Headphones for swimming in the pool is not a very common gadget in our country. But there are people, athletes and others who would like to purchase waterproof headphones. For them, I made the TOP 10 best headphones for swimming. The bulk of them are earplugs with or without additional mounts. All of them are suitable for sports and swimming in the pool. Most models have IPX7 protection against water - you can dive to a depth of 1m for up to 30 minutes, and some IPX8 have protection against dives of more than 1m for the time specified by the manufacturer. Wireless Waterproof Headphone Rating years, based on value for money, customer reviews and expert opinions.
JBL Endurance SPRINT
In-ear bluetooth headphones with a microphone, the reliability of which is guaranteed by the ear hook and TwistLock technology, must be inserted into the ear and cranked. Comfort is ensured by the use of special FlexSoft material for the ear cushions. For easy storage, magnets are provided in the arms of the mount. Speaker diameter - 10 mm, reproducible frequency range - 20–20,000 Hz, impedance - 16 Ohm and Bluetooth version 4.2.
The sound is good, but the high frequencies are not ideal - it is solved by selecting the equalizer settings. Battery life - up to 8 hours. Charging the built-in battery will take 2 hours. Price - .
Pros:
- price;
- design;
- good sound;
- built-in microphone;
- autonomy;
- good sound insulation;
- ergonomics;
- protection against water IPX7;
- stable connection.
Minuses:
- the touch control panel is too sensitive (reacts to moisture ingress);
- the sound fades when water gets into your ears;
- lack of a cover for storage and transportation;
- a short wire between the headphones;
- cannot be used as a headset. If there is a pause for more than 5 minutes while playing music, the headphones are turned off;
- weak microphone.
Good earphones with moisture protection. The best for sports in the budget segment. You can get used to the sensitive sensor over time. If you need to save, feel free to purchase this model. If sound quality and extras are important, consider the more expensive Jabra SPORT or Sony NW-WS625.
Mifo o5
They differ from JBL Endurance SPRINT in the absence of temples and wires between the headphones. When used, this does not cause significant inconvenience. They have a higher impedance - 32 Ohm, when used with mobile devices, they can sound quieter. The battery life is 8 hours, but the kit comes with a 2600 mAh charging case - enough for several dozen charging cycles (up to 100 hours of battery life). The set includes 7 pairs of interchangeable ear pads.Connection - via Bluetooth v 5.0, range - up to 20 meters. Price - .
Pros:
- design;
- ergonomics;
- complete set (7 pairs of ear pads + charging case);
- good sound;
- decent sound insulation;
- built-in microphone;
- autonomy;
- Bluetooth v 5.0;
- radius of action - 20 meters;
- stable connection;
- protection against water IP67;
- the ability to use one earphone.
Minuses:
- no aptx;
- uncritical sound delay in games and videos;
- weak microphone;
- lack of additional fastenings;
- small buttons;
- no indication of the remaining charge of the case;
- third-party ear pads do not fit into the case;
- sometimes, after an incoming call, they may not automatically connect to the smartphone;
- small volume reserve.
Like JBL Endurance SPRINT, they have difficulty managing. Only if in the first the touch buttons are too sensitive, then here, on the contrary, you need to make an effort to press the small hard mechanical buttons. Advantages - case charging, a large number of interchangeable ear pads, Bluetooth v 5.0 and leadership in terms of battery life. The sound quality is good. If this criterion is not important to you, you can save money and take JBL Endurance SPRINT. Mifo O5 will appeal to connoisseurs of battery life. The model is recommended by 88% of Yandex users. Market.
Plantronics BackBeat FIT
The rating differs from the two previous models in the type of fastening (nape with a reflective coating) - this is an advantage for fans of evening jogging. Compared to budget competitors, it has a smaller frequency range (50-20000 Hz). This does not significantly affect the sound quality, it is good. The model was introduced in 2014, so it uses the less energy efficient Bluetooth v 3.0. But the autonomy of work is comparable to the previous participants in the rating. This is partly facilitated by the energy-saving DeepSleep mode, which is activated outside the range of the connected device. Headphones support Multipoint. Price - .
Pros:
- good quality materials and workmanship;
- reflective coating of the body;
- lightweight, compact;
- good sound;
- noise suppression;
- forearm phone case - included;
- protection against water IP57;
- convenient mechanical control;
- voice notifications (residual battery level, connection to the phone);
- Multipoint.
Minuses:
- the case for the phone in the kit is small (a 5-inch smartphone will not fit);
- occipital arch without length regulator;
- Bluetooth v 3.0;
- weak microphone;
- the mount clings to the collar of a shirt, jacket, or other clothing;
- very hard earbuds;
- small volume reserve;
- inconvenient volume control;
- does not support Aptx.
At one time, it was one of the best models in terms of price / quality ratio. Taking into account the irrelevant version of Bluetooth, the lack of Aptx support, I think the price tag is somewhat overstated. But there is still a demand for these headphones; their reliability has been tested by thousands of users. As a worthy model of the mid-price segment, they can be recommended for purchase with an eye to comparison with more modern models.
Elari NanoPods Sport
The technical characteristics and form factor are comparable with the Mifo O5. At the same time, users have complaints about the stability of the connection of this model. And with autonomy, she is not all right - 3.5 hours of operation from the built-in battery and up to 8.5 - from the charging case in the kit. Saves sound good for this type of headphones. Price - .
Pros:
- good sound;
- compactness;
- case charging - included;
- protection against water IP67;
- Bluetooth v 5.0.
Minuses:
- quality ear pads;
- case build quality;
- when placing the headphones in a case, you need to press the small button to charge them;
- small battery capacity in the case;
- microphone quality;
- the right earbud shrinks faster;
- connection quality;
- there is no track switching button;
- The bright LED cannot be turned off.
Great headphones for music lovers. The disadvantage is the quality of the connection: they do not tolerate obstacles on the way to the paired device. It is better to save and buy Mifo O5. The sound quality is somewhat worse, but the connection is stable, and the battery life is several times longer.
JBL Endurance PEAK
Headphones with an increased frequency range (16–22000 Hz). Resistance - 16 Ohms.Suitable for smartphones and small acoustic devices. They are securely fixed in the auricle thanks to the ear hook and the proprietary TwistLock & FlexSoft technologies. To connect to devices using Bluetooth 4.2. Work on a single battery charge - up to 4.5 hours. The set includes a charging case that extends the life of the headphones up to 28 hours. Price - .
Pros:
- comfortable;
- good fastening;
- touch control;
- case charging included;
- moisture protection IPx7;
- quality of materials and workmanship.
Minuses:
- small volume reserve;
- weak microphone;
- automatic shutdown after 5 minutes of no sound playback. Cannot be used as a headset;
- mediocre sound.
JBL Endurance PEAK is not the best model of the manufacturer. But it is bought by those who use headphones during sports due to the ideal fit in the ears. Whether they cost that much money or not, you decide.
Plantronics BackBeat FIT 3100
Headphones are convenient for training outdoors: you can hear ambient sounds, ensuring safety. Mount type - "on the ear". Autonomy of work - 5 hours from the battery and up to 10 hours - from the charging case. There is a quick charge function: 15 minutes gives an hour of work. The sound is not perfect, without pronounced bottoms, but tolerable for this type of headphone. Price - .
Pros:
- ergonomics and comfort;
- water tightness;
- simple operation;
- case charging included;
- touch control;
- Bluetooth 5.0.
Minuses:
- one earpiece is discharged faster than the other;
- unstable communication;
- the sound disappears in the left earphone;
- inconvenient volume control;
- small volume reserve;
- small battery volume in the case;
- weak microphone;
- case charging squeaks during operation.
Headphones are popular because of their comfort and good fit in the ears. In terms of autonomy and sound quality, they are inferior to many competitors. You can save money and take Mifo O5.
Jabra SPORT
Headphones with additional functionality for running. From the free Endomondo Sports Tracker app you can get information about the distance you have run, speed and lap times. There is an FM radio, voice dialing. They can be connected to several devices at the same time. They have IP67 moisture protection. Price - .
Pros:
- lungs;
- advanced functionality;
- Multipoint;
- moisture protection.
Minuses:
- overpriced;
- Bluetooth 3.0;
- low autonomy in comparison with competitors;
- unstable connection;
- no cover included;
- small volume reserve;
- mediocre sound;
- weak radio signal;
- microphone quality.
Jabra is a manufacturer that has established itself in this niche. Jabra SPORT is one of the few rating headphones with additional functionality and the ability to use it without third-party devices (listening to the radio). The sound quality cannot be called excellent, and there are problems with communication via Bluetooth 3.0, so whether to pay more for additional functions is up to you. I recommend saving and choosing any of the models described in the rating, or paying extra for the premium segment headphones.
JBL REFLECT FLOW
Fully wireless miniature earplugs without additional mounts. At the same time, they sit perfectly in the ears and give out sound that Yandex. The market was rated at 4.7 points (the highest result of all models presented in the rating). Design - in black and blue colors. Moisture protection - IPX7. Modern Bluetooth v 5.0. Built-in 110 mAh battery and 850 mAh charging case are included. Up to 20 hours of continuous operation. From the interesting - the proprietary TalkThru option. Touching the Ambient Aware button reduces the volume level to the point that is comfortable for hearing what is happening around you. When meeting, you can chat with friends without removing the headphones from your ears. Price - .
Pros:
- compactness;
- great sound;
- connection stability;
- good microphone;
- Bluetooth v 5.0;
- autonomy;
- moisture protection;
- TalkThru function.
Minuses:
- price;
- low volume margin;
- there is no volume control on the headphones themselves;
- no Multipoint;
- case charging is large, heavy.
Headphones are champions in sound quality and built-in microphone, they can already be used without fear as a headset.If you think this model is expensive, I recommend Elari NanoPods Sport or Mifo O5
Sony NW-WS625
Full-fledged mp-3 player in the form of headphones of a famous brand. Listen to your favorite music without additional devices. 16 GB of internal memory. Included is a control panel. You can use them together with other devices within a radius of 10 meters via Bluetooth v 4.0. For quick pairing with other devices there is an NFS chip. Compared to previous models, the rating has IPx68 moisture protection, i.e. they are able to endure diving to a depth of 2 meters for 30 minutes. Price - .
Pros:
- ergonomics;
- build quality;
- autonomy;
- fast charge;
- decent sound;
- moisture protection IPx68;
- remote control, worn on the finger;
- connection stability.
Minuses:
- price;
- sound lags when watching a video;
- there is no synchronization with the proprietary application, it is not easy to select a track from the internal memory;
- the sound becomes muffled when water gets in.
Great idea for playing sports on land and in water. Real water resistant, good sound and built-in waterproof MP-3 player - no need for a smartphone anymore. The price, of course, is high, but you buy 2 devices at once and extend the battery life of your smartphone. In my opinion, a great offer. For comparison, I have included in the rating another similar device.
AfterShokz Xtrainerz
On-ear, closed-back headphones with titanium frame for swimmers. Able to play music without using a smartphone or player. 4GB is allocated for storing audio files - four times less than the Sony NW-WS625. This model is inferior in autonomy (8 hours versus 10). The set comes with silicone nozzles and a case / case. According to the manufacturer, the model uses sound transmission technology through piezoelectric sensors on the bone tissue of the skull. This provides comfort and removes the feeling of isolation from the outside world while listening. Price -
Pros:
- ergonomics;
- assembly materials;
- a special way to transmit sound;
- soundproofing;
- moisture protection IPx68;
- connection stability.
Minuses:
- price;
- little internal memory.
The model is just entering the market. I was able to find only a few reviews on the use of these headphones. Time will give them a fair assessment, but it is innovative and interesting. If you have the funds, I recommend trying.
