Earbud Headphones Buying Guide

Headphones have become an indispensable product in our daily life, which brings great convenience for us to listen to music or answer the phone calls. Of course, there are many kinds of headphones, such as wired headsets, wireless Bluetooth headsets, earpiece headphone and in-ear earbuds, and of course, the most popular true wireless Bluetooth earbuds headphones (TWS earbuds). In this post, we will give you a detailed instruction of what is earbuds headphones? How many types types it has, and how to choose or purchase the most suitable earbuds headphones.

What is earbuds headphones?

There have two main types about earphones, the one is earphone and the othe is over ear headphone. and the earphones divided into in-ear headphones and half in-ear headphone or earbuds earphones.

The in-ear headphones are introduced into the ear canal. This variant is used, for example, for in-ear monitoring. They are available in various materials such as foam or silicone. In the professional field, however, in-ear monitoring is individually adapted to the ears by inserting the listener into an otoplasty made of silicone or acrylic. This made-to-measure production is made by hearing aid acoustics. They are very comfortable and safe to wear, durable, easy to clean and offer the best insulation of outside noise.

And the earbud earphones or half-in-ear-headphones are such earphones, which are used in the earpiece (Pinna). Some people find it unpleasant. For this, they are space-saving and suitable for traveling. 

4 types of earbuds headphones

The different types of earbuds are all depends on the usage, quality, style, and brands of your choice. All you have to do is to select the perfect fit for yourself.

Sports Earbuds
What usually happens while exercising or while playing sports? You become sweaty, and you have to move frantically. Taking those into account, the waterproof, sweatproof, and perfectly stable pair of sports earbuds is the great option to use in this scenario. Sports earbuds also allow you to adjust the music volume accordingly. This feature helps you to focus on the music while exercising.

Earbuds with Microphones
Earbuds with microphones are a great advantage when it comes to making a call in noisy environments. Such earbuds are perfect for work and commute. The microphone increases the versatility of earbuds too.

Wireless Earbuds
Isn't it frustrating when you have to untangle the wires of your earphones every time you want to use them? We know the struggle. To solve this problem, all you have to do is to simply buy yourself a pair of wireless earbuds to enjoy your music peacefully. You can easily get a pair of wireless earbuds with the 4.0 Bluetooth technology or higher. Wireless earbuds are also best for traveling. They save you time and energy in that you won’t have to untangle them every time. Also, without any wire in your earbuds, you won’t have to think about any damage to the wire.

Wired Earbuds
Unfortunately, it is easy to lose wireless earbuds if you have not fixed them properly inside your ear. One of the best solutions to this problem is to use wired earbuds.

Although most of the people are opting for the TWS wireless earbuds nowadays, if you are someone who loses things easily, then wired earbuds are the best choice for you. The wire helps you to fit the earbud securely around your ear and inside it.

6 things to consider before buying a earbuds headphones

All earbuds earphones provide some basic features that are crucial for good sound quality and listening experience. Here is what you should focus on while buying the earbuds earphones:

Impedance
Generally, impedance is the power that turns the earbuds on so you can play music on it. Since it is measured in Ohms, the ideal impedance for earbuds is somewhere under 500 Ohms.

Frequency Response
The frequency response tells about the quality of audio. Most of the earbuds offer frequency within an audible range of 20-20,000 Hz. Earbuds that work within a lower range of frequency response are great at the bass quality.

Mono or Stereo
If your earbuds are stereo, it means that you can adjust the volume of each earbud using its separate audio channel. This improves the sound quality. Whereas, in mono earbuds, you cannot adjust the volume of each earpiece separately.

Weight
If your earphones are made up of such material that is heavy to wear, it means that you are stressing your ears with the heavy weight of your earphones. Earbuds are designed in such a way that they should be light to wear and carry. There is also a range of Super Light Earbuds available in the market. These Super Light Earbuds make you feel like you are not wearing anything on your ears.

Comfort
The minimalist look of earbuds makes them super comfy to wear. There is a complete range of designs available—from one that covers your outer ear to one with small earbuds. Choose a pair that would provide you with the most comfort.

Price
Last but not least, your purchase budget is also a very important consideration. You need to buy a earbuds that meets your economic level. For example, if you have a limited budget, you can consider cost-effective brands such as Xiaomi,1MORE, Haylou, HUAWEI. If you have enough budget, you can buy Sony, Iron Triangle, Beats and other high-quality headphones.