Do I need special headphones for sports and my work-out sessions? Why can’t I use my standard type of headphones, which I also use at home and at the office?
Nope, sorry, this is not a good idea. Because in addition to good sound, headphones for a active life style must have three key features: A tight fitting, a tight fitting, and a tight fitting. Because there is nothing worse than in-ears permanently slipping out of your ears, if you’re on the move. Luckily for us, there are more and more models that have been specially designed for use in sports for several years.
Sports headphones are available in all common designs
Often sports in-ears are stabilized with small so-called ear hooks, and on-ear models do need to sit very tight on the head. But if the headphones cause pressure points, the pressure is too high.
Proper sports headphones are made of sturdy materials, so that they tolerate coarser shocks and are protected against splashing water. Since you sweat a lot in sports, good models are made of high-quality plastic or latex. They can be cleaned after your work-out sessions with a damp cloth and do not forget that they need to be skin-friendly!
A remote control for adjusting the volume and skipping between the tracks are a standard,nothing is more annoying than fiddling with your smartphone during your sports activities.
JBL's Reflect Mini NC cordless in-ears are punchily tuned, support Bluetooth 5.1, and offer noise-cancellation features which amplify outside perception as well as communication. Sound and system adjustments can be made via connection to an app and they can also be integrated to voice services such as Google Assistant or Alexa.
With a firm fit, good sound and robust design, Bose offer their new completely wireless Sport Earbuds primarily to the demanding sports and work-out market, who want exactly these characteristics for their sweat-inducing activities: a firm fit, good sound and robust design.
With Sport Buds, Fun Generation has added water and sweat resistant wireless headphones for everyday use, as well as sports activities, to its range. They conform to Bluetooth standard 5.0, have a functional 3-button remote for controlling Android and iOS devices and, despite their low price, sound clear and powerful.
Back in February 2019, we confirmed a great test result for the Dual Driver BT ANC from 1more. Their successor relies on technical improvements such as Bluetooth 5 and an appealing look with matt black and discreet decorative stripes in metallic red.
Indy Fuel, Skullcandy’s wired in-ears, play powerful, bass-driven music and are equipped with an ambient mode, EQ settings for music, podcasts and movies, and an app connection. A sturdy fit, plus the sweat, water and dust resistant IP55 finish also makes these headphones ideal for sports use.
Fast-charging wireless sports headphones with neckband and magnetic closure
The entry-level model in the Skullcandy range, these cable-free in-ears have received an update in the shape of the Sesh Evo, which offers increased battery life including a fast-charging function and three EQ modes for sound adjustment. A tracking function, which is optionally available via a Smartphone app, will help you to quickly locate these lightweight headphones when you need them.
The T5 Neckband is a headphone from Klipsch's "True" series, it comes with promises of "True Comfort", "True Performance", "True Freedom" and "True You", where "Freedom" stands for a long battery life and "You" for a sound that suits everyone.
Anker's Soundcore Spirit X2 support Bluetooth standard 5.0, are powerfully tuned and offer an extra portion of bass at the touch of a button. Thanks to their nano-coating, these True Wireless in-ears are designed for sports use and are protected against water, sweat and dust in accordance with IP68.
Electro-Harmonix are best known as a manufacturer of guitar effects. Recently, however, the American manufacturer has also been trying their luck in the growing headphones market. We take a look at their Bluetooth in-ears, the EHX Sport Buds from Electro-Harmonix, designed for Work-out & Co.