall out of your ear or the neck band will break.

 

However, their battery life is only six hours, which is a bit disappointing. Although it allows you to complete some exercises without recharging, they won't last a whole working day and you still need them to recharge.

 

These headphones have some good sound profiles, and the bass performance is good. If you like to listen to hip hop and EDM, this earphone can provide you with enough impact and rumble.

If you want to change the sound profile, their companion application has a graphic equalizer and presets that allow you to fine-tune the mix.Their ANC also performs well, which can isolate you from the surrounding sounds, such as the sound of bus engines, the voice of talkative colleagues or the sound of fans. (But if you like outdoor sports, the safety of this earphone is not high either.)

 

Their microphone is relatively ordinary, so when you wear this headset to make a call, your voice will sound low and thin. The radio effect is very general, so your voice will be easily drowned out by some background noise.

 

TOP3:Jabra Elite 85t

The Jabra ELITE 85T is a true wireless Bluetooth headset with quartet noise cancellation for a pure listening experience.

 

High dual core with independent noise reduction algorithm, effectively deal with all kinds of noise inside and outside the ear canal, while with self-developed noise reduction ear glue and unique twist lock structure, effectively cut off the noise of various frequency bands, bring pure noise reduction experience.

 

Level 5 active noise reduction, Level 5 transparent mode, whether you are on the commute, or in the office, to meet your noise reduction needs in different scenes, bring comfortable noise reduction experience.

 

Equipped with 12mm large loudspeaker, bring three-dimensional vertical and horizontal sound field effect. Ultra wide frequency response custom diaphragm, bring a wide range of sound, true restoration of musical instrument timbre. Great Nordic Acoustics Laboratory fine tuning, delicate analysis, music particles are very clear, in your ears to interpret the shock of the music scene.

 

The 31 hour battery life is basically enough to charge once a week, which is very durable.

 

TOP4:Samsung Galaxy Buds 2

It uses double-acting coil drive and has excellent sound quality experience: the headphones have built-in 11mm+6mm double-acting coil unit, equipped with Bluetooth 5.1 chip and AKG tuning, and the sound quality will be more prominent. With active noise reduction experience, the depth of noise reduction of the headset is 35dB, and the noise reduction effect is good.

 

The downside is that Android users who want to set buttons on their headphones can only download the galaxy wearable software Settings on Android. And the IOS system currently does not have galaxy wearable software support, but the connection is no problem.

 

In addition, because it is an in-ear earplug, the sealing effect is significant, and the corresponding stethoscope effect is more obvious, even when walking can be felt.

 

Overall, the sound quality of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Bluetooth headphones is pretty good. Its versatility is strong. However, there is a slight stethoscope effect after wearing, which is a more regrettable point.

 

TOP5:Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2

Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 wireless headset adopts 9.2mm dual hybrid driving unit, which is enhanced by a single amplifier and advanced DSP to generate incredible audio, making your music and phone sound brand-new.

 

It also uses Qualcomm aptX adaptive technology with 24 connections and improved antenna design to provide stable wireless connection up to 25 meters and provide high-resolution audio.Through active noise reduction, Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 adjusts the cancellation level according to the environment, and can cancel the level according to the environment at the touch of a button.

 

The Pi7 S2 is equipped with three microphones for enhancing call intelligibility, and adopts an intelligent and fast wireless charging case.

 

The touch area is normally sensitive and responds well to user commands.  Playback management (pause, next/previous track), call management, invoking the smartphone's voice assistant or activating the ANC are the only built-in functions.  It's a shame that it's not possible to adjust the listening volume or activate the transparency mode directly from the headphones, especially since the Bowers & Wilkins Music app does not allow you to reprogram touch zones.

 

It's on the pricey side, costing $393.99

 

If you still don't know how to choose a Bluetooth headset, then it is highly recommended that you try the Wissonly HI Runner with an open-ear design, which you can wear it for a long time without discomfort, more clean and hygienic.Because it is not expensive, only $99.99, and suitable for a lot of scenarios (sports, daily life, work). Wissonly Hi Runner bone conduction Bluetooth headphone with high cost performance and high practicality is worth considering!

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