It’s a laudable goal, but these earphones still have to perform – otherwise, they won’t be of much use to anyone. Design Even though the brand has been around for more than 10 years, it appears they may have some kinks to work out. However, this Urbanears headphones review will break everything down to make sure you know what you’re in for when you invest in one of their audio experiences. Urbanears Headphones Review At 3.95g per bud, you can wear the Boo Tip for a while without experiencing any discomfort; but there’s something about the way they fit that doesn’t gel for me. Like Sony with its recent LinkBuds, Urbanears is making a beeline to become climate neutral in its operations; but the Swedish lifestyle brand is looking to get there sooner with its 2030 target. The Boo Tip and the Boo earphones are the first products out of the gate. Now that you have seen some of the brand’s products and how they compare with a competitor, this Urbanears headphones review would like to show you what their customers really think.

Urbanears’ Boo Tip are the Captain Planet of true wireless earbuds. Like the 1990’s green-mullet sporting hero, sustainability is at the core of the Boo Tip buds’ message, with the units manufactured from plastic recycled materials.Crossing one particularly busy street we found that the headphones seemed to be cutting out more than they were actually playing the music. Step into more Marshall territory and the headphones still hold up well, although detail can occasionally suffer. I Found a Way by Alkaline Trio is expressive and dynamic through the headphones, even if you won’t be blown away by how clearly you can hear the bass buried in the mix. In addition, although the wash of ambient sound can mix with music, on the underground it didn’t get to the point where it overwhelmed the music I was listening to. You get small, medium and large silicone tips to manage the seal/fit, and swapping between medium and large had no discernible effect on the sound quality.

Some may actually prefer the loose fit. The popularity of Apple’s AirPods show that people aren’t too concerned about hearing what’s around them and their music at the same time. While the seal isn’t always the strongest, the Boo Tip never felt like they would fall out, whether as a result of vigorous head shakes or running up the steps to try to catch a train – they always remained in place. So they’re loose, but music still sounds good – even though bass is slightly impacted. Similar to Urbanears, all of Treblab’s earphones, except for the N8’s, are compatible with Bluetooth 5.0. The brand also has more water-resistant options, which is appreciated depending on where you live. Battery life with the case is 30 hours, 4.5 hours per earphone. In the few weeks I’ve used the buds, I haven’t needed to charge the case often. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I did. There’s no mention of fast or wireless charging, but the latter seems unlikely. Like other Zound Industries’ wireless earphones, the Boo Tip limit charge to 80% to prolong the use of the buds.Because of their need to contain a battery, many wireless headphones end up feeling a little weighty. The Plattan 2 Bluetooth have no such problem, but this can give them a slightly cheap feel. Frankly, they still feel well constructed so we wouldn’t get too hung up about it. PCMag writer Tim Gideon writes in his 2020 Urbanears Luma Review that the headphones have a stylish and sophisticated look, which is offered in a variety of colorways. He also enjoyed how the earphones are water-resistant, adding that the mic provided lots of clarity. But as good as they sound, this barely matters with the amount of dropouts we experienced with these headphones. When we did our initial listen in a hotel room these were less apparent, but step into an area with more interference and the drop-outs are regular.

Founded in 2015 by CEO and founder, Alexander Malamud, Treblab manufactures personal listening devices that are accessible for everyone. Treblab is headquartered in Miami, FL, and takes a customer-centered methodology to all their innovative designs. The soundstage is described with width; it isn’t too dissimilar to the similarly priced 1More ColorBuds 2, allowing vocals and instruments to breath while avoiding that feel of a soundstage that’s described in cramped terms. The earphones are rated at IPX4, so these are an option for use while exercising or during wet weather. The case is rated to IPX3, which is good enough to fend off sprays of water.With their comfortable fit and sleek design, Urbanears headphones are the perfect way to enjoy your music. In our collection of the label’s headphones, you’ll discover an array of lightweight and easily portable options – so you can enjoy your favourite songs on the go. Yes, the soundstage is a touch constricted, but we’re inclined to give it a pass at this price point. Even Lena agrees, “ I was looking for some headphones like the ones from Urbanears for a while and I was so excited to see them available for such a reasonable price. I bought them right away and I’ve been using them for 3-4months now and so far the experience is great.” There’s good dynamism, both in the broad sense and at a smaller scale in how the earphones describe the difference between quiet and louder moments, whether it’s dealing with a voice such as Anette Askvik’s in Liberty or the orchestral instruments in the Theme from Ant-Man. There’s a naturalism in the way they conduct themselves, with a nice sense of energy and flow that isn’t over-egged. It makes for a smooth, engaging listen across a range of genres.