Apple Earpods

alaTest has collected and analyzed 37 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the design and value for money. The sound and bass quality also get good opinions. Many are negative about the reliability and mids quality.

comfort, bass quality, sound, value for money, design

noise isolation, mids quality, reliability

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Apple EarPods is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 95/100 = Excellent quality.

Review analysis

(Based on 37 reviews)

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Apple EarPods

 

After 11 long years, Apple finally decided it was time to update its ubiquitous white earbuds. During its September 12 launch event, Apple introduced the EarPods, calling attention to all the design and engineering efforts that had gone into their...

Considerably improved bass ; Slightly better short-term comfort ; Slightly larger in-line control microphone

Hot and brittle treble ; Midrange sucked out ; Still uncomfortable for long-term use

When all is said and done, Apple’s new EarPods are an improvement on the earbuds they replace, but only marginally so.

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Apple EarPods

 

After 11 long years, not counting a very minor mid-cycle update, Apple has finally completely redesigned its trademark white earphones that come bundled with every iPod and iPhone. And with good results. In fact, Apple may have achieved the impossible:...

Great sound for the price. Surprisingly strong bass considering it's not an in-canal design. Inexpensive. Includes small carrying case

Design still doesn't fit everyone. Doesn't block out any external noise and some sound leaks out

Apple's new EarPods are the better-fitting, better-sounding earbuds iPods and iPhones should have had all along.

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Apple EarPods

 

The new Apple EarPods are here and they are an incredible improvement.

Dramatically improved performance.; Distortion issues gone

Terrible isolation.; Very tough to get a good fit

The Apple EarPods certainly don’t hang tough with the high-end of headphones that well, but they definitely punch out of their weight class when it comes to audio quality. Not only do the EarPods give their users a decent amount of bass, but they also...

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Apple EarPods

 

Nope! Just not true, Scott. I own a ton of Apple products and love ‘em. I repeat: LOVE them. The EarPods, however, are just not a good earphone, even at $20 let alone $30. I think we all get that they are OEM and not intended to be awesome performers,...

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Apple EarPods

 

Digital Trends despises Apple and Apple products – Surprise!

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Apple Earpods Headphone Reviews

 

The Earpods have a surprisingly strong bass, reminding me of the Philips L1. The midrange is quite good with no obvious colorations or nasality etc. Highs are generally good, but if any EQ is applied to tone down the bass, the highs may sound a bit...

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Apple EarPods review

 

According to the Cupertino brand - the Apple EarPods took three years to create, but was it worth the wait? We went ears-on...

Slick design ; Decent bass ; Improved noise isolation

Pricey for the quality ; Don't feel entirely stable ; Sonics lack clarity

As far as Apple audio goes, the EarPods are certainly a welcome improvement. There's no way that we would've recommended using the Cupertino brand's previous earbuds, but the EarPods do the trick if you don't want to splash out on a new pair, having...

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Apple EarPods review

 

If there has been one certainty when it comes to Apple products since the launch of the original iPod, it was that the headphones in the box were rubbish.

Comfortable, volume control on cable, sound good, cheap

Easily fall out, no real depth to the bass

Overall we are very pleased with the performance of the EarPods

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Apple EarPods

 

Apple's new EarPods headphones: what's the verdict?

Secure and comfortable fit ; Solid bass ; Improved overall sound

Sound leakage ; Fit still far from perfect

If you don't have a set of EarPods, are they worth spending $35 for? In the world of headphones, $35 is fairly inexpensive, and if you're simply looking to upgrade from existing Apple earbuds, or to replace a lost or broken set, we can recommend the...

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Apple EarPods review

 

They reportedly took three years to create, but is it worth upgrading to Apple's completely redesigned earphones?

Comfortable fit ; Bigger clicker ; Improved performance

No noise isolation ; Muddy performance ; Awful price

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