Whether jogging, strength training or endurance exercises – with the right entertainment on your ears, everything is much more fun! Headphones with the best possible wearing comfort and the best possible sound quality allow you to fully concentrate on your own body and breathing.
The cable gets tangled, the in-ear headphones fall out of the ear, there is an unpleasant hissing noise – with the wrong headphones, a lot can go wrong if you really want to concentrate on your own fitness. It is all the more convenient when you have found the right headphones – ones that suit your sporting activities and listening preferences and are tailored to your individual head and ear shape. TECHBOOK presents the 5 best inexpensive Bluetooth headphones for sports, which are technically completely convincing.
What makes good Bluetooth headphones for athletes?
Sports headphones have to withstand a greater load than headphones for listening at home, so practical features such as sweat and water protection are important. In addition, they must be stable in or on the ear to allow the greatest possible freedom of movement. A stable and reliable Bluetooth connection and solid sound quality are just as essential for undisturbed sports flow. Above all, in terms of design and the additional functions optimized for sports, there is a diverse range of Bluetooth headphones in all price categories.
For design lovers: Huawei FreeBuds Pro
Ambient noise out, cool beats in: The lightweight and comfortable Huawei FreeBuds Pro noise-cancelling headphones can be adjusted so well to the shape of the ear that the in-ears can take part in any sports adventure. To block out the noise of the city when working out, the beautifully designed headphones offer active noise cancellation (ANC), which enables a pure, interference-free listening experience. All that remains is the powerful and dynamic sound of the music. Also beneficial is the practical anti-wind noise design, which ensures that you can enjoy every fresh breeze while walking, running or cycling and still ensure clear, interference-free call quality at any speed.
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| Huawei FreeBuds Pro | |
|---|---|
| product type | Noise Canceling Headphones, Bluetooth Headphones, True Wireless Headphones |
| coupling to the ear | Sitting in the ear |
| transmission type | Wireless |
| Suitable for | Smartphone, mobile audio players |
| functions | Auto power off, wireless charging with charging transport box |
| facilities | Microphone, touch control panel, control element on the headset |
| music functions | Pause, play, volume |
| call features | End call, answer call |
| key position | On the headphones |
| Bluetooth version | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth range | 30 m |
| frequency response | 20-20,000Hz |
| driver | 13mm |
| Number of drivers (per side) | 1 |
| uptime | 36 h |
| talk time | 6 hours |
| Charging the headphones via charging box | 6 times |
| Material ear piece | plastic |
| Weight | 6.1g |
| microphone position | In the headphones |
| scope of delivery | Transport case with integrated charger |
advantages and disadvantages
| + | – |
|---|---|
| Convincing noise cancellation | No iOS app available |
| High wearing comfort | |
| Noble design | |
| Pretty tough | |
| Bass-emphasized top sound | |
| Long battery life |
Also Read: 13 Best Over-Ear Noise Canceling Headphones
For exercise-intensive workouts: Teufel Airy Sports
The Teufel Airy Sports are among the cheaper headphone models, but they have a lot to offer in addition to their low price: The robust sports professionals score with their comfortable and secure fit and follow every movement thanks to their antibacterial silicone brackets. They are also waterproof according to IPX7 and can therefore not only be used in the rain, but also when swimming. Its long-lasting battery lasts more than 11 hours and therefore provides motivation and music even during longer workouts. Their sound is balanced and convinces with nuanced mids and pleasant bass. And the wireless connection is also stable.
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| Teufel Airy Sports | |
|---|---|
| product type | In ear headphones |
| coupling to the ear | Sitting in the ear |
| transmission type | Wireless |
| Suitable for | Mobile audio players, sports, smartphone |
| facilities | Microphone, sweatproof, waterproof, water resistant, noise and echo cancellation cVc, in-line remote control |
| compatibility | Android, iOS |
| key position | remote control |
| voice assistants | Google Assistant, Apple Siri |
| connections | Qualcomm cVc, Bluetooth 5.0, Bluetooth AAC, Bluetooth aptX, Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth range | 10 m |
| frequency response | 10-20,000Hz |
| uptime | 25 h |
| battery charge time | 10 minutes for 1.5 hours of exercise |
| protection class | IPX7 |
| Weight | 20g |
| scope of delivery | Silicone ear adapters (S, M, L) |
advantages and disadvantages
| + | – |
|---|---|
| Balanced, powerful sound | Service mediocre |
| Impressive battery performance (up to 25 hours) | |
| Sit securely and comfortably | |
| Waterproof (IPX7) |
For those whose ears are too sensitive for in-ear headphones, TECHBOOK recommends the JLab Flex Sport headband headphones. They convince not only with an excellent sound quality, but also with a long operating time of 20 hours. The headphones are a bit heavier than in-ear models due to their design, but the individually adjustable equipment (2 straps and 1 additional headband padding) also guarantees the greatest possible wearing comfort. The ear cushions are sweat and dust resistant and are also removable and washable. theJLab Flex Sport prove that headband Bluetooth headphones are also suitable for sports.
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| JLab Flex Sport | |
|---|---|
| product type | Ear Hook Headphones, Bluetooth Headphones |
| coupling to the ear | circumaural |
| transmission type | Wired, wireless |
| Suitable for | Mobile audio players, sports, smartphone |
| function | Integrated level limitation |
| facilities | Sweat-resistant, splash-proof, foldable, dust-proof, removable and washable ear pads, 2 straps, |
| 1 additional headband padding | |
| Bluetooth version | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| frequency response | 20-20,000Hz |
| impedance | 32 ohms |
| driver | 40mm |
| Number of drivers (per side) | 1 |
| magnet type | neodymium |
| uptime | 8 p.m |
| battery charge time | 3 hours |
| cable type | one-sided |
| cable connector | 3.5mm |
| Material ear piece | plastic |
| protection class | IP44 |
| Weight | 191g |
| scope of delivery | Transport bag, USB-C charging cable |
advantages and disadvantages
| + | – |
|---|---|
| Outstanding sound quality | Relatively heavy compared to in-ear headphones |
| Very good facilities | |
| Practical design | |
| Long battery life |
Also interesting: The 7 best alternatives to AirPods and AirPods Pro
For outdoor athletes: JBL Reflect Flow
For sports fans who want to go out there in any weather and who want to give the best performance undisturbed even in crowded gyms: The wireless JBL Reflect Flow are characterized by their comfortable and stable fit and their many protective functions that ensure that the true wireless -Headphones take part in every workout and every outdoor activity. They are IPX7-certified and thus offer optimal protection against rain, sweat and dust. They are also suitable for endurance training, as their battery lasts up to 10 hours. It is also practical that they can be controlled via the language assistant or via the buttons integrated in the earphones – whether for incoming calls or music motivating movement.
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| JBL Reflect Flow | |
|---|---|
| product type | bluetooth headphones, true wireless headphones |
| coupling to the ear | Sitting in the ear |
| transmission type | Wireless |
| Suitable for | Mobile audio players, sports, smartphone |
| facilities | Microphone, sweat-proof, waterproof, waterproof, touch control panel |
| key position | On the headphones |
| voice assistants | Google Assistant, Apple Siri |
| Bluetooth version | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile), HFP (Hands Free Profile) |
| Range | 8m |
| frequency response | 20-20,000Hz |
| uptime | 10 h |
| battery charge time | 2 hours |
| protection class | IPX7 |
| Material ear piece | silicone |
| Charging the headphones via charging box | 3 times |
| Weight | 19g |
| microphone position | In the headphones |
| scope of delivery | Charging cable, ear adapter set, transport case with integrated charger, brief instructions |
advantages and disadvantages
| + | – |
|---|---|
| Pleasant wearing comfort | No bluetooth multipoint |
| Bass-driven sound | Only conditionally suitable for small ears |
| Easy handling | |
| Long battery life (up to 10 hours) |
For audiophiles: Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
With Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+, the manufacturer launched an optimized in-ear headphone model that impresses with excellent audio quality, easy operation and practical remote control via app. A special focus was the upgrade of the sound in a high-performance audio mode that enables detailed reproduction of music. The design is simple and compact. The ear studs are light and sit firmly in the ear. The protective functions are designed for the best possible wearing experience, even during more intensive training sessions, which also makes the Bluetooth headphones useful for sports sessions.
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| Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ | |
|---|---|
| product type | In-Ear Headphones, Bluetooth Headphones, True Wireless Headphones |
| coupling to the ear | Sitting in the ear |
| transmission type | Wireless |
| Suitable for | Smartphone, sports, mobile audio players |
| functions | Control via app |
| facilities | Sweatproof, waterproof, waterproof, control on the headset |
| voice assistants | Google Assistant, Apple Siri |
| key position | On the headphones |
| Bluetooth version | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Bluetooth codes | aptX, AAC, SBC |
| Range | 30 m |
| frequency response | 20-20,000Hz |
| driver | 5.8mm |
| Number of drivers (per side) | 1 |
| membrane | graphene membrane |
| uptime | 9 a.m |
| battery charging time | 2 hours |
| protection class | IPX5 |
| Material ear piece | silicone |
| Weight | 9.2g |
| scope of delivery | Transport case with integrated charger |
advantages and disadvantages
| + | – |
|---|---|
| Outstanding audio performance | No active noise cancellation |
| Tailored fit | |
| Long battery life | |
| Good passive noise isolation | |
| Compatible with Siri and Google |
Conclusion
Bluetooth headphones are available in many designs – whether as earbuds, headband headphones or in the classic sports version. This in turn affects the audio quality and wearing comfort, among other things. TECHBOOK recommends: try them on and see which type of headphone suits you best. The particularly affordable Teufel Airy Sports Bluetooth headphones are ideal for getting started. Because of their snug fit and sturdiness, they’re great for any sport – even swimming! – suitable. For particularly audiophile sports fans, there are also the slightly more expensive Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ and Huawei FreeBuds Pro headphones, which are guaranteed to take the training experience to the next level with their high sound quality.