Why these little-known $40 earphones are so popular
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Seems like everywhere you look, someone's using wireless earbuds. Despite becoming the go-to tech essential, these small gadgets often come with a big price tag.
Except for one brand.
A lesser-known company making waves in the tech world, SoundPEATS has combined innovative design, quality technology and a decent price point to tick all the boxes consumers are after.
A growing trend, spurred on by the cost of living crisis, has seen consumers turn away from the pricier major tech brands to give SoundPEATS a try. One of the leading products is their SoundPEATS Free2 Classic Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds – currently $40.99.
So what makes SoundPEATS and their wide range of earphones more appealing, and why should the SoundPEATS Free2 be the next pair you buy? Let's take a deep dive into the brand and the earphones flying off the shelves.
NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.
SoundPEATS Free2 Classic Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds
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Why buy the SoundPEATS Free2?
Unlike many earphones on the market, the SoundPEATS Free2 Classic Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds step away from plastic-style design and opt for a laser-engraved leather textured oval case with metal additions that look and feel sleek, stylish and simple.
It's leather-esque design is a nice change. Supplied
In terms of audio quality, these earphones make the most of their 6mm diaphragm driver with extremely clear audio when listening to music or narration – something you'd expect from more expensive sets.
These earphones are built with touch sensors to make controlling your music selection or answering calls easier without having to scroll through your phone. If you're new to touch controls, it does take a couple of attempts to get it right. Once you're attuned, the SoundPEATS Free2 respond quickly and easily.
The only downfall is they may work a little too well – when I was pushing the earphones into my ears, the SoundPEATS Free2 recognised this and reacted by turning the volume down a notch.
When listening, you can choose to use your earphones in either single or twin mode and it will pair instantly to your device. Twin mode is the standard way to use them. However, using the single mode, you can leave one earbud in the charging case and place the other in your ear, which can help keep you aware of your surroundings while listening to your favourite tunes.
Using these earphones with the charging case will have your listening for hours on end. Supplied
Each bud is built with a microphone covered with a dustproof metal mesh to help with clear vocal clarity and reduce wind noise when on calls. Outdoors you may encounter a slight muffle but to the person on the other end it's still a clear line.
These earphones will deliver 30 hours of music playback when used alongside the charging case. On a single charge, you'll get eight hours of music.
To top it off, they come with an IPX5 waterproof rating, meaning your buds are resistant to drops like rain and sweat and are compatible with both Apple and Android devices as well as devices with Bluetooth 4.0 compatibility.
How do they stack up against other earbuds?
Price is what sets SoundPEATS apart from major headphone headliners like AirPods and Galaxy Buds. And while a cheaper price tends to mean cheap-made products, this isn't the case for the SoundPEATS Free2.
Try a pair and see for yourself why these earphones are becoming so popular. SoundPEATS
These earbuds have earned multiple 4.5 to 5-star reviews across the board and lots of high praise from buyers who have used them in multiple settings – one Amazon buyer writes: "The overall frequency response and tuning are a 10/10 for the price." Another used theirs at work, writing they are "perfect for drowning out background noise in the office."
In short, if you're looking for value and all the must-have features, the SoundPEATS Free2 is a great option. At their current $40.99 price point, you can save $349 instead of buying the 2nd Generation Apple AirPods Pro or $308 compared to the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro.
Buy your pair of SoundPEATS Free2 Earbuds here:
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More SoundPEATS earbuds you can snap up for a bargain:
SoundPEATS Mini HS Wireless Earbuds
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SoundPEATS Capsule3 Pro Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
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SoundPEATS Air3 Deluxe Wireless Earbuds
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SoundPEATS Opera05 True Wireless Earbuds
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Who are SoundPEATS?
Many tech enthusiasts often sing the praises of big audio brands like JBL, Sennheiser and Bose, but starting to join the conversation is SoundPEATS.
Beginning in 2010, SoundPEATS entered the Australian market in 2018. Available in over 30 countries it has sold over 20 million earphones to date.
The brand is one of the leading innovators in the audio industry with over 150 patents for their inventions and designs. They also won the Red Dot Design Award – a globally recognised award for excellence in product design, brand and concepts – for their sports and exercise earphones, the SoundPEATS RunFree Wireless Earbuds.
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