Someone will recall that vacation is not far off, someone is worried about modern trends, but in any case, the desire to play sports and to be always in shape is welcomed by both young and old people. It so happened that listening to music during fitness tortures (or pleasures) has become the norm for many, especially if it was possible to choose comfortable and high-quality headphones for this event that fit well, do not upset with the quality and sound, and delight with their design.
Let's try to make a short review of sports headphones, which will help determine the choice for fans to run around with music. All of the following models have plug-in parts, interchangeable nozzles, a special ear mount and well-deserved authority in the sports headset market.
During testing, we used one of the lightest and smallest Walkman players with a radio and high-resolution audio support (Hi-Res Audio) of the NWZ-A15 series. Having in its arsenal a digital amplifier, a suppressor of noise and distortion, the player can work up to two days without recharging, so you should have enough time to run with it.
Beats PowerBeats 2 Wireless
Beats brand is probably familiar not only to sports fans, but also to admirers of stationary audio equipment. The flagship Wireless of the second version left the assembly line last year and has already managed to win the love of audio fans with a stylish design, elegant packaging and extremely high-quality assembly, even despite the complexity of the design.
Model Features
PowerBeats 2 Running Sports Headphones have a third - generation Bluetooth wireless module with all major profiles. The built-in microprocessor allows you to adjust the microphone, volume, and also accept and reject calls. There were no problems in synergy with smartphones.
Sports headphones are interconnected by a thin cable with a total length of 0.5 m with the possibility of adjustment. The design of the ear cushions is easily located on the ears and behind the neck, and as an additional fastening, you can use a flexible earhook made of soft plastic. The whole system holds rather reliably, so that during the run problems should not arise, the only thing that users sometimes complain about is rubbing behind the ears after an hour of use.
Pros:
- built-in remote control;
- moisture protection;
- build quality;
- wireless system and radio.
Minuses:
- price;
- the design can rub the weak spots of the earhooks.
The average price of Beats PowerBeats 2 Wireless headphones is 13,000 rubles.
Jabra Sport Pulse Wireless
This model can rightfully be considered the leader of its segment in the category "Best Sports Headphones". Jabra Sport are equipped with a fourth-generation wireless Bluetooth headset with moisture-proof features, a remote control with a microphone and heart rate monitoring, which is built directly into the headphones themselves. It is located on the left side of the structure and is able to read indicators from the inner ear.
Model Features
The headset has virtually no weaknesses: there is the ability to synchronize with a smartphone, player and camera, and the latest version of Bluetooth with all profiles, and moisture protection, and extremely successful ergonomics, and even a radio.
Jabra sports headphones do not have earplugs, so the headset clings to the inside of the auricle without rubbing soft spots and allowing you to run for at least several hours in a row. The kit consists of several ear pads of different sizes with hooks for any (almost) ear.
The control panel is located on the right side of the headset, there you can also see the status indicator, a USB connector and volume control with a call pick-up / drop-off interface. Separately, it is worth mentioning the weight of the device: sports headphones with a radio weigh only 16 grams.
Pros:
- extremely successful ergonomics;
- build quality and materials;
- moisture protection;
- wireless system;
- heart rate monitor;
- remote control with microphone, radio and rich functionality.
Minuses:
The average price of Jabra Sport Pulse Wireless headphones is 17,000 rubles.
JBL Synchros Reflect BT Sport
Along with the previous model, JBL wireless sports headphones can also be called a favorite of a fitness headset. Here you will not see expensive chips from Jabra like a heart rate monitor, but in terms of ergonomics Synchros Reflect BT Sport is very pleased.
Model Features
It is attached in a manner similar to the “gill” - inside the auricle, but sits a little less comfortable, and you can get tired of silicone in your ear in about an hour. But JBL has some interesting and truly unique things that many sports headphones lack : magnetic clasps that secure the headset around the neck when you are not using it, and an excellent reflective cable that all motorists will notice when the headlights are in the dark.
Innovative details in ergonomics may seem small, but they speak of the attentiveness and conscientious approach of development engineers. In the ears, the headset keeps just fine, there are no problems during jogging or fitness classes.
Separately, it is worth noting the build quality and materials used. For its price segment, everything was done by five points: a variety of colors and shades, moisture protection, a microphone and a control panel add functionality and attractiveness to the headphones.
Pros:
- excellent ergonomics;
- build quality and materials;
- latest wireless system;
- Attractive and varied design
- remote with a microphone;
- sound
- price.
Minuses:
- there is no cover (you need to buy separately);
- In-ear mounts do not allow you to wear your headset for more than an hour
The average price of JBL Synchros Reflect BT Sport headphones is 6 500 rubles.
Summarizing
Gadgets for fitness classes are becoming more and more: this trend has not bypassed sports headphones. The market offers a wide range of headsets for every taste and color. Having considered the most interesting models in this review, the reader can draw the appropriate conclusions for himself.
We can say with confidence that a wireless headset is perfect for running - it does not interfere with clothing, does not get confused and does not create additional problems. The only minus of such models is the price, but for serious athletes it should not become an obstacle, especially since the headset allows you to answer a call, check your heart rate, change music in the player or select the desired radio station without distracting from a run.
The manufacturers of the models presented in the review are attentive to the needs of athletes - the entire headset has a good ergonomics, due to which the headphones do not fall out and are able to perform their functions even in wet weather. In terms of all the positive qualities, the leader can be called Jabra Sport Pulse Wireless, but for all the convenience and functionality that these headphones have, you will have to give a very tidy sum, so you decide and seek a compromise both in price and in the quality of the headset.