Xiaomi company firmly holds the position of the manufacturer of “tops for its money”. AirDots wireless headphones presented in this review are another confirmation of this - competitors' functionality at a record price.

What can a solution from the largest manufacturer offer for about $ 23? We understand together with Aceum.ru.

Headphones

Specifications

Appearance and management

For the stated operating time (4 hours of continuous listening to music) the size of the headphones is pleasantly surprising.
Small and neat vertical-type headphones made entirely of high-quality plastic with a single control - a mechanical panel. And a light indicator of the current state.

If you look closely, you can find the microphone hole on each. The design is classic and provides interchangeable ear pads that come with the kit. Traditionally, there are three pairs: medium in size on the headphones themselves, and small and large in a separate bag.

Matte plastic, which is why it quickly becomes covered by fingerprints and willingly collects scratches. Each earphone weighs a little, a couple of times "managed" to lose it in clothes.

The button on each earphone performs several functions:

• Single press - pause / play music and receive an incoming call;
• Double-tap - call voice assistant;
• Second hold - reset incoming;
• Three-second hold - turn off the headphones.

The latter function was especially useful to me: going out for a run I want to take a minimum of things with me, and even a small case will be uncomfortable to carry.

The indicator lights work in two positions: flicker white when connected and light red when placed on a charge in the case.

Sound

For my money a very cool sound.

Buying headphones at this price, I was ready in advance for a simple sound and tight bass. Yes, at maximum volume everything turns into a mess and causes almost physical pain when listening, but at medium volume, tracks from services such as Apple Music and Yandex.Musics sound very good. The low frequencies were especially successful, all that is higher is tolerant and at a distinguishable level.

Electronic, dance music, pop and hip-hop are very comfortable listening, not to say about rock compositions. Alas, the sound is mixed in one pile, although the presence of the same bass eliminates the desire to switch the track.

The in-channel design makes it easy to listen to music at a comfortable level - and this is about 70% of the volume. The merit of good sound insulation and a tight fit in the ear.

Of course, the headphones do not sit well in any ear. Nobody canceled the anatomical features, but personally, they sit perfectly with me. I purchased them specifically for running, and they coped with this task perfectly. No falling out even with strong shaking.

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Microphone

You can use AirDots as a headset. But your interlocutor will have to listen carefully. Yes, extraneous sounds are cut off nicely by electronics, but this doesn’t help the voice - everything falls into a heap and something has to be repeated several times. In extreme cases, it will work, but on an ongoing basis, I would not recommend using them as handsfree.

Autonomy

Claimed battery life up to 4 hours. In practice, I could not achieve more than three and a half continuous listening. And this is at a volume level slightly above average.

In fact, I did not experience any cases of complete and unexpected discharge of the headphones. Full charge required just over an hour in a caseperhaps on a long journey this will be an important factor. But for the scenario, the house is work - the evening run, Xiaomi completely suits me.

Case

Appearance

The material of the case is exactly the same as the headphone - easily soiled, matte plastic. Even before the purchase, I met a lot of reviews about the fragility of the cover. Specifically, my case does not crackle, no backlash is felt seamlessly in the hand.

The case size is comparable to the size of Apple Airpods and is easy to carry in your pocket. Of course, he will stick out, but I did not feel any inconvenience. Unless it is scratched quickly, when worn along with keys or a trifle, this will be noticeable.

The case itself is devoid of any buttons. Only a red indicator light when charging. Find out the remaining charge will not work. On the back, uncovered, is a charging connector.

The mechanism of the magnetic cover cannot be called flimsy, “seizes” quickly and does not creak. You can not be afraid that the headphones will fall out of the case somewhere in the backpack.

Autonomy

During the week of using the headphones, I was able to find out that the charge of the case is enough for about 2.5 full charging of the headphones. In practice, with my daily routine, I have to charge the case no more than once a week. In 2 hours, the case gains a full charge. Is it worth mentioning that there is no wireless charging or NFC?

Pros

1. Price. The decisive factor in the purchase. A very worthy option for 1,500 rubles;
2. The brand. Trust in Xiaomi budget solutions only grows every year
3. Sound. AirDots handles its core function perfectly
4. Convenience. For supporters of in-ear headphones, landing will be comfortable
5. Autonomy. For me personally, she is up to standard

Minuses

1. Case Materials. They are very easily soiled and prone to scratches.
2. Call quality. It seems like there is a microphone, some kind of noise reduction, but for the interlocutor it will be better if I switch to a smartphone
3. Switching tracks. It is absent here, but a call for a voice assistant is provided, which I personally use a little less than never
4. Signal Stability. Once every half an hour or an hour, the right earphone signal disappears momentarily. Almost annoying, but stably manifested
5. Case charge. Find out the remaining charge does not work, just put on charge

General conclusion: For their price, these headphones are the undisputed leaders in their "weight category". I advise.

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