@@insidetechltdYeah mate. Kudos to you! Altho not even a mention of the Sony XM5s? Many feel it should've been among the top 3 (if not the best) 🤔 Would you care to weigh in
Yeah you missed the status earbuds completely and I pretty much doubt you bought all of these I'm sure there was some sponsorship and sample sent to you
Is the Freebuds Pro 3 one of the best options for me? if I am looking for noise canceling, sound quality and loudness... I also want those sitting with me not to hear the sound I play. And I don't care about the mic and calls.... also I will use them while I am staying in my place, meaning that I will not move or play sports while using them
Very structured and easy to comprehend. Averall a video that gives a variety of options when u search for a pair of earbuds that u want it to have a specific strong point.
Another great thorough review/list and great work. I still use my Evos regularly and I have a decent amount of good earbuds. Easy recommendation at their current price
While the Evos sound fantastic, I have been struggling with their tips, therefore fit. Terrible as these are the best sounding in the pool of earbuds that I own.
@@sicebim1 I would recommend getting some Spinfit replacement tips honestly. The EVOS are a good solid overall pair of wireless earbuds & definitely worth at least trying the tips
I have them since 6 months now, and despite of an excellent sound quality, I find their calls and mic quality poor. I was surprized to see in the review that calls quality is good. Practicly no voice isolation in a noisy environment. Everybody complains about not hearing me clearly during my calls.
The Technics AZ80 is bar none, the greatest set of wireless earbuds I've ever listened out of. It gives you that surreal feeling when you're listening to songs & hear something new that you were never able to catch with previous earphones. The customizability is the cherry on top, what a GOAT!
@@johndoe-vc1weActually something like the technics or a sony or basically any better earbuds will be on par or even better then a simple wired earphone and you dont even have to fiddle with those annoying ahh wires :D
I sold mine. I don't understand the hype behind them. The denon perl pro, sennheiser momentum true wireless 3 and 4, Gemini ll, beoplay ex and the oneplus buds pro 3 sound better.
I use the Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 and I always get surprised when I call my friends and tell me they can hear me very clearly even when I am in a bar or in any noisy environment.
Hey bro, can u help me about B&O EX.. i wanna buy this earbuds but i'm not sure... sound quality and call performance is too much important for me. especially call quality. which earbuds is perfect for u? and also everyone says that anc/transparency is sucks on beoplay ex. what do u think?
@@Sonulema for me the beoplay EX is perfect for sound, but for call quality its rather a good-top tier, maybe not as good as the airpods pros. I recommend you to go ahead to your nearest B&O store so that you'll really know what you want. However it is really expensive for the EX, and for me the 2nd gen airpods pros will do enough for both areas, with tweaking the sound profile in the settings will do the job.
@@Sonulema Well I nbought the HX full size headphones and I was really disappointed with them. The build quality is second to none and the sound clarity is great but not much bass (and I don't like too much, but it's weak on the HX), they're not very powerful compared with the Shure Aonic 40 I bought recently new for £150, and the ANC is very poor. I've only used them a few times and alrfeady the touch panel on the right side doesn't work, so in my opinion you're just paying for the name.
I was missing the Technics not making it in any category until they came at #1 for best overall. This is an exceedingly good set. And apart from everything you mentioned, I would add (i) amazing sound stage and instrument separation and (ii) superb build quality which also extends to the case itself, which is among the most compact among top ranking models.
Is the Freebuds Pro 3 one of the best options for me? if I am looking for noise canceling, sound quality and loudness... I also want those sitting with me not to hear the sound I play. And I don't care about the mic and calls.... also I will use them while I am staying in my place, meaning that I will not move or play sports while using them
Very thorough and helpful thx! I had an idea of which ones I wanted to purchase, and after watching this video it solidified my choice. I’m going to go with the Sony Linkbuds S. Thanks again!
Back to back tested the devialet , b@o ex , sennheiser 3 and one more evo over 2 hours. Cannot speak for the momentum 4 but the 3s are a clear step ahead of the other on pure audio quality. Other benefits were loudest output if needed and don't clip like the devialet did for me. The sound optimisation has to be done though to get the best from them.
I decided to upgrade my old WF-1000XM3 and went with the Gemini 2, got a good bargain through a buddy's company and got them for just over 300€, very excited to try them out!
Crazy your video got recommended once more to me. You probably won't remember me, but around 2 years ago I stumbled upon your awards 2022 video and asked you about some advice about the Earfun Free Pro 2 and you ultimately helped me decide to try them out. I used them for 2 years straight until I just recently lost them (that small form factor does have its downside I guess lol) and got myself the new pair of the Free Pro 3 (seem to be a slight bit better and I got them for 60 bucks, so Inwom't complain). I just wanted to say that I remember you, I'm glad you're still doing this with even more earbuds and thank you once more.
Yes I do remember that! You also watched my best earbuds under 100 after that I believe. I'm glad I could recommend something you liked! That's really nice of you to check back in just to say thank you, I really appreciate it!
I have had the Technica AZ80s, Denon Pearl Pro's, the Sennheisser Momentum 4's and most recently bought the Devialet Gemini 2's. It's safe to say if you want something with immense sound, good multipoint connectivity and you mainly use them at home or on a train etc, the Devialet as the best by some distance. In terms of sound, it's not even close. If you want a good all rounder then I would go with the Technics, but if you have had a pair of Devialet 2's and you go back to the Technics, the Technics sound inferior to me.
I've got them in 6th for sound quality, but I totally see why others might put them higher up. They're quite inconsistent though - that personalised sound feature is a gimmick in my opinion. Repeat testing just gave me wildly different results
@@insidetechltdTurn off spatial and leave the custom sound on. It makes everything way clearer. Turn off spatial and personalized sound and you get a flat sound that is still clean and very detailed.
No prize for the Sony XM5? It is my daily driver. Love the super compact case, almost the same size as the AirPods 2, the super ergonomic shapes of the case and buds, and the overall sound quality and ANC.
@@runawaytechgal1467 I tested them in a noisy environment against the Apple 2 Pro, and it's without question that the XM5 is much superior, particularly with the latest firmware, which significantly improved mic quality. That being said, it is not the best mic in the market. It is just that Apple's are really bad in noisy environments. I also own a Technics AZ80, which is slightly better than the XM5 in mic quality. But my real winner for mic quality is the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro. The mic quality in noisy environments of these little buds is mind blowing.
@@nimrodszocs2795 Since I got my XM5 and AZ80, my Airpods Pro 2 sit on the couch, for watching Apple TV only, where the spacial audio makes a nice difference. For daily commuting both are superior to Apple in both sound quality and mic quality. Apple is particularly bad with mic in noisy environments. And does not multipoint outside of Apple devices, which is a deal breaker for me.
Thanks for all the effort you clearly put into this video. It helped me make a more informed purchasing decision. And this is honestly the most thorough and helpful wireless earbuds roundup I've ever seen. Cheers, and thanks again!
Really loved the attention to detail here. You have obviously collected and ranked/ordered a lot of data and scores. Im interested in a mix of a few priorities and looking for the best combined anc sound quality and fit, with lower priorities for waterproofing or mic. Is data or scoring available so that this sort of sorting could be done?
The aim is to get the data all together so people can do exactly that - have options people can tick and so on to narrow down their choices. I haven't had time to make that yet with so much other work to do, but i'm working on it!
Good list, when I see az80 is on the list, then its deserve a like, most youtuber only test and recommend such brands like SONY, HUAWEI, AIRPOD, even BEATS and so on, they never try others and u have tried lot of earphone with different brands, u should deserve more likes!
prices are insane these days. 300 dollars for earbuds OMG... I have my Earfun Air pro 3 already a year now and am still very happy with them. Use them for Work (amazing distance, can walk to the coffee machine outside my room without losing any connection. Music listening i am very happy as well. As with the battery life combined with the case. Happy camper!!!
If you get the top shelf version of any electronic device, it'll get costly. I'm pretty amazed at the sound quality you can get out of earbuds these days!! As long as they last for years, $300 isn't bad!
I've seen a test with the Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 in a car with open windows and driving 70 km/h and there was (nearly or really) no wind at all hearable. You test this 1More Evo and I can hear the wind still for a short moment while your standing. The Freebuds Pro 3 have the nearly maximum quality out of the 16 kHz available over Bluetooth for the mic. It's very impressive to not even find the Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 in the Top 3 for mic-quality. Call quality is really important and they do very well.
What no one ever mentions is the battery degradation over time. I so wish companies would make it possible to swap out the batteries. As I've had my Sony XM4's for just over two years and now a charge only lasts ten minutes in one ear.
Unfortunately, for listening to music they are not a better choice. Highs are harsh and cause sibilants. Annoying to listen to female vocals. Bass response is very slow also.
Hi there, really interesting video. Myself i was thinking to choose between yamaha tw-e7b, denon perl pro and technics az80. At the moment I'm using the first Gemini model.
Hi okay I would like to say it really does depend on what ur looking for the az 80 has clarity close to the Gemini 2 earbuds for 200 dollars cheaper which are the best sounding earbuds along with the pi8s which aren’t mentioned for only 300 denon has issues with consistency and the sound test can increase clarity however it won’t be better than ur Alr owned deviate the only thing that will be better is the bass and punch so if u want an hip hop rap or rock get the denon for the punch, if u want clarity for detailed songs and female and male vocals use the az80
CASE SIZE would be a key factor. I want the smallest profile possible, and hope to get a lapel loop too. Otherwise great video. I was unable to make a selection, may need to wait another year. I want the Sonys to have wireless charging, and the Jabras to not look like that.
Own the Limkbud S - excellent sound and lightweight. Handily beat my AirPods and think punches way above its weight. Only issue is that there seems to be an issue with left channel battery drain.
They can, and there is an IPX4 rating to protect against sweat. They might not stay securely in your ears though, it varies by person. I can run with them absolutely fine, but the slip laying flat on a workout bench
What's your thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro or the Akg n400? Crinacle praised them for their audio quality and neither were mentioned in this video
I don't see any scenario in which the Buds Pro 2 touch B&O, the Geminis, etc. Just a different tier of product. Especially since they only work best with Samsung phones (due to proprietary codecs).
I loved my Sony Linkbuds S until the right earbud battery started to sharply decline after about 1.5 years. Apparently the Sony battery issue is pretty well known but I had hoped to get a longer life out of them.
I have the same experience. I love them but the battery issue is horrible. But I was lucky to get money back as mine was still in warranty. Now I'm thinking about Jabra Elite 8.
It's subjective since everyone hears differently. But i'd say there is enough of a difference, yes. It's like Technics is at the top of a list of many great sounding earbuds, but Devialet is in the next category up where very few earbuds belong
Excellent review - in depth testing and a wide range of devices looked at. It's also great that you mention ear tips - I use spinfit ear tips as the difference in audio quality and comfort more than justifies their price. In the past I've had the Sony linkbud S and really liked them as small all rounders. However, I settled on the apple airpods pro 2 which I used with my android LG v60 and more recently with an iPhone. The airpods pro 2 (with spinfit ear tips) are my go to all rounder for noise cancellation, transparency, audio quality, comfort, controls, pocketability and longevity (the battery can be replaced too)- for my android and ios devices. I have some Status Between ANC earbuds and love their triple driver audio quality. They don't support Aptx or LDAC, showing just how more important hardware, good tuning and good fit is for audio quality compared to codecs (also source files matter. I switched from Spotify to apple music on android and ios and the difference is huge - and the same price). Battery life on the Status Between ANC is excellent with 8hrs on ANC (their ANC is decent but not airpods level). Without ANC, the Status Between earbuds battery life is an excellent 12hrs. The earbuds and case are Ipx 5 rated. For £160 I've found them excellent value. And I like their distinct appearance compared to most other earbuds. I was wondering if you'd tested the Status and how they compare to the Geminis? (Only 5hrs battery life for the Gemini rules them out for me). I was wondering if you've tested the Cambridge Audio m100? I had the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ and loved the superb mids and audio quality, small size and long battery life.
I have a full review already for the Status earbuds on the channel. Gemini offers superior detail, instrument separation and soundstage. Also other benefits like comfort and stronger ANC. Not tested the CA M100 yet, but i've tested and featured their previous earbuds on the channel in the past. I personally prefer the Touch model to the 1+ and they featured some of the best audio quality for the price
@@insidetechltd thanks for your reply, much appreciated. It’s great to have the choice now. If the next Gemini has a much longer battery life I’d definitely consider them. The Status Between ANC with their audio, ipx rating and 12hrs battery (without anc which wasn’t important for how intended to use them) and at £160, were hard to beat for me when I already had the AirPods Pro 2 (brilliant all rounder. And they have a replaceable battery - a consideration for me. I have some detachable Shure mmcx earbuds that work with Bluetooth ear hooks or cables and have lasted 10years). I love good audio quality but when I’m out and about there is a limit to how much I can do focussed listening (and when I’m out and about I’m mostly listening to podcasts and audiobooks). At home I have planar wireless headphones for convenience and wired IEMs & headphones which, with a decent dac amp give me better audio quality, staging etc that I’ve yet heard on wireless earbuds. I’ve only just come across your channel and subscribed because of your review as it’s an excellent. I’m going to enjoy going through your other videos and when I’m next after earbuds and more I’ll be back for sure!
@@papervws yup. Take them into an Apple Store or send them in. They’re built to last. I’ve had some wireless earbuds from lypertek and others where the battery drops significantly after a year. The battery in Sony wireless earbuds lasts and lasts. I’ve still got some wfxm3’s. The battery can be replaced but it’s very tricky and easy to break. Fairphone do headphones and I think are doing earbuds.
Yes the battery can be replaced on the Airpods pro 2. One of the reasons I got them. Fairphone also do a range including audio that are even easier to do.
Is the Freebuds Pro 3 one of the best options for me? if I am looking for noise canceling, sound quality and loudness... I also want those sitting with me not to hear the sound I play. And I don't care about the mic and calls.... also I will use them while I am staying in my place, meaning that I will not move or play sports while using them
Bose open earbuds remain on your ear through a kickboxing match. I literally sleep with them in every night and they never ever ever fall out (and I forget when I’m wearing them 99% of the time); but I’ve been a gigging drummer for 25 years, and am functionally deaf, and they are not loud enough, and the mic for phone calls is a total joke (no one can hear me speaking in a quiet room). I just got Sony’s open earbuds and I’m testing them out now to see how they do.
Im not going to watch the full video because I'm not in this country. But I will give it a like for all the hardwork you have put. I can tell just from the gist
I have had the AZ80's since release. For sound quality, they are the best I've heard. For ANC, They were WELL behind Sony's 1000 5's and the Bose Ultra's which are hands down the best I've heard. I still have the AZ80's but use the 1000 5's day to day. I would have kept the bose except the sound quality was below average due to inbalanced bass.
I have both the TWS3 and 4. i'm pretty sure all they changed was the battery. My 3's stopped working long ago as both left and right batteries are dead. I took them apart and fixed them once, Worked for a month then both went dead cell. But they are some of the best sounding buds for there price.
The only buds I can use (fortunately I love them) are LG tone free fp9. they are nickel free, latex free, free of any other trash materials other makers must be using 😅. I have VERY sensitive skin in my ears (started after age 50....), and everything else results in weepy itchy ears. I'd love variety but I'm glad that I found those ❤
Both Jabras were a letdown for me this year. I prefer buds over stems and don’t really care about mic quality. Linkbuds are solid for their price but their sound is hugely underwhelming compared to many other options. I’m an Apple user and the daily driver is the Momentum 4s, alternating with Bose because the comfort fit is better and so is the ANC, but M4 have as large as a gap on Bose in sound quality as Bose has in ANC. Solid review and breakdown fella, appreciate the effort and detail.
Jabra was a letdown in what sense. It won't compete against the momentum for sound or the Bose for ANC. Both of which are class leaders in those respective categories
@@johndoe-vc1we I'd rather use the Samsung Galaxy FE than either of them. The Nothing Ear are miles better in several areas, got mine during a prime sale for 100$. That kind of sense of letdown. Nevermind the new Galaxy buds pro 3 wipe the floor with just about everything other than IP rating. Take care bud
@@bichaeLmartoN963 I've had my eye on the FE but it won't compete for ANC with the Elite 10. Also why would you go with the jabras if you had a momentum and Bose already? I have none of the above.
Hi! Looking for my first earbuds, I am considering Jabra Elite 8 Active (among the "bunch"). In the past I appreciated the high-quality sound of Jabra On-Hear headphones, but regarding Elite 8 Active I'm reading on Amazon Italy Site that this model has often been returned. What's Your opinion on Elite 8 Active? Just consider that I would like to have earbuds that can be practical (thumbs up for no-touch commands: what if You're wearing gloves.....?), user-friendly, stable on my ears, with good sound quality, not bulky, Google Assistant compatible. And that, in winter, I often wear wool hats covering my ears. Thank You so much for helping with my choice and greetings from Italy!
Thanks! MTW4 and AZ80 is similar in that compared to Gemini II it has more of that boomy, consumer-friendly bass. Some people really like this because it gives a warm and full-sounding low end. Gemini's bass is faster, cleaner and more accurate. Something audiophiles would likely appreciate more
A really helpful review. Thanks Have you tried ROG Cetra TWS SpeedNova? My JBL quantum tws is broke cuz I put them into washing machine, and now I'm thinking on an upgrade. The ANC of quantum is so inferior to airpods pro, don't know if Cetra cancels noise better
I almost agree with you. I tested the AirPod Pro 2 vs the Bose QC Ultra on a 9h flight. The AirPod were isolating peoples chatter even better than the Bose. I had to return the Bose because of the horrific call quality.
I’m looking for a serious alternative to Powerbeats Pro. I tried Beats Fit Pro but they are painful. AirPods Pro fall out of my ears. I use Apple ecosystem, but the main issue is that I need not to think about buds falling out.
Is the Freebuds Pro 3 one of the best options for me? if I am looking for noise canceling, sound quality and loudness... I also want those sitting with me not to hear the sound I play. And I don't care about the mic and calls.... also I will use them while I am staying in my place, meaning that I will not move or play sports while using them
@asemalawiHb If you don't care about calls and mic performance, it's better to choose something else cause highs in Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 are harsh. They have sibilants though.
Could you do a video on Auracast? I'm having a hard time figuring out which devices support it. Earbuds, transmitters, USB adapters, Windows version, Android version, different phones... Because earbuds need a controller to pick the broadcast, it's harder than just having a compatible transmitter and receiver.
I think the issue is it's still a bit early for Auracast. Unless you're buying with the next 2-3 years in mind specifically, I wouldn't worry too much. It'll become more widely available in the future and I expect will become a useful feature - but for now it's early days
Not on your list, but Denon Perl Pro all day long. Be sure to personalize and tweak for a while and experiment, but when you hit the sweet spot, WOW! They end up sounding like you're sitting in a room listening to music rather than just having it pumped into your ears through little earbuds. I have spent far too much money on earbuds as music is my life. My Denons are so important to me that I am becoming a bit of a bore for banging on about them lol. But I don't care, I only want people to hear great music in a great way. Hope this helps.
I felt compelled to comment here after seeing the Linkbuds S as number 2 choice. I have had these for the past 14 months. And I agree they are great. However... There is a known fault in them where at around 13+ months the left earbud battery just dies. like lasts 10 minutes. This is quite a widespread issue, and is in fact the reason that I am here now as I am looking for a new set of earphones. So I would consider that if you are looking to purchase the Sony linkbuds S based on this video.
Thank you for commenting! I've had mine since launch and for me they are still working fine - but I also don't use them all the time as my sole earbuds (which most people buying them would). So it's good to hear the real experience of others to help inform people 👍🏼 I've got a video coming up which feature LinkBuds S again, and I think this time i'll mention that some people are experiencing issues
I got the jabra 10s after this review. 4 out if 10 for me. If my phones locked they don't connect anc is average and there's no button options in the app that allow you to force connect them by pushing the buttons on the actual earbuds. Only pause skip etc. So if they don't connect you have to put them back in the case and take them out and put them back intiur ears all over again.
The Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 got 5th on the mic test? What was 4th for mic quality? HFP3's better/worse than the QuietComfort Ultra or Ultra Open? How about 4th and 5th for ANC?
I actually have them in 4th now with the latest updates. Yes, better than Bose. 4th and 5th for ANC technically feature in the video since i mentioned not wanting to have repeating the Bose entires for older models. Soundcore's Liberty 4 NC would follow in the list based on that criteria
is that oval face one still the best for calls? and do they workindependently from each other? also I remove the rubber to have the ear breathe. any idea about that?=
Here's a link to the best earbuds under $200 🔥 for 2024 👉🏼 th-cam.com/video/Rontiuj5L7s/w-d-xo.html
Under 250/300 would be also great.
The amount of work you put into this is incredible - let alone to cost of buying some of these earbuds - well done
Thank you, I appreciate it 👊🏼
@@insidetechltdYeah mate. Kudos to you!
Altho not even a mention of the Sony XM5s? Many feel it should've been among the top 3 (if not the best) 🤔 Would you care to weigh in
Yeah you missed the status earbuds completely and I pretty much doubt you bought all of these I'm sure there was some sponsorship and sample sent to you
Great video as always brother! I have to agree with you on many of the top picks especially the AZ80. It’s such a good all rounder 🔥
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picky audio please tell him that oneplus buds pro 2 are the best sound quality according to what you said😢😢😢😢😢😢
Is the Freebuds Pro 3 one of the best options for me? if I am looking for noise canceling, sound quality and loudness... I also want those sitting with me not to hear the sound I play.
And I don't care about the mic and calls.... also I will use them while I am staying in my place, meaning that I will not move or play sports while using them
Congratulations for the always excellent reviews and for covering brands most reviewers miss, like Technics and Devialet.
Thank you very much!
I tried both of them and i prefer momentum 4...personnal preference...
Very structured and easy to comprehend. Averall a video that gives a variety of options when u search for a pair of earbuds that u want it to have a specific strong point.
You are amazing; so glad to have discovered you!
Thank you 👊🏼
Another great thorough review/list and great work. I still use my Evos regularly and I have a decent amount of good earbuds. Easy recommendation at their current price
Thank you!
While the Evos sound fantastic, I have been struggling with their tips, therefore fit.
Terrible as these are the best sounding in the pool of earbuds that I own.
@@sicebim1 I would recommend getting some Spinfit replacement tips honestly. The EVOS are a good solid overall pair of wireless earbuds & definitely worth at least trying the tips
I bought the Technics az80 just two days ago so it's really reassuring to see that they're considered as best overall
Just my opinion of course, but I think you made an excellent choice!
I have them since 6 months now, and despite of an excellent sound quality, I find their calls and mic quality poor. I was surprized to see in the review that calls quality is good. Practicly no voice isolation in a noisy environment. Everybody complains about not hearing me clearly during my calls.
The Technics AZ80 is bar none, the greatest set of wireless earbuds I've ever listened out of. It gives you that surreal feeling when you're listening to songs & hear something new that you were never able to catch with previous earphones. The customizability is the cherry on top, what a GOAT!
I'm sceptical of paying a lot for sound when cheaper wired options will top them all
@@johndoe-vc1weActually something like the technics or a sony or basically any better earbuds will be on par or even better then a simple wired earphone and you dont even have to fiddle with those annoying ahh wires :D
I sold mine. I don't understand the hype behind them. The denon perl pro, sennheiser momentum true wireless 3 and 4, Gemini ll, beoplay ex and the oneplus buds pro 3 sound better.
I use the Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 and I always get surprised when I call my friends and tell me they can hear me very clearly even when I am in a bar or in any noisy environment.
I use the huawei freebuds the non pro version and its very good, it gets the job done.
@@picanha694 it's so they can listen in and spy on us lol
The Beoplay EX is no joke, for me the sound quality is better than most earbuds and even headphones.
Hey bro, can u help me about B&O EX.. i wanna buy this earbuds but i'm not sure... sound quality and call performance is too much important for me. especially call quality. which earbuds is perfect for u? and also everyone says that anc/transparency is sucks on beoplay ex. what do u think?
@@Sonulema for me the beoplay EX is perfect for sound, but for call quality its rather a good-top tier, maybe not as good as the airpods pros. I recommend you to go ahead to your nearest B&O store so that you'll really know what you want. However it is really expensive for the EX, and for me the 2nd gen airpods pros will do enough for both areas, with tweaking the sound profile in the settings will do the job.
@@Sonulemaget Gemini 2 or MTW4
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@@Sonulema Well I nbought the HX full size headphones and I was really disappointed with them. The build quality is second to none and the sound clarity is great but not much bass (and I don't like too much, but it's weak on the HX), they're not very powerful compared with the Shure Aonic 40 I bought recently new for £150, and the ANC is very poor. I've only used them a few times and alrfeady the touch panel on the right side doesn't work, so in my opinion you're just paying for the name.
This is so good! I've listened to your covers so many times and this one in particular.
More incubus style please!
the DIVIALET Gemini II are for shure the best! No matter, what price. Once you've heard it, you'll buy it!
Can't wait to try these... And interesting how are they going in comparison with AZ80
One feature I love is “find my” feature. I think it’s something we will see more of since Tile is starting to collaborate.
I was missing the Technics not making it in any category until they came at #1 for best overall. This is an exceedingly good set. And apart from everything you mentioned, I would add (i) amazing sound stage and instrument separation and (ii) superb build quality which also extends to the case itself, which is among the most compact among top ranking models.
Is the Freebuds Pro 3 one of the best options for me? if I am looking for noise canceling, sound quality and loudness... I also want those sitting with me not to hear the sound I play.
And I don't care about the mic and calls.... also I will use them while I am staying in my place, meaning that I will not move or play sports while using them
Very thorough and helpful thx! I had an idea of which ones I wanted to purchase, and after watching this video it solidified my choice. I’m going to go with the Sony Linkbuds S. Thanks again!
Back to back tested the devialet , b@o ex , sennheiser 3 and one more evo over 2 hours. Cannot speak for the momentum 4 but the 3s are a clear step ahead of the other on pure audio quality. Other benefits were loudest output if needed and don't clip like the devialet did for me. The sound optimisation has to be done though to get the best from them.
I decided to upgrade my old WF-1000XM3 and went with the Gemini 2, got a good bargain through a buddy's company and got them for just over 300€, very excited to try them out!
Let us know what you think! I'd love to get Gemini 2 for only 300 haha
Crazy your video got recommended once more to me. You probably won't remember me, but around 2 years ago I stumbled upon your awards 2022 video and asked you about some advice about the Earfun Free Pro 2 and you ultimately helped me decide to try them out.
I used them for 2 years straight until I just recently lost them (that small form factor does have its downside I guess lol) and got myself the new pair of the Free Pro 3 (seem to be a slight bit better and I got them for 60 bucks, so Inwom't complain).
I just wanted to say that I remember you, I'm glad you're still doing this with even more earbuds and thank you once more.
Yes I do remember that! You also watched my best earbuds under 100 after that I believe. I'm glad I could recommend something you liked! That's really nice of you to check back in just to say thank you, I really appreciate it!
I have had the Technica AZ80s, Denon Pearl Pro's, the Sennheisser Momentum 4's and most recently bought the Devialet Gemini 2's. It's safe to say if you want something with immense sound, good multipoint connectivity and you mainly use them at home or on a train etc, the Devialet as the best by some distance. In terms of sound, it's not even close. If you want a good all rounder then I would go with the Technics, but if you have had a pair of Devialet 2's and you go back to the Technics, the Technics sound inferior to me.
I say the same thing. I had both and the devialet are so much better sounding.
The Technics, Jabra, and Bose are my favorites!
vote for Technics T80😂
Techics AZ-80's are my daily and they are truly fantastic!
Surprised to see Denon Perl Pro is missing in your list! Most of the other reviewers put them above MW4 and Beoplay Ex regarding sound quality.
I've got them in 6th for sound quality, but I totally see why others might put them higher up. They're quite inconsistent though - that personalised sound feature is a gimmick in my opinion. Repeat testing just gave me wildly different results
@@insidetechltddamn I ordered the Perl pro, it’s coming 2marrow
@@insidetechltdTurn off spatial and leave the custom sound on. It makes everything way clearer. Turn off spatial and personalized sound and you get a flat sound that is still clean and very detailed.
@@insidetechltdnonsense it’s way better than any earbuds I have ever heard, so much better than the mtw4 which I have in my line up as well
@@insidetechltd It really depends on how clean your ears are. I also switched to Spinfit for a better fit.
Fantastic review man, this video really helped me out.
Thank you. Glad I could help!
Thank you for such a comprehensive and well researched review video essay. Very helpful
Thanks for watching!
No prize for the Sony XM5? It is my daily driver. Love the super compact case, almost the same size as the AirPods 2, the super ergonomic shapes of the case and buds, and the overall sound quality and ANC.
can you tell me how much better the xm5's sound quality is than the app2 please? which one do you like more ?
yh
I had to return them because everyone said I sounded terrible on calls
@@runawaytechgal1467 I tested them in a noisy environment against the Apple 2 Pro, and it's without question that the XM5 is much superior, particularly with the latest firmware, which significantly improved mic quality. That being said, it is not the best mic in the market. It is just that Apple's are really bad in noisy environments. I also own a Technics AZ80, which is slightly better than the XM5 in mic quality. But my real winner for mic quality is the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro. The mic quality in noisy environments of these little buds is mind blowing.
@@nimrodszocs2795 Since I got my XM5 and AZ80, my Airpods Pro 2 sit on the couch, for watching Apple TV only, where the spacial audio makes a nice difference. For daily commuting both are superior to Apple in both sound quality and mic quality. Apple is particularly bad with mic in noisy environments. And does not multipoint outside of Apple devices, which is a deal breaker for me.
Thanks for all the effort you clearly put into this video. It helped me make a more informed purchasing decision. And this is honestly the most thorough and helpful wireless earbuds roundup I've ever seen. Cheers, and thanks again!
Thank you!
Really loved the attention to detail here.
You have obviously collected and ranked/ordered a lot of data and scores.
Im interested in a mix of a few priorities and looking for the best combined anc sound quality and fit, with lower priorities for waterproofing or mic.
Is data or scoring available so that this sort of sorting could be done?
The aim is to get the data all together so people can do exactly that - have options people can tick and so on to narrow down their choices. I haven't had time to make that yet with so much other work to do, but i'm working on it!
@@insidetechltd let me know if there is anything I can help with there. With this many options I fell into desicion paralysis easily
Wher can we find your complete top 20 list
Good list, when I see az80 is on the list, then its deserve a like, most youtuber only test and recommend such brands like SONY, HUAWEI, AIRPOD, even BEATS and so on, they never try others and u have tried lot of earphone with different brands, u should deserve more likes!
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FINALLY someone who takes the mic quality for phone calls seriously!! Thank you 🙏🏼
You're welcome!
prices are insane these days. 300 dollars for earbuds OMG... I have my Earfun Air pro 3 already a year now and am still very happy with them. Use them for Work (amazing distance, can walk to the coffee machine outside my room without losing any connection. Music listening i am very happy as well. As with the battery life combined with the case. Happy camper!!!
If you get the top shelf version of any electronic device, it'll get costly. I'm pretty amazed at the sound quality you can get out of earbuds these days!! As long as they last for years, $300 isn't bad!
@@dansourile5444 Lets agree to disagree. Speaking for people with a nornal real world budget this is just not acceptable
I've seen a test with the Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 in a car with open windows and driving 70 km/h and there was (nearly or really) no wind at all hearable. You test this 1More Evo and I can hear the wind still for a short moment while your standing. The Freebuds Pro 3 have the nearly maximum quality out of the 16 kHz available over Bluetooth for the mic.
It's very impressive to not even find the Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 in the Top 3 for mic-quality. Call quality is really important and they do very well.
I have them in 4th for mic quality - so it's quite clear that both testers found the earbuds to be extremely good for phone calls
I do find myself grabbing the Liberty 4s for calls (I only have a few different pairs)
What no one ever mentions is the battery degradation over time. I so wish companies would make it possible to swap out the batteries. As I've had my Sony XM4's for just over two years and now a charge only lasts ten minutes in one ear.
Great video! Do you have the full ranking list anywhere ?
So glad to see my daily driver, the Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 ! They are way underrated!
Agreed!
Unfortunately, for listening to music they are not a better choice. Highs are harsh and cause sibilants. Annoying to listen to female vocals. Bass response is very slow also.
Hi there, really interesting video.
Myself i was thinking to choose between yamaha tw-e7b, denon perl pro and technics az80. At the moment I'm using the first Gemini model.
Hi okay I would like to say it really does depend on what ur looking for the az 80 has clarity close to the Gemini 2 earbuds for 200 dollars cheaper which are the best sounding earbuds along with the pi8s which aren’t mentioned for only 300 denon has issues with consistency and the sound test can increase clarity however it won’t be better than ur Alr owned deviate the only thing that will be better is the bass and punch so if u want an hip hop rap or rock get the denon for the punch, if u want clarity for detailed songs and female and male vocals use the az80
Nice video, really appreciate your hard work to test out all these earbuds 👍
Thank you very much!
Technics az80s are amazing
Finally, someone who actually tests the earbuds and gives an actual personal review. Thanks for doing the leg work and making a great review.
Wow, very comprehensive overview on the 2024 TW market. Chapeau!
Amazing work, great video
Thank you!
Great insight.thanks thanks.
Thanks a lot!
CASE SIZE would be a key factor. I want the smallest profile possible, and hope to get a lapel loop too. Otherwise great video.
I was unable to make a selection, may need to wait another year. I want the Sonys to have wireless charging, and the Jabras to not look like that.
Excellent video as always!! ❤
Thank you 👊🏼
Incredible Video Mind Blowing
Amazing video!!! You are the greatest of all comparison I videos I have watched. (And I have a ton)
Thank you 💚
Which one wins best overall on a budget? A la best value for money?
Completely brilliant review!! Just what I was looking for...thanks
Thanks a lot!
Own the Limkbud S - excellent sound and lightweight. Handily beat my AirPods and think punches way above its weight. Only issue is that there seems to be an issue with left channel battery drain.
I like my JVC HA-30T, ANC u can turn off, BASS & Flat, an a small case, ive used them for a phone call on them once an had no issues at all.
1More EVO sounds amazing, looks great, and is an incredible value!
Excellent video, and most informative. Thank you!
Thanks a lot!
Great insights, thank you! QQ: Can the Sony LinkBuds be used for working out as well?
They can, and there is an IPX4 rating to protect against sweat. They might not stay securely in your ears though, it varies by person. I can run with them absolutely fine, but the slip laying flat on a workout bench
Devialet Gemini 2 or Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX should be the best overall
Thorough. Impressed with the quality of work put into this review. Kudos!
Thanks a lot!
What's your thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro or the Akg n400? Crinacle praised them for their audio quality and neither were mentioned in this video
This is a tech reviewer not an audiophile. Massive difference in expertise.
I don't see any scenario in which the Buds Pro 2 touch B&O, the Geminis, etc. Just a different tier of product. Especially since they only work best with Samsung phones (due to proprietary codecs).
@@dansourile5444would the work with a google pixel?
I love the stare into the distance at the end of the mic review
Feels weird to just stare straight into the lens
Was in two minds about that. Seems almost dismissive of the product reviewed
Bose call quality is in par with 4 dollars headphones on aliexpress 😂
Bose lives on its name.
Those who buy Bose are complete Dimwits
If it wasn't for their premium sound quality they wouldn't be worth the price they charge
@@netnomad47 Premium sound quality MY ARSE ..Fk them
@@netnomad47they aren’t worth the price they charge lol
I loved my Sony Linkbuds S until the right earbud battery started to sharply decline after about 1.5 years. Apparently the Sony battery issue is pretty well known but I had hoped to get a longer life out of them.
Same, the only ones I've had that don't hurt my ears but the right bud gives me less than 20 minutes after a year
I have the same experience. I love them but the battery issue is horrible. But I was lucky to get money back as mine was still in warranty. Now I'm thinking about Jabra Elite 8.
Same, except mine is the left one 😢
Great video. I love that you included older earbuds as well
Thank you!
Is it worthwhile to purchase the Devialet Gemini II over the Technics EAH-AZ80E if sound quality is a priority, or is the difference not significant?
It's subjective since everyone hears differently. But i'd say there is enough of a difference, yes. It's like Technics is at the top of a list of many great sounding earbuds, but Devialet is in the next category up where very few earbuds belong
Excellent review - in depth testing and a wide range of devices looked at.
It's also great that you mention ear tips - I use spinfit ear tips as the difference in audio quality and comfort more than justifies their price.
In the past I've had the Sony linkbud S and really liked them as small all rounders.
However, I settled on the apple airpods pro 2 which I used with my android LG v60 and more recently with an iPhone. The airpods pro 2 (with spinfit ear tips) are my go to all rounder for noise cancellation, transparency, audio quality, comfort, controls, pocketability and longevity (the battery can be replaced too)- for my android and ios devices.
I have some Status Between ANC earbuds and love their triple driver audio quality. They don't support Aptx or LDAC, showing just how more important hardware, good tuning and good fit is for audio quality compared to codecs (also source files matter. I switched from Spotify to apple music on android and ios and the difference is huge - and the same price). Battery life on the Status Between ANC is excellent with 8hrs on ANC (their ANC is decent but not airpods level). Without ANC, the Status Between earbuds battery life is an excellent 12hrs. The earbuds and case are Ipx 5 rated. For £160 I've found them excellent value. And I like their distinct appearance compared to most other earbuds.
I was wondering if you'd tested the Status and how they compare to the Geminis? (Only 5hrs battery life for the Gemini rules them out for me).
I was wondering if you've tested the Cambridge Audio m100? I had the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ and loved the superb mids and audio quality, small size and long battery life.
I have a full review already for the Status earbuds on the channel. Gemini offers superior detail, instrument separation and soundstage. Also other benefits like comfort and stronger ANC.
Not tested the CA M100 yet, but i've tested and featured their previous earbuds on the channel in the past. I personally prefer the Touch model to the 1+ and they featured some of the best audio quality for the price
@@insidetechltd thanks for your reply, much appreciated. It’s great to have the choice now.
If the next Gemini has a much longer battery life I’d definitely consider them.
The Status Between ANC with their audio, ipx rating and 12hrs battery (without anc which wasn’t important for how intended to use them) and at £160, were hard to beat for me when I already had the AirPods Pro 2 (brilliant all rounder. And they have a replaceable battery - a consideration for me. I have some detachable Shure mmcx earbuds that work with Bluetooth ear hooks or cables and have lasted 10years).
I love good audio quality but when I’m out and about there is a limit to how much I can do focussed listening (and when I’m out and about I’m mostly listening to podcasts and audiobooks).
At home I have planar wireless headphones for convenience and wired IEMs & headphones which, with a decent dac amp give me better audio quality, staging etc that I’ve yet heard on wireless earbuds.
I’ve only just come across your channel and subscribed because of your review as it’s an excellent. I’m going to enjoy going through your other videos and when I’m next after earbuds and more I’ll be back for sure!
battery can be replaced on airpods pro 2? huh?
@@papervws yup. Take them into an Apple Store or send them in. They’re built to last.
I’ve had some wireless earbuds from lypertek and others where the battery drops significantly after a year. The battery in Sony wireless earbuds lasts and lasts. I’ve still got some wfxm3’s. The battery can be replaced but it’s very tricky and easy to break.
Fairphone do headphones and I think are doing earbuds.
Yes the battery can be replaced on the Airpods pro 2. One of the reasons I got them.
Fairphone also do a range including audio that are even easier to do.
Have the Elite 10 and they have amazing comfort, sound quality and ANC is good
Is the Freebuds Pro 3 one of the best options for me? if I am looking for noise canceling, sound quality and loudness... I also want those sitting with me not to hear the sound I play.
And I don't care about the mic and calls.... also I will use them while I am staying in my place, meaning that I will not move or play sports while using them
I read the added a wind noise reduction. Im a lot on my bike, so is it any good?
Bose open earbuds remain on your ear through a kickboxing match. I literally sleep with them in every night and they never ever ever fall out (and I forget when I’m wearing them 99% of the time); but I’ve been a gigging drummer for 25 years, and am functionally deaf, and they are not loud enough, and the mic for phone calls is a total joke (no one can hear me speaking in a quiet room). I just got Sony’s open earbuds and I’m testing them out now to see how they do.
Im not going to watch the full video because I'm not in this country. But I will give it a like for all the hardwork you have put. I can tell just from the gist
What a great video, thank you.
Thanks a lot!
I have had the AZ80's since release. For sound quality, they are the best I've heard. For ANC, They were WELL behind Sony's 1000 5's and the Bose Ultra's which are hands down the best I've heard. I still have the AZ80's but use the 1000 5's day to day. I would have kept the bose except the sound quality was below average due to inbalanced bass.
I have both the TWS3 and 4. i'm pretty sure all they changed was the battery. My 3's stopped working long ago as both left and right batteries are dead. I took them apart and fixed them once, Worked for a month then both went dead cell. But they are some of the best sounding buds for there price.
What are your favourite earbuds right now..? 👇🏼
Plz respond. I honestly appreciate all your entries and testing with audio products and Im asking if u could review the oneplus buds 3
I've already tested the OnePlus buds 3. I think they're gonna make it into a budget earbuds video later in the year 👍🏼
I've tried a bunch over the past few months and I personally like the jbl tune buds the most. Best comfort, bass and sound quality overall for me.
The ones that I have. Jabra Elite 7 Active, but I will buy Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2, last of it's kind 😎
The only buds I can use (fortunately I love them) are LG tone free fp9. they are nickel free, latex free, free of any other trash materials other makers must be using 😅. I have VERY sensitive skin in my ears (started after age 50....), and everything else results in weepy itchy ears. I'd love variety but I'm glad that I found those ❤
Great video...can you highlight their compatibility with iPhones?
Thank you! They're all compatible with iPhones 👍🏼
Both Jabras were a letdown for me this year. I prefer buds over stems and don’t really care about mic quality. Linkbuds are solid for their price but their sound is hugely underwhelming compared to many other options.
I’m an Apple user and the daily driver is the Momentum 4s, alternating with Bose because the comfort fit is better and so is the ANC, but M4 have as large as a gap on Bose in sound quality as Bose has in ANC.
Solid review and breakdown fella, appreciate the effort and detail.
Thank you 👌🏼
Jabra was a letdown in what sense. It won't compete against the momentum for sound or the Bose for ANC. Both of which are class leaders in those respective categories
@@johndoe-vc1we I'd rather use the Samsung Galaxy FE than either of them. The Nothing Ear are miles better in several areas, got mine during a prime sale for 100$. That kind of sense of letdown. Nevermind the new Galaxy buds pro 3 wipe the floor with just about everything other than IP rating. Take care bud
@@bichaeLmartoN963 I've had my eye on the FE but it won't compete for ANC with the Elite 10. Also why would you go with the jabras if you had a momentum and Bose already? I have none of the above.
Interested to know where would the Galaxy buds and Pixel buds rank amongst these earbuds?
Svanar for sound quality?
One of the best earbuds review roundsups I've watched, great job
Thank you 🙏🏼
Hi! Looking for my first earbuds, I am considering Jabra Elite 8 Active (among the "bunch"). In the past I appreciated the high-quality sound of Jabra On-Hear headphones, but regarding Elite 8 Active I'm reading on Amazon Italy Site that this model has often been returned. What's Your opinion on Elite 8 Active? Just consider that I would like to have earbuds that can be practical (thumbs up for no-touch commands: what if You're wearing gloves.....?), user-friendly, stable on my ears, with good sound quality, not bulky, Google Assistant compatible. And that, in winter, I often wear wool hats covering my ears. Thank You so much for helping with my choice and greetings from Italy!
Amazing video! Helped clear a lot of questions :) How would you compare the bass quality between MTW4, AZ80, and the Geminis?
Thanks! MTW4 and AZ80 is similar in that compared to Gemini II it has more of that boomy, consumer-friendly bass. Some people really like this because it gives a warm and full-sounding low end. Gemini's bass is faster, cleaner and more accurate. Something audiophiles would likely appreciate more
Love how you include the mic test for every 1st place winner, thank you
I figured people might want to know 👊🏼
Do you get the Mifo 05 these are worth a look. I have the Gen 1 but looking to upgrade to the Gen 3. 150 hours and ipX7 rating
I haven't actually yet, but i'll try to get them in for next year's awards video!
A really helpful review. Thanks
Have you tried ROG Cetra TWS SpeedNova? My JBL quantum tws is broke cuz I put them into washing machine, and now I'm thinking on an upgrade. The ANC of quantum is so inferior to airpods pro, don't know if Cetra cancels noise better
No I haven't, worth checking out do you think?
@@insidetechltd given the reputation of the old ROG Cetra TWS, it shouldn’t be a bad product. But it’s too pricy
I have had 3 pairs of Bose. Including the Ultra. All faulty.
where can we find your document of all buds ratings in categories? that would be helpfull
Not available at the moment, still an on-going process adding earbuds to the least and tweaking the formulae I use
awesome content enriched with valuable information. thank you
Will the spinfit work with the Gemini 2?
Yes
I almost agree with you. I tested the AirPod Pro 2 vs the Bose QC Ultra on a 9h flight. The AirPod were isolating peoples chatter even better than the Bose. I had to return the Bose because of the horrific call quality.
Excellent list and completely agree with your picks but maybe not the order 🎉
Thank you!
I’m looking for a serious alternative to Powerbeats Pro. I tried Beats Fit Pro but they are painful. AirPods Pro fall out of my ears.
I use Apple ecosystem, but the main issue is that I need not to think about buds falling out.
Is the Freebuds Pro 3 one of the best options for me? if I am looking for noise canceling, sound quality and loudness... I also want those sitting with me not to hear the sound I play.
And I don't care about the mic and calls.... also I will use them while I am staying in my place, meaning that I will not move or play sports while using them
@asemalawiHb If you don't care about calls and mic performance, it's better to choose something else cause highs in Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 are harsh. They have sibilants though.
Could you do a video on Auracast? I'm having a hard time figuring out which devices support it. Earbuds, transmitters, USB adapters, Windows version, Android version, different phones...
Because earbuds need a controller to pick the broadcast, it's harder than just having a compatible transmitter and receiver.
I think the issue is it's still a bit early for Auracast. Unless you're buying with the next 2-3 years in mind specifically, I wouldn't worry too much. It'll become more widely available in the future and I expect will become a useful feature - but for now it's early days
Not on your list, but Denon Perl Pro all day long. Be sure to personalize and tweak for a while and experiment, but when you hit the sweet spot, WOW! They end up sounding like you're sitting in a room listening to music rather than just having it pumped into your ears through little earbuds. I have spent far too much money on earbuds as music is my life. My Denons are so important to me that I am becoming a bit of a bore for banging on about them lol. But I don't care, I only want people to hear great music in a great way. Hope this helps.
I'm really glad you like them! I can understand why, they're capable of some amazing, immersive sound 👌🏼
Is it possible to obtain a list ranking sound quality?
I too love sony linkbuds S❤❤. Thanks for your great video. Everything you said was so detailed and brief. Overall great one bro
Thank you very much!
Thank you for doing this video!! 🙏
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do you have a chart somewhere with all the rankings on it? it would be great to be able to compare other options with the winners.
I felt compelled to comment here after seeing the Linkbuds S as number 2 choice.
I have had these for the past 14 months. And I agree they are great.
However... There is a known fault in them where at around 13+ months the left earbud battery just dies. like lasts 10 minutes. This is quite a widespread issue, and is in fact the reason that I am here now as I am looking for a new set of earphones. So I would consider that if you are looking to purchase the Sony linkbuds S based on this video.
Thank you for commenting! I've had mine since launch and for me they are still working fine - but I also don't use them all the time as my sole earbuds (which most people buying them would). So it's good to hear the real experience of others to help inform people 👍🏼
I've got a video coming up which feature LinkBuds S again, and I think this time i'll mention that some people are experiencing issues
Hi do you update your linkbuds S software? I find it the battery gets drain faster when you update the newer software.
I got the jabra 10s after this review. 4 out if 10 for me. If my phones locked they don't connect anc is average and there's no button options in the app that allow you to force connect them by pushing the buttons on the actual earbuds. Only pause skip etc. So if they don't connect you have to put them back in the case and take them out and put them back intiur ears all over again.
Very good informative video, airpods pro 2 is what I'm going for. Thank you for helping me deciding!
You're welcome!
The Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 got 5th on the mic test? What was 4th for mic quality? HFP3's better/worse than the QuietComfort Ultra or Ultra Open? How about 4th and 5th for ANC?
I actually have them in 4th now with the latest updates. Yes, better than Bose. 4th and 5th for ANC technically feature in the video since i mentioned not wanting to have repeating the Bose entires for older models. Soundcore's Liberty 4 NC would follow in the list based on that criteria
is that oval face one still the best for calls? and do they workindependently from each other? also I remove the rubber to have the ear breathe. any idea about that?=