4 best earphones and headphones for running
Running, especially alone, can be pretty boring without music by your side. But, at the same time, it is a bit difficult to find earphones that will be a companion and not a burden on your run by falling out of the ears, tangling or just being too heavy to be comfortable. So here are some suggestions for comfortable audio devices that you will be happy to have by your side on the next run, from headphones and smart headphones to wireless earphones.
Yurbuds Inspire 500
A lot of people have issues with finding the best fitting earbuds so that they are not a disturbance during workout, and this is where Yurbuds Inspire 500 come to the scene. Because the size of the earbuds is personalized, you can be sure that they will fit no matter how big or small your ears are. They are great for runners as they use the Twist Lock technology that locks the earbuds in so during a run, they will comfortably stay put. As other JBL earphones, Inspire 500 also have exceptional sound with strong bass that will keep you going. They are wireless and connect to most smartphones using Bluetooth. You have to charge Inspire 500 only after 8 hours of use, which would be okay even for a marathon. They come in black and light blue color, and you can purchase your pair at JBL website for $59.95.
Vinci 2.0
We already wrote about these but we simply must mention them again: Vinci 2.0. They are smart workout headphones that use AI technology and your phone’s smart assistant making them a great companion on the run. As they work even when you leave your phone at home, you will not have to worry if the phone will fall out of the pocket while you run and yet you will not miss a single notification. They also measure health and fitness data. Vinci 2.0 lets you use only your voice without having to stop and play music, take calls, read notifications or find your way home. They have noise canceling modes that you can choose from to keep you safe on the run and the battery will last you 8 hours of standalone use or 20 hours when connected to a device. You can read more about Vinci 2.0 on Samma3a tech and order them from Indiegogo website, starting at $99.
Plantronics BackBeat FIT
If you are looking for wireless earphones that are simple to use, take a look at Plantronics BackBeat Fit. Designed for workout, you can use them to listen to music, answer calls and also access the Personal Coach App that will offer you audio coaching and different workouts. They are not fully noise canceling so you will still be aware of your surrounding while you run, but they offer good sound quality with a rich base. They are rain and sweat resistant so even running in the rain will not damage them. BackBeat FIT has neckband with short cords for earbuds that follow your motion without disturbing you on the run. The battery lasts around 8 hours of playback time plus 16 additional hours when charged in the charging pouch. They come in many different colors and you can buy them at Plantronics website for $159.99.
Monster iSport Freedom 2
Last on the list are headphones for those who prefer on-ear device when running: the Monster iSport Freedom 2. These headphones are wireless and connect to your smartphone using Bluetooth. Besides this, they still have a headphone jack that you can plug a cord in when they run out of battery to keep using them. But this will not happen that often as they offer over 24 hours of active music playback which is truly amazing. For what they are they must be bulky but iSport Freedom 2 is still a pretty light pair of headphones that will not be too much of a burden when you run, especially because the ear cups are soft. They also have a microphone through which you can answer calls or access personal assistant on your smartphone. They are cheaper than many other on-ear wireless headphones and you can order them on Monster website for $199.
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