Best earphones for phones in 2019

Headphones for listening to music are almost always included with the phone. But they are unlikely to meet the criteria for choosing advanced music lovers. Therefore, the question arises about buying separate headphones for the phone. About 200 companies regularly cope with the task of producing such accessories. Introduce new technologies to improve sound quality, enhance user experience and improve usability. There are popular models that can be used for swimming, jogging and sports, they are moisture resistant with good sound quality. Others create unique effects and are designed to stream on Twitch. Headphones are combined with a microphone, specialized for professional gamers, and the rating of the best headphones for a phone for 2019 will help you choose the right device.

Attention, a more current ranking of headphones for smartphones for 2024 is here.

The main types of headphones

The devices enhance the perception and quality of sounds. Headphones can be wired and wireless (Bluetooth), differ in appearance:

Earbuds (droplets)

The earbuds have a standard shape. They are not designed for the individual ear canal. They fit easily into the ear, and just as easily fall out. Due to the small size of the membrane, the headphones reproduce a more natural sound, poorly transmit low frequencies.

Vacuum (plugs)

Headphones are like earbuds. Foam or silicone tips completely fill the ear canal. The headphones have great noise isolation, reproduce high quality mid and low frequencies.

Custom

They are made to order, made from a cast of the ear canal for a specific person, and adjusted to the required sound. These headphones are very expensive.

Overhead

The headphones do not completely cover your ears. The ear cushions do not have increased noise isolation.

Fullsize (monitor)

Headphones completely cover the ears, there is a deep isolation from the real world.

Each person has an inherent personality. We have different tastes and audio perception of sounds. Therefore, before making the final decision, which is better to buy headphones and make payment, you must use your own ears to try on and listen to models, no matter how popular they are. You need to focus only on personal feelings. Before choosing headphones, you should pay attention to the important characteristics of the gadget and its compatibility with the phone.

Main characteristics of headphones

• Sensitivity (volume) - Headphones with a higher sensitivity number will sound louder. Usually, a person hears sound up to 140 dB. Better to choose between 100 and 140 dB.
• Frequency - measured in hertz. Indicators should be between 20 and 20,000 Hz.
• Resistance (impedance) - indicators - from 16 to 32 ohms. Higher impedances will require additional amplifiers.
• Power - affects the discharge of the device - from 1 to 5000 mW.

Rating of quality earphones for the phone

To determine which brand is the best headphones, you need to familiarize yourself in more detail with popular models. This section presents the devices that have received the most positive feedback from users.

Apple AirPods

Apple AirPods are wireless in-ear headphones (Bluetooth 4.2).

Package contents: headphones, charging case with a charging cable (Lightning).

Appearance: The headphones look like EarPods, with longer legs, on which microphones are installed instead of wires. Available in white only.

AirPods are packed with functionality. Equipped with W1 processor. Instantly connect to all Apple devices. With light touches, you can access the Siri assistant. When you remove one earbud from your ear, music playback stops. When using trickle charging, they work all day long. They are charged in a box that serves as a protective case. They are lightweight, hold firmly in the ears, but in case of loss, you can order one earphone for an additional fee. The device interacts well with the devices of the same name; when connected to models of other brands, all functions cannot be used efficiently.

The headphones produce good sound for the average user; ardent music lovers will not be pleased with powerful bass. They can sound very loud over a wide range if desired. In phone mode, the sound quality is very good without interference. With two touches, you can answer an incoming call and disconnect in the same way.

The price ranges from 11,000 to 12,000 rubles.

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	20 - 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity	109 dBA
Resistance (impedance)	23 Ohm
Weight	8 g

• Convenient case for storage and charging;
• Many functions;
• Not a lot of weight.

• High price;
• Not perfect sound;
• Lack of attachments to the auricle.

Xiaomi Hybrid Dual Drivers

Xiaomi Hybrid Dual Drivers - in-ear stereo headphones.

Complete set: headphones, replaceable silicone tips of different sizes, charging cable, instructions and a convenient case.

Appearance: The speaker housing is made partly of metal. The headphones look very stylish. The fabric braided cord is 1.25 m long, so you don't have to unravel it all the time.

The headphones use a Qualcomm CSR8645 chip, bluetooth 4.1 creates a stable connection within a radius of 10 meters. In a metal frame, there is a control unit with a clothespin for secure attachment to clothes. It is possible to simultaneously connect multiple devices, switch tracks, make calls. A microphone is built into the headphones, digital noise cancellation is used.

The device is charged for two hours, continuous listening to tracks is 5 hours.

The gadget is equipped with a dual emitter driver: dynamic and reinforcing. One is responsible for low frequencies, the other for high frequencies. The headphones deliver high-quality surround sound.

The price is 1490 rubles, the average price is $ 17.39

Specifications Xiaomi Hybrid Dual Drivers:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	20 - 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity	101 dBA
Resistance (impedance)	32 ohm
Power	5 mW
Weight	14 g

• The cable does not get tangled (reinforced with Kevlar thread);
• Quality microphone
• Good sound;

• Straight jack;
• Balanced cable.

JBL T450BT

JBL T450BT - on-ear dynamic headphones with Bluetooth 4.0 support.

Package contents: headphones, micro USB cable for charging the battery and documentation.

Appearance: JBL T450BT headphones are made of high-quality plastic, the material for the ear cushions is not expensive, but comfortable. The device has a built-in microphone, call and music control is on the right earcup. The speaker diameter is (Dynamic Driver) 32 mm. The ear cups are adjustable and customizable.
Fully charging the battery takes 2 hours.This is enough for listening to music at medium volume for 11 hours.
The sound is of high quality, deep bass prevails. According to user reviews: not enough high frequencies.
An impeccable combination of price and quality. Headphones belong to the budget segment, their average cost is 2700 rubles.

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	20 - 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity	100 dBA
Power	4 mW
Weight	106 g

• Reliable battery;
• Good bass sound.

• No noise reduction system;
• There is no radio;
• No memory card slot.

Xiaomi Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro HD

Xiaomi Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro HD - vacuum headphones for active people, with Bluetooth 4.1 support (A2DP, AVRCP, Hands free, Headset).

Equipment: headphones, replaceable ear pads, micro USB cable and case.

Appearance: capsules have a metal body with plastic inserts. Protected against water and dust ingress. The cord is rubberized, on the left there is a sync and charge indicator.

A remote control is used for control, a microphone is located on it. In Android, there are three buttons, when operating from an iPhone, only the central one.

It will take 2 hours to fully charge the battery, for 5 hours you can actively communicate in phone mode and listen to music.

The headphones have three drivers: two dynamic and one reinforcing. The sound is balanced: the fixtures produce good treble, the bass sounds great, like a high-end sound system.

The headphones are not expensive, but they look prestigious, the gold-plated jack visually increases the cost. You can buy at a price of 2495 rubles. On aliexpress they are offered at a price of $ 23.61 - $ 24.50.

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	20 - 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity	98 dBA
Resistance (impedance)	32 ohm
Weight	17 g

• Acceptable price;
• Stylish design;
• Convenient mount;
• Good sound;

• Not convenient location of the control panel.

Marshall Major II Bluetooth

Marshall Major II Bluetooth on-ear headphones.

Package Contents: Headphones from Marshall Major series, audio and USB cables and documentation.

Appearance: foldable headphones, removable headband and cups (speaker diameter 40mm) are covered with soft eco leather, when using, you don't feel strong pressure on your ears.

There is support for the aptX codec, which provides good connection quality and fast synchronization. Control panel with one button and microphone. There is a joystick on the left cup, it works in play and pause mode, with its help you adjust the volume and switch between tracks.

Headphones are charged for three hours, the claimed autonomy is 30 hours. When the battery charge runs out, you can use the audio cable, and the bluetooth connection is immediately disconnected.

The headphones reproduce high-quality soft and deep sound, bass with a large volume of low frequencies, the average tone prevails. It is a great pleasure to listen to music.

Headphones are of high quality and not cheap, they are sold at a price of 10,690 rubles, the average price for aliexpress is $ 150.

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	10 - 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity	121 dBA
Resistance (impedance)	32 ohm
Weight	260 g

• High quality sound;
• Autonomy;
• Convenient design.

• Not identified.

JBL E55BT

JBL E55BT - on-ear wireless headphones (Bluetooth 4.0).

Package contents: headphones, documentation, audio cable and micro USB cable.

Appearance: the body is made of high quality polymer, the headband is finished with durable material. The ear cushions completely cover the auricle. The speaker diameter is 50 mm. Control buttons, indicator and audio input (3.5 mm) are located on the right ear cup. At the bottom of the left bowl there is an input for charging the device.
Synchronization with your phone is fast. It is possible to connect to several devices at once. There is no noise isolation, even at a decent volume you can hear what is happening around. The headphones are available in black, white, blue and red.

The battery takes 2 hours to charge.For 20 hours you can enjoy music, talk on the phone.

The sound is of high quality, the bass sounds just great. In some themes, a cold echo is slightly noticeable at high frequencies.

In Russia, headphones can be bought from 5500 to 6500 rubles. On sites abroad, they are offered at a price of $ 160 (10,500 rubles).

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	20 - 20,000 Hz
Resistance (impedance)	32 ohm
Weight	230 g

• Comfortable ear pads;
• Folding body;
• Autonomy;
• High quality sound;
• Convenient for long term use.

• Cloth covering is not practical;
• Loses connection with a smartphone at a distance of 6 - 8 m, with the declared 10 m;
• Headphone case missing.

Kingston hyperx cloud core

Kingston HyperX Cloud Core are closed-back headphones for gamers.

Equipment: headphones, detachable microphone, extension cable (2 m) for connecting to a PC.

Appearance: the headphones are made of high-quality plastic with metal parts, artificial leather with an elastic soft-touch coating. The company logo is embroidered on the outside of the headband. Reliable and solid build quality. 7 divisions can be pulled back each ear cup, adjust for comfortable use. After 10 minutes, the user gets used to the headphones and practically does not feel them on his head. The left ear cup has a microphone mount, which is easy to mount and dismount. They can be used not only for computer and telephone, they are also suitable for outdoors and work.

The headphones have good and clear sound. When playing games, detail is heard, a sense of reality. When listening to music, high frequencies dominate, but at high volumes, such sound cuts the ear. Basses sound pleasant, do not prevail against the general background of other frequencies.

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	15 - 25000 Hz
Sensitivity	98 dBA
Resistance (impedance)	60 ohm
Weight	320 g

• High-quality assembly;
• Great sound;
• Modern design;
• Practical materials used in the manufacture;
• good ergonomics;
• Convenient microphone.

• Lots of high frequencies;
• Not finalizing the sounding of the range at the middle frequency.

Sony MDR-XB50

Sony MDR-XB50 - in-ear headphones.

Package contents: Headphones with a cord (1.2 m), a set of interchangeable ear pads of different sizes, a case and instructions.

Appearance: capsules have an elongated shape with the Sony logo on the outside. Cord with L-shaped gold-plated plug. The wire is flat and tangle-free. It houses a microphone with a control unit for talking on the phone and switching tracks. The volume is adjusted using the connected device. The Sony MDR-XB50 headset can be purchased in several vibrant colors: red, black, white, yellow and blue.

Headphones reproduce volumetric bass, treble and midrange frequencies are not very pronounced. They have good volume and isolation from extraneous sounds. Music lovers will appreciate the sound quality of the headphones. Suitable for sports and on a noisy street.

Price: from 1590 rubles.

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	4 - 24000 Hz
Sensitivity	106 dBA
Resistance (impedance)	40 ohm
Power	100 mW
Weight	9 g

• Stylish design;
• Good sound insulation;
• High-quality cable sheath (does not get confused);
• The microphone transmits clear sound without interference.

• Build quality is lame;
• Weak functionality.

Xiaomi Mi Sport Bluetooth Headset

Xiaomi Mi Sport Bluetooth Headset - in-ear sports headphones with Bluetooth 4.1 support (A2DP, AVRCP, Hands free, Headset).

Equipment: headphones, charging cable, set of ear pads of different sizes, instructions.

Appearance: two capsules are connected by a rubberized wire on which there is a control panel with a microphone. It is used to manage calls in phone mode and music. The right capsule has a volume control button and a USB input for charging the battery.The earbuds are rigidly attached to the ears so that the capsules may not be fully inserted into the ear canals.

The gadget quickly syncs with any device.

The headphones have good overall sound. Pronounced bass, high frequencies are weak.
The battery lasts for 7 hours of continuous use.

Headphones are sold in Russia from 1400 rubles, on Chinese sites they cost from $ 25

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	20 - 20,000 Hz
Resistance (impedance)	32 ohm
Sensitivity	88 dBA
Weight	17.8 g

• Stylish design;
• Moisture resistant;
• Comfortable fit;
• Not bad autonomy.

• Average sound quality;
• No aptX.

Sony MDR-XB950AP

Sony MDR-XB950AP are wireless full-length closed-back headphones with Bluetooth 3.0 support. (SBC, AAC and aptX audio codec).

Package contents: headphones, 1.2 m flat cable with L-shaped gold-plated plug (3.5 mm), instructions.

Appearance: The headphones have soft, large oval-shaped ear pads. They completely cover the ears and provide good sound insulation. Diaphragm of neodymium drivers 40 mm. On the left ear cushion there is a power button, "Extra Bass" and a microphone. On the right - volume control, track switch, receiving outgoing and incoming calls. The bottom aluminum frame is covered with eco-leather. The ear cups can be rotated while transporting the headphones do not take up much space.

The headphones are controlled by a button on the left side of the cable. The headphones are compatible with all modern devices. They can be used with a discharged battery, connected to the mains. The headphones use the NFC module, which facilitates fast synchronization with other devices.

With a full charge of the power supply, the headphones can be used in active mode for up to 20 hours. The battery takes about 4 hours to charge.

The sound will really appeal to lovers of low frequencies. The headphones are equipped with Advanced Direct Vibe Structure technology. Bass sounds spacious and balanced, with signals directed towards your ears. The mid and high frequencies are heard in less detail. The built-in equalizer lets you customize your tracks to your liking. Very good and clear audibility in phone mode.

Headphones cost 4590 rubles.

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
frequency range	20 - 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity	102 dBA
Impedance (resistance)	24 ohm
Weight	245 g

• High quality sound;
• Autonomy;
• High-quality assembly;
• Hybrid connection.

• There is no cover;
• Great weight.

HyperX Cloud Stinger

HyperX Cloud Stinger is the ultimate gaming headphone.

Package contents: headphones with microphone, 1.7 m cable and a brief instruction.

Appearance: the headphones have a classic design, no frills. The body is made of high quality plastic, reinforced with a metal plate. The ear cushions and headband are covered with eco-leather, under which there is a soft filling. The headphones cover your ears tightly enough to create complete isolation from real-world noise. A non-removable microphone with a flexible attachment is located on the left ear cushion. On the right cup is the volume control.

The microphone has a noise canceling function. The ear cushions are fitted with 50mm neodymium drivers to create sound with full detail and a sense of presence in the game. The headphones are focused on gaming, so music lovers are unlikely to like it. There is no predominance of low frequencies, mainly high and medium frequencies sound. Equalizer improves sound quality.

The headphones are not lightweight, they are hot in them, especially in summer. The company has taken care of user friendliness: if dirty, the ear pads can be removed and cleaned.

Sold at a price of 3999 to 7000 rubles.

Specifications:

Parameters	Specifications
Sensitivity (volume)	40 dBA
Resistance (impedance)	30 ohm
frequency range	18 - 23000 Hz
Weight	275 g

• High-quality assembly;
• Noise canceling function (in headphones and in microphone);
• Comfortable control.

• Lacks high and low frequencies;
• Cover missing.

Outcome

Headphones are a convenient accessory. They freed their hands, you can talk on the phone while driving a car, take calls while exercising in the gym. They give you the opportunity to enjoy your favorite music at any volume and, at the same time, not disturb the people around you. For headphones to be really comfortable, they must have high-quality sound, not cause discomfort when used and, of course, have a pleasant appearance.