14 best vacuum headphones

*Editor’s review of the best. About the selection criteria. This material is subjective, not an advertisement and does not serve as a guide to purchase. Before buying it you should consult with a specialist.

Virtually no one uses in-ear headphones anymore. Most music lovers switch to the so-called “earplugs. They allow you to literally cut yourself off from the outside world, forgetting about the sounds coming from it. However, not all vacuum headphones are as good as we would like them to be. If you do not want to buy the blatant garbage, we recommend you to read our rating of the best models.

Rating of the best vacuum headphones

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Rating	location	product name	price
Rating of the best vacuum headphones	1	Shure SE535	29 990€
2	Bang Olufsen BeoPlay E8 2.0	21 990€
3	Beats Powerbeats Pro	11 990€
4	Apple AirPods Pro	16 610€
5	Sony WI-1000XM2	19 990€
6	Ja a E te 75t	10 750€
7	Bose SoundSport (iOs)	5 245€
8	Marshall Minor II Bluetooth	6 190€
9	Samsung Galaxy Buds+	7 868€
10	Sony WF-1000XM3	11 681€
11	JBL REFLECT FLOW	4 699€
12	Honor AM61	1 645€
13	Accesstyle Cornflower TWS	2 350€
14	Xiaomi Redmi AirDots (Mi
1 100€

Shure SE535

Rating: 4.9

These vacuum headphones can safely be called unique. The thing is that they have a transparent housing! This means that you can safely view their insides. You can easily see that there are three drivers in each earphone. With this design, you can count on a perfect sound quality. We will work out the upper frequencies, and middle, and everyone favorite “bass”.

Armature headphones are rarely sold for little money. And if they are three-drivers … In short, it is not surprising that for the Shure SE535 they ask almost 16 thousand euros. rubles. But you get a reliable product, which can serve you with good faith and fidelity for many years.

Unlike cheaper models, this accessory is capable of reproducing an extended range of frequencies. Of course, not every customer will notice it – it requires a very keen ear. But the remarkable isolation from outside noise will attract the attention of absolutely everyone. Can also be used on subways, planes and other forms of public transport – nothing to keep you from immersing yourself in the world of your favorite music.

Many earbud headphones suffer from the fact that their cable fails rather quickly. No such problem here. The fact that this model boasts a detachable cord. You can get a new cable if something happens to it. A smart solution? By the way, at the end of the wire is the usual L-shaped 3.5-mm plug. It is gold-plated, so you needn’t fear even minimal signal loss. And the Shure SE535 also comes with a 6.3mm adapter and an airplane adapter. In short, even owners of professional music equipment will not be dissatisfied.

The length of the wire used here is 1.6 m. This is the optimal setting for these vacuum headphones. Nice that this piece allows you to adjust the volume without having to reach for your smartphone. Six pairs of interchangeable ear cushions make you feel good, too. This will allow you to adapt the accessory for all ears. The manufacturer did not forget about the case.

Advantages

• A three-driver design is used;
• Great sound quality;
• The cable is detachable and long;
• A large number of interchangeable ear cushions in the kit;
• The plug is gold-plated;
• Unique design;
• There is an adapter for 6.3 mm;
• Volume control is available;
• Great isolation from outside noise.

Disadvantages

• No microphone;
• High cost;
• Wouldn’t hurt to have a clip for attaching to clothing.

Bang Olufsen BeoPlay E8 2.0

Rating: 4.8

This review will not only focus on the wired headphones. Many wireless models now have the form of “earplugs. For example, the Bang Olufsen BeoPlay E8 2 works with Bluetooth.0. They are completely cordless-the two earpieces are separate devices. You should keep them in the original case so they won’t get lost. It is also used for temporary recharging. The case provides a total of 16 hours of battery life. If you don’t put the headset in it, you can only count on 4 hours of functionality.

In this case we are not mistaken to call this model a headset. It has a built-in microphone, so you can talk to the person you’re talking to without taking out your smartphone. To answer a call, all you have to do is touch one of the earpieces with your finger.

This in-ear headset boasts a very good sensitivity, up to 107dB. Its design also provides excellent isolation from outside noise. We can only complain about the sound quality. Alas, in this respect this model is inferior to wired analogues, which can consist of a larger number of drivers. However, this will only be noticed by those who have good hearing, who have been familiar with quality headphones for quite a long time.

Interaction with your smartphone is by technology Bluetooth 4.2. You can connect to any device, whichever operating system it runs on. Returning to the case, its exquisite leather trim. And the case is made of aluminum, which also can not but rejoice.

With vacuum earphones comes not only a case, but many interchangeable ear cushions. Five pairs that do not fear that the accessory will not properly stay in your ears.

Advantages

• Comes with an excellent case;
• There is a microphone;
• Remarkable noise isolation;
• Stable work via Bluetooth;
• No wires at all;
• High number of interchangeable ear cushions included.

Disadvantages

• Very high cost;
• Not very long battery life;
• In terms of sound quality, there are better examples.

Beats Powerbeats Pro

Rating: 4.7

Once upon a time, all wireless headsets had behind-the-ear attachments. In those days, these accessories were used exclusively for talking to the caller. Things have changed now. Bluetooth headphones can be used to enjoy music without any problem. Even Beats Powerbeats Pro. Externally, this model is similar to those mono-headset with an earhook. However, in fact, the set is present two headphones, thereby providing an excellent stereo effect, and in terms of sound to this headset is extremely difficult to pick on.

As it should be, this accessory includes a quality microphone. And what it does not have are the wires. The two earpieces aren’t connected at all. Well, for their storage kit case is used. There is a battery inside, which recharges the headset itself. You can get about 24 hours of battery life with the case. Great result! The nice thing is that even if you forget to take the case with you, you won’t have any problems with sound duration. If the headphones are fully charged, you should only expect a full discharge after 8-9 hours. Perhaps this alone will quickly make you stop regretting your money. Quite, I must say, quite a bit. By the way, just a minute and a half in the case gives you an hour and a half of sound! Isn’t that a miracle??

Otherwise, it’s a typical Bluetooth headset. It comes with interchangeable ear cushions. Also in some online stores there is a mention that this is a sports model. Well, these headphones will not fall off your ears while running – the appropriate attachments save. But there’s no moisture protection, so sweat can take its toll. And you don’t want to use a vacuum headset for sports? In case someone calls out to you? Or if you hear a car horn? In short, you should think about it ten times. In terms of isolation from external noise, however, this model is quite weak, so you will definitely be able to hear something.

Advantages

• Stable work via Bluetooth;
• There is a microphone;
• The headset comes with a case;
• Long battery life;
• Very fast charging;
• There are behind-the-ear attachments.

Disadvantages

• The price can not be called low;
• Sound quality is not for everyone;
• The case turned out to be too big;
• The soundproofing is far from perfect.

Apple AirPods Pro

Rating: 4.7

These vacuum headphones are the standard in the world of wireless models. Meaning, of course, the mass of all those headsets completely devoid of wires, cords, and all sorts of neckbands. In the case of AirPods Pro, the two earbuds are not connected in any way. It is as if two separate devices. In this regard, you can greatly fear losing one of the headphones. Fortunately, this does not happen. The thing is, after you stop listening to music, these “earplugs” are put in the included case.

As it is easy to guess the small white box plays the role of a portable battery at the same time. It charges the headphones quickly enough. So don’t be alarmed if it only lasts 3.5 hours or more. It is necessary to hold the vacuum headphones in the case a little bit, and the duration of operation will increase. And only after 24 hours the connection of the AC adapter will require the case itself. You can also put it on wireless charging – this is also supported.

These headphones are recommended for iPhone owners. In this case, you get additional functionality. For example, the music will pause when you take one of the headphones out of your ear. And it will play automatically when you’re back in your earbuds. You can also see the case’s charge level on your smartphone screen. And there is also a “transparent mode”, when the headset plays back everything that is going on around. This comes in especially handy when someone might be talking to you.

It comes with three pairs of interchangeable ear cushions. AirPods Pro is designed to be used as a headset. This means that phone calls won’t get away from you, you don’t have to take your smartphone out of your pocket to receive them. Communication with it, by the way, is done via Bluetooth. The only pity is that there is no aptX HD support. This means that you can’t expect to get a great sound quality. Dynamic sound reproduction technology speaks for itself. Would you like to get armature earbuds? In this case, have to consider some other model.

Advantages

• The headphones are wireless;
• Comes with a handy carrying case;
• There is a microphone;
• Long battery life;
• Just 5 minutes in the case provides 1 hour of use;
• The headset came out very light and small;
• Active noise cancellation system is implemented.

Disadvantages

• Could use more interchangeable ear cushions;
• Overpriced;
• Ideally work only with Apple equipment;
• Not the best sound quality.

Sony WI-1000XM2

Rating: 4.6

Would you like to get vacuum Bluetooth headphones, but are afraid of facing the loss of them? In this case, you need a headset with a neckband. Such is the Sony WI-1000XM2. Interesting that these headphones sync via Bluetooth, but in addition to that they got an NFC chip, speeding up the process.

Unlike the models discussed above, Sony WI-1000XM2 combine dynamic and armature types. This means you have an incredibly wide range of playable frequencies. And you will clearly distinguish every musical instrument! In short, if the devices reviewed above took the convenience of use, the Japanese headphones should be bought because of the unsurpassed sound quality!

Curious that the 58-gram accessory supports cable connection. So you don’t have to worry about the built-in battery running out of juice all of a sudden. The end of the included cable has a regular L-shaped plug. However, many buyers practically do not touch this wire, they are quite enough and nine to ten hours of battery life.

Almost all current Bluetooth headphones are equipped with a microphone. The Sony WI-1000XM2 is no exception to the rule. You can also use this model to talk on the phone. Answering the call you can not take your smartphone out of your pocket, this too can not fail to please. You can adjust the sound volume remotely.

Advantages

• There is a case included;
• The work is done via Bluetooth;
• Built-in NFC chip;
• There is a microphone;
• The headphones are dual-driver;
• You can connect an audio cable.

Disadvantages

• I wish there were more interchangeable ear cushions;
• Very high value.

Ja
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te 75t

Rating: 4.5

These vakuum over-the-ear headphones immediately stand out from the competition. The fact that they have a kind of shark fins. They perform a decorative and practical role – such a design element is present in some other headphones from this company. These “fins” act as spacers, so the headphones won’t fall out of your ears even while running. Whether it’s worth running around in “earplugs” is another question.

In fact, this model is a wired headset. Microphone here is hidden in the remote control, which can be used, for example, to adjust the volume. You will be heard well when using the Bose SoundSport (iOs). Even in case you are somewhere in the subway. As for the music reproduction, in this respect you can find faults with the product all the same. Alas, it does not feel like a two- or three-driver accessory. But it is impossible to call the sound flat. If you are not wearing full-size headphones for 15-20 thousand Euros, you will probably be disappointed. You can hardly complain – you are more than enough of what the headset offers, you can be sure.

Some customers are initially discouraged by the length of the cable used here. It is only 1.07 m. If you are quite a tall person, this will not be enough. Not to mention the fact that many people want to connect such headphones to their laptop, and in this case, such a length will certainly seem insufficient. Fortunately, in the box with Bose SoundSport (iOs) there is an extension cable, which is about 0.5 m long.

At the end of the cord of these headphones has a straight 3.5-millimeter plug. It doesn’t boast of gold plating, but many buyers are not afraid of this. This headset also has a case. Modest, but it handles the main task without much trouble. The customer will also get three pairs of exchangeable ear cushions. Not that much, but most of the time it is quite enough.

Perhaps this is one of the best corded headsets, if we talk about exclusively vacuum models. It doesn’t sound bad, it transmits speech well, and there are no complaints about the reliability of the materials used here. The only question is the price. How many people in our country would agree to pay 7 thousand dollars for such vacuum headphones?. rubles?

Advantages

• They hold well in your ears;
• Unique design;
• The kit includes a wire extender;
• Comes with a case;
• There is a microphone;
• Easy and comfortable volume control.

Disadvantages

• High cost;
• Wouldn’t hurt moisture protection.

Marshall Minor II Bluetooth

Rating: 4.5

These wireless headphones are created by a famous company, which you may know from amplifiers and speakers. We couldn’t do without wires at all here – two earphones are combined with it. The cord also has room for a miniature remote, designed to control playback and volume level. It is much more convenient to use, rather than a microscopic touch pad on the headphone itself, as implemented in other models.

This accessory uses Bluetooth 5 technology to communicate with your smartphone.0. They also support aptX codec. If your mobile device has it, you can enjoy great sound – the music will be transmitted in close to CD-quality!

Marshall Minor II exists in three colors. The manufacturer obtained headphones with a recognizable design that in the world of vacuum headphones is not too common. The only thing you can regret is that this model is dynamic, whereas for 6 ths. You can now also buy armature headphones. However, experts point out that the manufacturer squeezed out of the 14-millimeter membrane as much as possible, so only the owner of an incredibly thin ear can complain about the sound quality.

Do not forget that the Marshall Minor II is a headset. There is a microphone, so you can talk to someone on the phone or some messenger. Well, when you take the headset out of your ears – comes to the aid of magnetic fastening, it does not slip off the neck headphones. A smart decision by the manufacturer!

This headset is not cheap. In this regard, it would be a shame if it could not please you with a long battery life. Built-in rechargeable battery provides 10-12 hours of sound. Great result, close to a record in this form factor. And it also has fast charging. Just 20 minutes of plugging in the AC adapter provides a couple of hours of battery life. Pretty good!

Advantages

• Three color options to choose from;
• Cute design;
• Stable work via Bluetooth;
• Support for aptX digital codec;
• There is a microphone;
• There is a magnetic fastener;
• Charging is fast enough;
• Long autonomous work.

Disadvantages

• The price, however, can not be called low;
• The neck cord may seem too short.

Samsung Galaxy Buds+

Rating: 4.4

These vacuum headphones are familiar to many owners of Samsung’s flagship smartphones, as they were given as a gift for a pre-order. In fact, they compete with a similar product from Apple. For the same sound quality, they can boast about half the price tag! And you can buy not only a copy colored in white – also available in red, blue and black headphones.

As it’s easy to guess, the Samsung Galaxy Buds+ is a headset. It has three microphones, distinguished by high sensitivity. It is supposed to allow you to communicate freely even in serious winds. In practice, of course, everything is not so rosy.

Communication with your smartphone is carried out via Bluetooth 5.0. This is an energy efficient standard, and very stable – interruptions are extremely rare. Well, the vacuum type of design allows you to protect yourself from outside noise. Not surprisingly, many people use the Samsung Galaxy Buds+ on the subway and other forms of public transportation. By the way, the product comes with three pairs of interchangeable ear cushions of different sizes. The standard.

This headset uses a tiny touch pad. You can use it to answer an incoming call, for example. The controls will have to get used to, but it is unlikely to take you very long. The nice thing is that they even have paired connection, which not all Bluetooth headsets can boast of.

The battery capacity of 85 mAh provides autonomous work of this model. It’s hard to believe, but a full charge of these babies is enough for 10-11 hours of sound! But the headphones also have a case, which also has a battery (its capacity reaches 270 mAh). When you use it, battery life approximately doubles. The headset charges extremely quickly in the case, just 3 minutes of holding it provides approximately 1 hour of music playback. The case itself can be charged wirelessly, which can’t fail to please. However, many owners of Samsung Galaxy Buds+ prefer to use the usual power adapter for this purpose, inserting the wire from it into the USB Type-C connector.

Advantages

• Four colors to choose from;
• There is a large number of microphones;
• We use Bluetooth 5.0;
• There are no wires at all;
• Comes with a powerbank case;
• Long battery life;
• The case supports wireless charging;
• The headphones charge unusually quickly.

Disadvantages

• The sound cannot be called perfect;
• Not the most comfortable controls.

Sony WF-1000XM3

Rating: 4.4

Another completely wireless earbuds that couldn’t miss in our selection. Even in spite of their very high price – in the Russian stores for them are around 15 thousand dollars. rubles. This headset not only has support for Bluetooth 5.0, but also NFC. This greatly accelerates the first synchronization with your smartphone. As for the appearance, this copy exists in two colors: gray and black. And we have to admit that the headphones are very large, because of which they will seem uncomfortable to some people. In this respect, they are inferior to products from Samsung and Apple.

Despite the decent size, the headphones belong to the dynamic type. Inside them is a 6mm diaphragm. Of course, the Japanese tried to squeeze absolutely everything out of it. However, the true audiophile will feel that the product loses to analogues of armature type. Especially those that consist of multiple drivers.

As it should be, this model can boast the presence of microphones. Here they are used not only for voice capture, but also for realization of the active noise cancelling function. In short, you and the person you are talking to will not hear what is going on around you. This feature works pretty well. But then again, it is impossible not to admit that the Sony overhead headphones handles noise cancellation even better. That’s if you choose one for its regular use on the plane.

Like other completely wireless headsets, the Sony WF-1000XM3 comes with a case that also has a battery. If you use the headphones without it, you will need to recharge them after 5-6 hours. If you regularly put the headset in the case, however, the power reserve won’t be used up until 24 hours later. It’s suggested to charge the case through the USB Type-C connector – the wireless accessory is not supported.

It remains to add that with these headphones, you get three pairs of interchangeable ear cushions in different sizes. For such a price, you would expect to see a little more in the box.

Advantages

• There are microphones;
• Communication is established by Bluetooth 5.0;
• NFC support is implemented;
• There is a system of active noise cancellation;
• Decent battery life;
• The headphones come with a powerbank case;
• Unpaired use is possible.

Disadvantages

• High cost;
• Very large size;
• The case does not have a charge level indicator.

JBL REFLECT FLOW

Rating: 4.3

Many customers are delighted with JBL products. They gladly listen to wireless speakers, they do not have any special complaints about the headphones. Even if they do not belong to the top price segment. For example, the price for JBL REFLECT FLOW is 6-7 thousand Euros. rubles. It is clear that for this money you can not get the maximum possible. But almost no one cares, because the headset can offer great bass!

This model is available in four colors. It is completely wireless. This means that one of the headphones can easily be lost. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended to put them in the included case. He will charge the headset at the same time. The contained energy should be enough for about 20 hours of battery life. If you do not take JBL REFLECT FLOW out of their ears, then you need to recharge after 10 hours. By the way, to fully charge the headset takes 2 hours. Competitors can boast less time, but they also cost noticeably more.

As you have already understood, this model has microphones. This means that you can easily talk to the person who dialed your number. Communication with your smartphone is via Bluetooth 5.0, interruptions are very rare.

As for sound reproduction, each headphone has a membrane with a diameter of 5.8 mm. Sound quality is not bad, but no more than that. It is interesting that you can listen to music even in the rain – this headset is certified under IPX7. Manufacturer assures that it is not afraid of sweat, especially if the owner will not forget to wipe the device with a cloth after every workout.

Like many others in our rating of headsets, JBL REFLECT FLOW is able to become “transparent. Meaning the playback of sounds coming from outside. This allows you to talk to someone who calls you out without having to take the accessory out of your ears.

As for the kit, it does not represent anything interesting. The case does not support wireless charging, so you only get a USB cable with it. You will also find in the box with the headset three pairs of interchangeable ear cushions – the standard number.

Advantages

• Four color options are available;
• Water protection is implemented;
• Stable connection via Bluetooth 5.0;
• There is a microphone;
• Long enough autonomous operation;
• Comes with a case;
• Not particularly high cost.

Disadvantages

• Each earpiece must be turned off separately;
• Changing the volume – only on the smartphone;
• The headset is quite large and heavy;
• The case charges through the micro-USB connector.

Honor AM61

Rating: 4.2

These vacuum Bluetooth headphones do have a wire in them. It combines two headphones with each other. You can find magnets on the cord, thanks to which the accessory stays perfectly on the neck. So you won’t be able to lose it when you decide to take a break from listening to music.

This model differs from its analogues by the presence of a kind of fins. They act as struts, it is thanks to them the headset will not fall out of your ears. It is also impossible not to mention the existence of four color variants of these headphones at once. And how to forget about the moisture protection? Rare Bluetooth-headset is not afraid of splashing. However, we do not recommend using it while running. The fact is that sweat contains salt, which can cause irreparable damage to the accessory.

The product receives a signal via Bluetooth 4.1. No aptX HD support is out of the question, so you should not hope for perfect sound quality. And who could ask for it from a wireless headphones, priced at only 1500 rubles? The sound is produced by 11-mm membranes, which can be found even in less expensive accessories.

Nice that the Chinese manufacturer has given his creation a microphone. You can answer an incoming call with the remote control on the cord. It also allows you to adjust the volume, which can not fail to please. But the jack used to connect the AC adapter can only be upsetting. The thing is that this is a micro-USB. Want to enjoy the possibilities of USB Type-C? We will have to consider the purchase of a more expensive headset.

If we continue to talk about battery life, its duration is 9-11 hours, depending on the selected volume level. Pretty good! Well, what else would you expect with a battery that has an impressive capacity of 135 mAh? Takes two hours to fully charge it. Many customers are quite satisfied with it.

This is probably the best Bluetooth headset among those that are low cost and not afraid of raindrops. It remains to add that it comes with a USB cable and three pairs of interchangeable ear cushions.

Advantages

• You will be protected from moisture by the IP52 standard;
• Long battery life;
• There is a microphone;
• Easy to learn controls;
• Stable connection via Bluetooth;
• Reasonable price tag;
• Four colors to choose from.

Flaws

• The micro-USB connector is used for charging;
• Not very high sound quality;
• The design seems uncomfortable to some people.

Accesstyle Cornflower TWS

Rating: 4.1

Another in-channel headphone that is completely wireless. This means that most of the time they will spend in the case. It definitely won’t get lost with it, not to mention the fact that it’s the one that recharges them.

This headset shines beautifully in the light. Hidden inside it is a module that supports Bluetooth 5.0. The sound is reproduced by a traditional membrane, which made the accessory extremely lightweight. The flip side of the coin is that the sound is not particularly rich. In some music, all the instruments are mixed into a frank mush. However, if you are not an audiophile, it is unlikely to present Accesstyle Cornflower TWS with serious complaints.

As you have already realized, this product includes a microphone. But unfortunately, there’s no NFC. No aptX digital codec support either. This once again shows that you can not expect perfect sound from the headphones. Even if you have a top-of-the-line smartphone at your disposal. But if you have one, you should look at a much more expensive headset.

The battery capacity of this model is 50 mAh. Unfortunately, their full charge is only enough for a couple of hours of sound. And then it takes 2 hours to recharge. If you alternate between listening to music and placing the headphones in the case, you can achieve about two dozen hours of music playback. The exact figures the manufacturer does not specify, but you can come to it by finding out that the capacity of the battery built into the case is 500 mAh.

Advantages

• It works with Bluetooth 5.0;
• There are no wires at all;
• There is a microphone;
• Comes with a case;
• Not so high price.

Disadvantages

• Not particularly long battery life;
• Uncomfortable to take out of the case;
• You can not count on the perfect sound;
• Not the best quality of communication.

Xiaomi Redmi AirDots (MiUe Wireless Earbuds Basic)

Rating: 4.0