Monster iSport Achieve In-Ear Bluetooth Wireless Headphones - In-ear wireless - Black

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Thankfully, even with the slightly distracting weight of the remote, the headphones didn’t budge from my ears throughout testing. This is thanks to the wingtips that lodge securely into your outer ear to help anchor them in place. Designed with athletes in mind, the iSport Freedom Wireless headphones are lightweight and feature a secure fit, allowing users to enjoy their favorite music during physical activities without fear of the headphones slipping off. Wireless reliability loses the Monster iSport Spirit a point or two – and these days you can afford to be demanding about the quality of Bluetooth signal in a pair. However, the only real issue in earphones that are so clearly sport and exercise-centric is the wireless. There’s some mild noise in one channel and the Bluetooth is less reliable than average at this point. Bass is big and punchy, if quite poorly controlled when you stop for a moment and listen with your critical head screwed on. There’s some boominess in songs with strong bass, but it doesn’t leave the iSport Spirit sounding muggy or dominated by bass. There’s real energy in the treble to counteract this.

As a pair of sporty on-ear headphones there’s plenty to like about the Monster iSport Freedom. The surprisingly lightweight design make them perfect for the gym and the bright, reflective exterior is great for running at night. It manages a faultless Bluetooth performance and the water-resistance is a real bonus especially if you get a real sweat on.The Monster iSport Spirit are less subtle and refined than the SoundMagic E10BT, the OnePlus Bullets Wireless or the Skullcandy Method Wireless. However, their combo of big bass and largely harshness-free treble energy is a good fit if you want to use music for motivation. Verdict Bluetooth wireless is the main concern with the Monster iSport Spirit, and not in the usual manner. Once they’re settled in, performance is perfectly good, with just a momentary blip or two for every handful of hours of listening. Like the iSport Victory, the SuperSlim are washable, so you can run them under a tap to clean off any sweat off. We’d suggest making sure the USB latch is closed – although having forgotten to do this on one occasion, we’re please to say that we didn’t encounter any problems of it malfunctioning or not being able to charge.

If you want headphones that will become a seamless part of your workout then you might find the tug of the remote control’s weight too distracting. The iSport Victory’s sound quality is reasonable for the money, but I wish there was more of a middle-ground between the two sound profiles. The result is sound with real energy and drive, even if the bass is just too juvenile to keep pace with anything more complicated than a “four to the floor” pulse. The problem with suggesting an alternative is that there simply aren’t any really great on-ear headphones that can offer the kind of features the Freedoms can. If you are happy to go in-ear there are definitely some great options like the Pioneer SE-E721 or the Sennheiser PMX-685i, which do have a headband-style design. If you are willing to spend big, then the Monster iSport Victory in-ears do a much better job than Monster’s on-ears. Verdict

It doesn’t take long after you prise them out of the box to realise that these are undeniably sports headphones. The neon green running through the interior of the headband all the way to the earcups ensure the Freedoms truly stand out. That’s before spotting the big reflective strip to aid visibility and make them ideal for night-time runs. As mentioned, the Monster iSport Victory offer two sound profiles and you can easily toggle between them by holding both volume buttons together for three seconds. However, if you want to chance it, and buy from a retailer that won’t make a fuss if you try to return them if they fail to work properly with your phone, they’re worth a shot. For runners and gym fans, at any rate. We were big fans of the iSport Victory, and with the addition of Bluetooth connectivity, the iSport SuperSlim will be even more of a runner or gym lover’s best friend. We love the washable, secure design and can live without the finesse in the sound quality for what is, overall, a great sounding pair of sports headphones. The iSport Spirit’s entire sound is all about this sort of motivation. It’s aggressive, in a way that works perfectly for exercise.

The Monster iSport Freedom Wireless headphones are a popular choice for individuals seeking a wireless audio solution. These headphones offer a convenient and hassle-free listening experience, as they eliminate the need for cumbersome wires. The cable is surprisingly thin and doesn’t weigh very much as a result, making it less noticeable. It’s also pretty flexible, managing to deal well with the rigours of having the headphones thrown casually in my gym bag without any extra protection. A small travel pouch is included, but I didn’t find a need for it.These headphones also boast a long battery life, allowing users to enjoy their music for extended periods without the need for constant recharging. Additionally, the headphones feature a convenient built-in microphone, enabling users to make and receive phone calls without having to remove the headphones. Featuring Bluetooth technology, these headphones offer a seamless and stable connection to compatible devices. The wireless range allows users to move freely within a certain distance from the device without losing audio quality.

However, the problem is with the initial connection. On occasion you’ll hear stutters every 1.5-2 seconds on pairing. A couple of times this has persisted long enough for me to stop listening. The headphones fold down easily, collapsing at hinges just above each ear. You get a drawstring carrying pouch, a USB charging cable, and the aforementioned audio cable. Connectivity is all taken care of over on the left earcup where small rubbery latches protect the ports for the headphone cable and microUSB to USB charging cable both of which are provided alongside a small carry bag and a cleaning cloth which will come in handy for the fluff-attracting ear cushions.

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Although the iSport Victory don’t sit quite as flush against your ears as the iSport SuperSlim, they don’t protrude enough to make them feel like they’ll fall out at any moment. Even after building up a sweat, the headphones continued to feel secure in my ears. Monster iSport Victory – Sound and call quality The bar continues to be raised for sound quality when it comes to sports headphones. As we’ve already mentioned, Monster’s typically bassy sound isn’t going to be for everyone, but the company delivers some of the best-sounding sports headphones out there. Such extras are a welcome addition in what are a fairly low-cost pair of earphones. The battery indicator is another such example. When you turn on the Monster iSport Spirits, a voice prompt tells you whether the battery level is ‘low’, ‘medium’, or ‘high’. We’re not dealing with scientific-like accuracy here, but getting a nod when you’re running low is helpful. If you’re more heavy house than audiobook enthusiast, then you’ll love them. It’s all about the bass, but it isn’t delivered in the erratic way of other wireless sports headphones – such as the Beats PowerBeats.