SB221 HD Wireless Bluetooth 4.0 Sports-Active Headphones for 20Hrs Music Streaming & 25Hrs HandsFree Calling with Sweat Resistant Ergonomic Secure-Fit Design & Voice Command Support, Black

These are great! Very comfortable, both when I have them on my ears, and when I just have them resting around my neck. Nice long battery life (I have listened to music for 9 hours straight, and it didn't take the entire battery life). Good, loud volume with great sound. The controls are very intuitive, and easy to use. So far, nobody has complained about difficulty hearing me or back ground noise when I was using them to take phone calls while driving. They fit securely around the back of my neck, so they don't cause any discomfort with my various hats. Yeah...I have absolutely no complaints about these. I would recommend this set to anybody who wants a nice set of headphones, without a lot of bulk.

These are comfortable and wear easily with hats, including hard hats (these CAN be worn over hearing protecting earplugs). These are great for individuals who do not like things in their ears. Battery lasts for a couple of days, and I have had a pair for over 15 years and they still work and sound great. Obviously not studio quality, but for the price I have not found anything comparable (of even double it's price). They wear comfortable with only one earpiece in place allowing for hearing one's environment. Bluetooth range is not the greatest, but I generally use them with my phone in pocket and have no issues.

They have a surprisingly good sound quality for what I use them for. They fit on my head and stay on my head and are comfortable when I am jogging or riding my bike. I find the function buttons to be easy to navigate. I really like having distinct buttons instead of trying to hold some button for just the right amount of time. People do complain about the connection and connecting them to your phone can be wonky but you really need to follow the instructions closely. My only complaint is the waterproofing. Even in a fairly light drizzle if they get wet they are compromised. Mine got wet on a run and stopped working and I as soon as I got home I put them into a Ziploc with some silicon packets and left them there for 4 days and I think I revived them. But it was a close call. I would keep a Ziploc bag handy if you're out in iffy weather and get them safe and dry ASAP if it starts to drizzle. But great quality for the price. And the connectivity is really good too.

I owned a previous model, SB220 for 4 years until the left channel just died a few weeks ago. I always thought that heavily used headset that can last more than a year is a bargain for a price (under 20 bucks!). I used it with my iPhone(s) at least 1-2 hours a day, often more. The battery held the charge for days till the very end. It folds easily and can be carried in the pocket. I have never bothered with a poach supplied but some people might find it handy especially if you carry it in the dusty environment. It pairs easily, then you just turn the headset on holding the central button until you hear a specific sound shortly followed by a single beep, meaning it is connected an you can start listening. I was really amazed that something of this class can last that long so I didn't hesitate to buy the same brand. I opted for a next version of it, SB221 that was supposed to be very similar with some improvements (and same price too!). And it was: the sound quality is noticeably better. I had to get used to the new shape of controls but after 2 days it was as convenient as with the old ones.I have to note that it sits a bit tighter that SB220. It's not a problem for me but guys with large heads might feel it. Also, it still has no indication that the battery is about to get empty, would be nice to indicate, say, 10% left with some light. You should also be careful with multipurpose central button to avoid it start dialing a random number from your phonebook. The microphone on both SB220 and 221 is not the greatest one, but it is adequate and lets you answer a call and talk without having to grab your phone and pull it out from wherever you usually carry it. Some people complain about sound level, in this case you just have to speak up a bit and it will be OK. Anyway, everything considered it's still a model gadget: inexpensive, sleek, doing what it is supposed to do and lasts more than you would expect. I am yet to see if SB221 can outlast SB220 but it might take a few years to find out.

I just got my SoundBot SB221 headphones, and after using them for a few hours tonight, here's my thoughts. Sound Quality: 9/10 Considering how in-expensive these things are I am extremely impressed with the sound quality. I've been cycling through various types of music and videos (via Netflix/Prime/DisneyPlus)... and these things sound great. They give a really full and rich sound with a good bass. Noise Reduction: 7/10 The key word here is Reduction, not Cancelation. Does it remove all noise around me? No. If I'm just wearing them with nothing playing, I can generally hear everything. But If I've got music on with volume set to at least 40% or higher, it downs out most things. For Videos it's up and down depending on the scenes. If you're looking for something to listen to music and at least filter out some of the noise around you, these definitely do the job. Microphone Quality: 7/10 I've not used it on a Zoom yet but intend to. The testing I've done on phone calls has been great. Everyone hears me perfectly fine with no complaints. Technology (Bluetooth, Battery, etc.): TBD but promising The Bluetooth works well. The headset showed on my phone's nearby devices as soon as I turned it on. I've done some tests in my house and found that on average I can walk 3 to 4 rooms away (so maybe 30 - 40 feet) before I start to lose the connection. I've not had it long enough to test the battery so I'll have to update again once I've had more time with that. So far so good right? Design: 4/10 Ok, let me explain. First, the good: I like how the frame is collapsible which is useful for storage. I also like how the actual speakers can rotate which I'd imagine can be helpful for differing ear shapes/angles. Now, the bad: The main issue I have is that this headset appears to have been designed to fit around the head of children. Seriously. If you aren't a teenager (or younger) and/or if you aren't a special human being granted with the gift of a thinner skull/head... you're gonna struggle with these. I'll admit my neck and head are probably larger than average... but still. I can get the speakers over my ears but only stretching the frame past it's natural form. Because of this, it sits on my ears less comfortably than it should. Also, because of the smaller frame, it ends up causing the point where the frame folds on both sides to push up against head behind my ears which causes more discomfort. And even where it sits on my ears, it does so with less breathing room (due to the padding). I've attached a picture above showing just how small the frame's natural form is (compared to an iPhone 8). It's truly hard to believe they intended this for any adults with a normal sized skull/head/neck. I had to double check the box and posting to see if I had accidentally selected "Small" or "Kids" size. And once you see the real size of it, you instantly know (if you didn't already) that the images on the listing of people wearing them are photoshopped cause there's no way there's that much frame to spare behind them. I could be wrong, but I suspect it comes down to how wide the overall frame is. I think it probably goes back far enough, but is not wide enough. So what's my all in all review? I'm torn. For a (as of 10/15/2022) $20 set of behind ear headphones, these things are a great option when it comes to sound quality, microphone quality, and portability. The swivel/folding features of the frame are awesome. But, if you are looking for headphones for anyone older than 15 and not uniquely blessed with a smaller skull/head/neck... then these are not going to be as comfortable as they should be. The frame just isn't wide enough to comfortably fit as it should on an average persons head/neck... and certainly not for someone with a larger head/neck. I'm going to give them some more time over the next two days to see if anything changes... but I suspect I'm going to have to ask to return them which is a shame. The sound is great on them. Probably one of the best for the price I'll find.

Ok first this is my 3rd pair in about 6 years,these headphones are absolutely amazing I work in drywall and paint and have listened to these al.ost everyday at work sometimes with a spray sock for dust over my head and a respirator they have excellent sound I listen to Spotify Classic rock while doing all drywall hanging and finishing as well as painting spraying they have given me much enjoyment over the years this last pair is still going after 3 years but battery is weak and only plays 2 hours on full charge ,I use these at home ,the beach, for phone calls etc I broke the second pair dropping them off a roof on concrete but the first pair lasted about 2 .5 years of abuse and daily use ,the sound is terrific the bass isn't pounding but you can download an app to increase that if desired,I just received these and am looking forward to many many hours of my jams and other uses ,but them you won't be sorry ,a charge will last you all day and,they pair up easily every time and have very good range ,and they are very reasonable at $20 for what you're getting, they aren't bulky and you can run or workout and they stay on your ears and neck without any problems ,truly these are one of the best purchases I've ever made on Amazon!

I used the sb220 model (previous model) of these headphones for 2 years and they were amazing. This model does not disappoint when I decided to upgrade. The sound is fantastic and the earcups provide better ambient sound reduction than their predecessors.The battery life is still outrageous, I've been using them for 2 weeks and still hasn't died (4ish hours 5 days a week.) Stays on my head during the most jarring of workouts. For the price point you can NOT beat this headset. I use it mostly during exercise and while driving. I'm sure a much more expensive headset might sound a smidgen better but I don't see the point of spending 4-5 times more on something I'm just going to sweat buckets into anyway. UPDATE: I've since expanded their use to include my PS Vita, and listening to ebooks on my kindle, I don't care what anyone else thinks these things always have great sound and great comfort. Even a year after getting them the battery life is still crazy. I use them 5+ hours a day several 4+ days a week. I know it says 20 hours of battery life but the most annoying thing about these is that they last much longer than that, so much longer that I sometimes forget they actually NEED to be charged. I guess my brain just assumes they run on magic and happy thoughts like peter pan's flight after two weeks or so of use. I'll pound out 60 burpees and they won't budge, wear them home soaked in sweat, and then link them to my vita and listen to Arrested Development on Netflix while I make dinner; and even after all that I only charge them maybe once a month! YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY OWN A PAIR!

I tried them on and the fit is not uncomfortable, but still more noticeable than most earphones I've used. All of the bars are stiff and don't necessarily conform with the shape of my head or ears. If I tilt my head back the phones shift on my ears. They do cover my ears enough to provide clean sound. The controls are tiny, almost imperceptible markings on the right earphone. If I keep them, I'll put drops of epoxy on the controls so my fingers can find them. The sound, however, is very good. Good volume, the treble is clear and the bass is very good. I'm going to wear them for a while and see how it goes. Right now I'm torn. Day 3: I've gotten more used to the fit and they're fairly comfortable. You don't forget you've got them on or anything, but they're OK. After a while, they gotta come off, like most headphones. I'm getting accustomed to the controls, finding that you don't need to press exactly on the little imperceptible markings, just get in the neighborhood. The instructions say that if you press up and down volume at the same time, you get the link to Bixby, Alexa or Google Voice controls, which I never use. You just press between the up or down buttons, which happens accidentally often, but I'll get around that. Still testing and we'll see. Day 5: I still like them, they sound great, and I'm keeping them. I'm in Texas, where it's brutally hot right now, and the heat is not making them feel any worse, like for over-the-ear headphones. August 17 - It's been two months and I like them quite a bit. I'm used to the feel and they're quite comfortable. They're sturdy and haven't failed in any way and the sound is still great. They aren't as "cool" looking as earbuds, but they sound a lot better and I don't care what other people think. The thing I've figured out most recently is that the battery life is outstanding. I don't listen for hours at a time, but I wear them walking the dog or going to a store or working in the yard, just about every day, for a total of 2~3 hours per day. I've only charged them about 4 times since I bought them in June. That's about 2 weeks per charge. Can't beat that.