Mackie MC-40BT
With the MC-40BT, Mackie celebrate their successful debut in the Bluetooth headphone market. The quick pairing and balanced sound, as well as good speech intelligibility, have a positive impact. But are there also downsides?
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Lypertek PurePlay Z5
The Lypertek PurePlay Z5 raise the bar in the category of true-wireless headphones priced between 100 and 150 euros. In addition to convincing sound performance, these headphones scored points for their cutting-edge technical features which include effective noise cancelling and a user interface that should be an inspiration to the competition.
Beats Fit Pro
The Apple AirPods Pro are without question very good True Wireless in-ears. But if you want to enjoy the full functionality of these headphones, you have to use Apple hardware. Apple subsidiary Beats is now entering the race with the Beats Fit Pro headphones, which are supposed to be equally suitable for both iOS and Android. So are Beats Fit Pro a better version of Apple AirPods Pro?
Creative Outlier Air V3
A comprehensive update to this third-generation provides the Creative Outlier Air V3 with an app for customising sound and operation. The adjustable attenuation and amplification of outside noise are also new, and this makes the price of these wireless in-ears seem very attractive.
Fun Generation Rock Buds II
Like the Fun Generation Rock Buds, the second version of their wireless in-ears also aims to offer good sound at a low price, with high-quality audio codecs available in aptX and the AAC format. Voice quality during phone calls has been improved, especially as the new Rock Buds II come equipped with touch controls, while the case supports wireless charging via Qi.
Jabra Elite 4 Active
The new Jabra Elite 4 Active aim to offer a lot for a price of just under 120 euros: IP57 certification, active noise cancelling, transparency mode, good sound as well as an app connection. We'll find out how well they work in this test.
Yamaha YH-L700A
With the YH-L700A, Yamaha offers wireless closed over-ear headphones with a unique design and integrated noise cancelling, 3D audio and head tracking.
iBasso DX 240
iBasso offers a really special edition with the DX 240. Exceptional sound reproduction is paired with interchangeable amplifier modules and ample connectivity. This player offers pure luxury both at home and on the move and thus receives our unconditional recommendation.
1more ComfoBuds 2
With the ComfoBuds 2, Chinese manufacturer 1more maintains its product profile. These Bluetooth earbuds, available in matt black or white, are aimed at users who are looking for affordable headphones for everyday use. It's not just about the highest sound quality, but also about the other tasks that such a device fulfils in everyday life with a smartphone: Phone calls or the use of voice assistants. This results in a well-rounded package at an attractive price.
OnePlus Buds Z2
With the OnePlus Buds Z2, the smartphone manufacturer offers a price-conscious alternative to the Buds Pro, which features both two-stage noise-cancelling for attenuation and ambient mode for amplifying outside noise. These cable-free in-ears are also characterized by good speech intelligibility during telephone calls and support a high-quality audio codec with the AAC format.