Place |
Name |
Characteristic in the rating |
1 | Sony WF1000XM3 | Best Implementation of Noise Canceling in TWS Headphones |
2 | Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless | Stable smartphone connection. Convenient Smart Control App |
3 | Apple AirPods 2 | Improved autonomy. Siri voice call |
4 | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 | The fastest charging. Can be used as wired |
5 | Marshall Major III Bluetooth | The best value for money. The most convenient control |
6 | Huawei FreeBuds 3 | Best quality microphones. wind resistance |
7 | Honor AM61 | Affordable price. Quality build. Secure fit |
8 | Geozon G-Sound Tube | New in 2019. Original case design. Quality service |
9 | Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2 | Built-in IR sensor. Support for LHDC and HWA codecs |
10 | Meizu POP2 | Waterproof IPX5. graphene speakers |
The wireless headphone market is relentlessly replenished with new models, presented by both monolithic coryphaeus brands and young toothy players. Undoubtedly, growing competition is in the hands of buyers, but on the other hand, the choice becomes more complicated many times over. To simplify it, it is enough to remember that the True Wireless Stereo format was created, first of all, for unhindered communication during the active time of the day, and audiophile sound characteristics cannot be demanded from it.
What does a good TWS stereo headset need? In addition to high-quality speakers and microphones, comfortable earbuds, autonomy of at least 4-5 hours and noise cancellation, nothing. The most demanding can still take a closer look at the ease of operation and design. It is these models, without claims to the sound level of wired headphones, but with decent functionality for communication via phone or computer, that are presented in our rating.
TOP 10 best wireless headphones with a microphone
10 Meizu POP2
Country: China
Average price: 4 490 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.1
Meizu POP2 is called a hit TWS, which makes you wonder if it is worth overpaying for more hyped models. It cannot be put on a par with Sony or Sennheiser, but it will compete on equal terms with classmates like Xiaomi and Huawei. The buyer is attracted, first of all, by the humane price (it is especially suitable for those for whom wireless headphones are generally new), futuristic design and increased performance. It is stated that the device has water protection at the level of IPX5, which means that it can be used for sports activities, and it is not afraid of a light walk in the rain.
The manufacturer also claims that the speakers are made from graphene. This is a new generation material capable of transmitting a controlled sound signal not due to mechanical vibration, but when the temperature changes. In theory, with equal dimensions, such speakers produce a better sound, but the reviews say that it is good only for beginner audiophiles, it will not be enough for true connoisseurs. By the way, the sound quality is much better if you listen to music from a computer, and not from a smartphone.As for the conversational part, here Meizu POP2 occupies the golden mean: it is difficult to communicate on the street, but just right at home.
9 Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2
Country: China
Average price: 4 200 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.2
Visual duplicates of apple AirPods, Xiaomi AirDots headphones still have a number of interesting features. The built-in infrared sensor allows you to automatically stop or start playing tracks, depending on the location of the earbuds. Connoisseurs characterize the sound positively, the only thing missing is high frequencies and loudness. In order not to set it to the maximum, the reviews advise updating the firmware to version 2.7.1.0 and higher.
The device sounds especially good from Huawei and Xiaomi flagship smartphones with LHDC and HWA codecs. To date, they are considered the highest quality and are capable of transmitting a signal at speeds up to 900 kbps. The rest of the smartphones are connected according to the AAC standard, and the sound is no longer so detailed. As for using the headphones as hands-free, they definitely won’t let you down here: the audibility of subscribers is excellent, the dual microphones work silently, the noise reduction technology, although not implemented in the best way, will not let you lose the thread of communication on the street.
8 Geozon G-Sound Tube
Country: China
Average price: 3 990 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.3
Geozon is a bright representative of those very young and toothy brands that were mentioned at the beginning. Having thoroughly worked out the range of smart watches, he decided to powerfully declare himself in the wireless headphone market.The G-Sound sound line introduced by him about six months ago consists of two models - Cube and Tube. Both are well assembled and very similar technically, both play at a decent level for TWS. The difference may seem significant to those who choose a device for autonomy (Cube - 750 mAh, Tube - 400 mAh), case shape (box and tube a la lipstick) and the ability to control the sound through the headphones themselves, and not through the computer or smartphone (only Tube allows you to do this).
Reviews about the new product are also inspiring. Particularly praised is the stability of the Bluetooth 5.0 connection. According to the witty expression of one of the users, he keeps the connection "like a bulldog sausage" - through two apartment walls and even large mechanical objects. Separately, it is worth noting the service support from Geozon. Official representatives immediately reacted to a few criticisms on specialized sites, who recommended changing certain settings or contacting a call center for immediate resolution of issues.
7 Honor AM61
Country: China
Average price: 2 040 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.4
It would seem that from a stereo headset for 2 thousand rubles. and it is difficult to demand outstanding quality not from the most promoted brand. But half a thousand reviews on the well-known marketplace with an average rating of 4.5 suggest that the AM61 wireless headphones definitely deserve attention. And do not look back at the suspiciously low cost - Honor is not just another Chinese no-name, but the leading Huawei brand, leading a rather aggressive pricing policy to the misfortune of competitors and to the delight of customers.
Honor AM61 is aimed at a socially active audience, healthy lifestyle lovers and just socially active people.They do not notice when some frequencies do not sound perfect, but they are upset if at the right time, for example, during a workout, the headphones are discharged. With this model, this will not happen - its autonomy is 11 hours on a single charge. And yet, the ears do not get tired of it, the earbuds sit firmly in the ears, no matter how intense the lesson is. In general, the headset is great for sports, but it can also be successfully used purely for communication - the omnidirectional microphone does its job perfectly.
6 Huawei FreeBuds 3
Country: China
Average price: 9 900 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.5
Owners of Huawei and Honor smartphones experience real magic akin to the one that happens every time you connect AirPods to your iPhone. As soon as they open the lid of the case, an offer to connect immediately appears on the gadget’s screen, and the connection of the two devices takes place in a split second. If you remove one earbud, music playback is paused, but as soon as you return it to its place, the pause stops.
Not everyone likes the sound - in the reviews there are complaints about the almost complete absence of high and low frequencies. But as a bluetooth headset, the Free Buds are incomparable: the interlocutors hear each other perfectly, voices sound natural during communication, there is no metallic echo. The specifications state that the model can withstand winds up to 20 m / s, which means that the headphones will not cut off the conversation even while running or cycling.
5 Marshall Major III Bluetooth
Country: UK (made in China)
Average price: RUB 6,590
Rating (2022): 4.5
The first impression of Major III in wireless format is traditional for all Marshall headphones - wow! In any of the 3 colors - black, white or brown - the headphones look incomparable, and the expensive old-school finish does not allow the thought that they cost less than 10 thousand rubles. The quality of the connection and microphones is high, there are no special "chips" for soundproofing, but in a home or not too noisy working environment, audibility remains at its best.
One of the main trump cards of the model is a simple and convenient control joystick for all occasions. The logic of taps and taps is thought out flawlessly, they are easy to remember, and it is difficult to confuse and press something accidentally. The autonomy indicator is also pleasing - up to 30 hours (in practice, this is almost a week) on a single charge at an average volume. And a clear progress for the TWS segment demonstrates the sound. To appreciate it, you need to listen to a quality track in lossless format, the effect of complete immersion is guaranteed.
4 Bowers & Wilkins PI3
Country: Great Britain
Average price: RUB 11,990
Rating (2022): 4.5
The PI3 in-ear headphones from B&W are not completely wireless - the elements are interconnected by a rim. Their main feature is 2 separate amplifiers in a hybrid design that combines armature drivers with dynamic ones. The former are responsible for reproducing high frequencies, the latter for mid and low frequencies. The model was the first to use the Qualcomm aptX Adaptive BT 5.0 processor. Thanks to him, the battery holds up to 8 hours at an average load, and every 15 minutes. Charging gives another 2 hours of full operation.
The PI3 is great for use as a telephone headset.The microphones inside the earbuds capture conversational sounds as flawlessly as they do music. It is very convenient to use the device simultaneously with a computer. It is provided that it can be connected via a cable, thereby saving charge and using one device, not several.
3 Apple AirPods 2
Country: USA (made in China)
Average price: 13 190 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.7
The second generation of Airpods acquired the ability to charge in a contactless way, longer, at least 5-6 hours in music listening mode, work on a single charge and call Siri with a voice greeting. The novelty began to connect even faster with different Apple devices, be it a MacBook, iPhone or iPad, and discharge much more slowly - the battery runs out completely only after 3 hours of talking on the phone.
The built-in microphones function flawlessly, and in general Apple has improved the headphones in terms of call quality. According to user reviews, there are no “fall offs” and long connections, clicks and crackles, the interlocutors hear each other as if they are nearby. In terms of comfort for the ears, AirPods 2 do not differ from wired EarPods - if they are comfortable, then the Bluetooth version will also be to your liking.
2 Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless
Country: Germany (made in China)
Average price: RUB 17,990
Rating (2022): 4.8
Tight fit in the ears, excellent microphone performance, touch volume control, aptX support and the presence of a street noise listening mode - this is a far from complete list of the advantages of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless headphones.It is also necessary to add the stability of communication via Bluetooth 5.0 to it - you can forget about interrupting communication at the most interesting place. As for the connection speed, a couple of seconds is enough for the model to connect to the last device automatically. True, if you use it in parallel with a computer, then switching will have to be done manually.
You will have to get used to controlling through sensors: remember which earpiece and how you want to press, work out a certain frequency of double and triple taps. At first, mistakes are inevitable, but then everything returns to normal. Extensive opportunities appear using a special Smart Control application. It allows you to fine-tune the sound using the equalizer, stop the track when the ear cushion is removed from the ear, receive a call automatically when your hands are busy, etc.
1 Sony WF1000XM3
Country: Japan
Average price: RUB 14,990
Rating (2022): 4.9
It is no coincidence that the name of the WF1000XM3 headphones refers to the older full-size model WH1000XM3, which still has no analogues in the world. Sony engineers have once again outdone themselves and in such a complex form factor as True Wireless provided a device with an excellent noise reduction system. In fact, they took the previously tested processor and reduced it, remaking it to work with two microphones.
As a result, headphones have become indispensable for urban environments. They cut off street noise so effectively that, for safety reasons, the manufacturer has incorporated a transparent sound function. Pleasantly surprised by the operation of the headset in communication mode, for which you can use one earphone or both at once.You have to raise your voice, repeat phrases only in the most difficult conditions, for example, in strong winds. As for the sound, it is quite balanced, but audiophiles are clearly not impressed.