On-Ear Headphones for the gym: Sony WH-CH520 review

The Sony WH-CH520 are the next generation of the casual use on-ear Sony WH-CH510 Wireless. What makes them a significant upgrade from their predecessor is their customizability via the Sony| Headphones Connect app.Their sound is also better balanced out of the box than the Beats Solo3 2019 Wireless, and they have a longer battery life. So what is its practical sense of use? Only people who have used it know. Therefore, this article sorts out some real user reviews of WH-CH520 for reference.

Product Dimensions：6.85 x 1.76 x 7.76 inches

Item Weight：5.1 ounces

Fit Type：On-Ear

Special Features：Swivel design

ASIN：B0BS1PRC4L

Item model number：WHCH520/B

Batteries：1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included)

Manufacturer：SONY

Item Weight：5.1 Ounces

Units：1 count

Number Of Items：1

Product name: Sony WH-CH520  Price: $38

Rating: 4.5 Where to buy: Amazon or official website.

User review 1：

User:yassira Alonzo  Nation:United States

“Some things you should know before buying:

1. You will have to download an app when you first connect it. The app is free is no worries. After you can delete it because it’s connect by itself ever since.

2. The sound is loud but if you like it really loud then maybe not.

3. It’s super uncomfortable to wear. I get headaches just from wearing it. Also if you have really big ears, I don’t recommend as the headphones are really small. If you also wear glasses, I don’t recommend either, as it really hurts.

Overall this product is great but it’s super uncomfortable to wear. Based of the price and it being a well known brand, it’s not that bad but if you’re planning on wearing this for a while I don’t recommend. I use this for the gym so it doesn’t slide off while doing exercises.”

User review 2：

User:Yelena P.  Nation:United States

“I ordered this because I needed a simple Bluetooth headset, these were on sale and by a reputable (although declining, it seems) brand. I'm not a music aficionado and sound quality in these seems perfectly adequate to me. I had a comparable JBL headset before and their sound was just terrible on Bluetooth.

What I love is that these are (a) available in colors other than black (which makes it easy to spot mine in our multi-headset household) and (b) extremely comfortable. I use these when playing PC games and after several hours don't feel even slightest discomfort. They are very light and don't weigh on your head or squeeze your ears. At the same time, they provide reasonable insulation from the noise like pesky family member asking what's for dinner. Very happy with this headset and just wish it had a longer charging cord. Otherwise it's perfect.”

User review 3：

User:Helen  Nation:United States

“Initially bought the blue because it looked so pretty in the pictures, but irl the color was disappointing (it was darker than the photo depicted) so I swapped to white.

I use these for work, gym, walks, and even around the house! I love these headphones! The battery lasts longer than I expect it to, the Bluetooth range is pretty great, and they're comfortable. My ears eventually start hurting a bit, but that's with any pair of headphones after wearing them for a while.”

User review 4：

User:Zi  Nation:United States

“I would give these like a 8/10. The sound is very clear and the battery life is pretty amazing. I’ve only had it for 2 days and I love them. I just wish they were a little more noise canceling but you can always find those somewhere else. These are cute and simple. It even comes with an app which i thought was cool. I haven’t tried the 360 Reality Audio yet and not sure what it is but if i look into then my score might change!”

User review 5：

User:M    Nation:United States

“I bought this pair of headphone because I wanted a pair of over-the-ear headphones for the gym. My requirements were that they were cheap enough that I could toss them around, tight fitting so the wouldn't fall off at the gym, and noise cancelling enough that I could listen to an audiobook or music at the gym and still be able to understand the words.

I am pleasantly surprised by how great these headphones are. I have a very nice pair of over-the-ear Sonys that I use when I'm not getting all sweaty, but these measure up to those suprisingly well. They stay on well at the gym without crushing my ears (and without bothering my cartilage piercings). I can do RDLs, rows, and bench without them falling off.

The most amazing part is the battery life. I have charged them once since I got them, and they're still at 75% battery. I literally don't understand how that is possible. It's like they're solar powered or something. I swear the battery life goes up instead of down.

Overall, these are a great purchase for an easy and convenient pair of headphone for the gym or around town. I wouldn't recommend them for hours of listening, as they do squish your ears over time, but they're great for an hour or two of gym time. My only other complaint is that they don't fold up or come with a case, but they're cheap enough and sturdy enough that they can be banged around a little in your bag.”

User review 6：

User:SonjaDe  Nation:United States

“I ordered these headphones and received them rather quickly which was good. When I opened the box they were in it’s own box and when I opened the headphones box I immediately saw the rips on the one side. The headphones were also very lightweight some what like a toy headphone.

Very poor quality headphones. Also, the refund had to many steps to do, it was not a easy drop off and go type of thing. I won’t be ordering from this seller again.”

User review 7：

User:Winson Koo  Nation:United States

“I was looking for an on-ear headphones and I was intrigued by the reviews and the price for these ones. Over the ear headphones are heavy and gets so hot and uncomfortable when you're doing something active like working out at a gym. These on-ear headphones lets me hear the music clearly and be aware of my surroundings because they're not noise canceled out. It's light, super amazing battery life, and so easy to use. I do have to be careful when I pack these, they're not foldable but you can turn the earpieces so it is flatter.

The no-plastic waste packaging was greatly appreciated and well thought out. A guy says these are great for kids, so maybe check the measurements before you buy. I guess I have small ears, so the ear cups give just the right amount of coverage.”

User review 8：

User:Robert M Godios  Nation:United States

“It took some tweaking of my phones EQ settings in order to get these Sony headphones sounding good, but now that I have, I'm happy with them, especially considering the price.

The bass is good and pretty punchy, the midrange is good, but I'm a little disappointed in the high end sound. I like the sound of a good cymbal smash and I found this to be a little lacking.

The stereo separation is excellent!

The headphones also fit well and they are very comfortable!

The app is also easy to use.

Obviously I can't compare these to $100+ headphones, so I feel that at this price point you will be getting good sounding casual headphones that will be perfect for taking on vacation or wearing to the gym!”

User review 9：

User:Laury  Nation:United States

“I had low expectations for these headphones, but I was proven wrong when I gave it a try. The sound is so crispy and the bass is amazing. It came really fast (1 day after I ordered them), it was already charged. The battery lasted so long and it only took around 2 hours to recharge it. The only CON is that after some time it hurts your ears a little, but I did use them for a really long time. I wasn't disappointed at all. I can't wait to use it in the gym. DON'T WALK, RUN TO GET IT”

User review 10：

User: Rob  Nation:United States

“These don’t hold battery life at all. I have to have it live on the charger when I’m not using it. I like to keep mine in my gym bag and not think about it but I don’t have the luxury with these. I would fully charge them, check that it’s at 100%, then within a day or two they will be dead whether I used them or not (and yes I made sure to turn them off between uses). It’s very frustrating and I’ve stopped using them completely because it’s too stressful to stay on top of.”

These are some real user reviews of Sony WH-CH520 headphone. Generally speaking, most users are satisfied with its cost performance. However, it is not without its shortcomings, such as its on-ear design isn't for everyone,the headphones are too bulky and inconvenient to carry and so on.Therefore, if you expect to find a headphone with comfortable wearing and suitable for various scenarios,it is recommended that you try the emerging bone conduction technology headphone with zero burden to the ear -Wissonly Hi Runner.

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