Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear

34 reviews

May, 2024

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sound (15)
design (15)
noise isolation (10)
usability (7)
price (6)

Negative
comfort (5)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 34 reviews of Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the price and usability. The noise isolation and design also get good comments, but there are some negative reviews about the comfort. There are some mixed views about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear

The attractive Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear headphones deliver above-average noise cancellation and quality Bluetooth audio at a relatively affordable price.

Strong, bass-forward, sculpted sound signature. Quality noise cancellation. App-based control.

On-ear controls are easy to accidentally press. Sculpted sound signature not for purists.

The Q Adapt On-Ear are a solid, ambitious debut in the headphone department from Libratone. The noise cancellation is better than average, the audio performance is strong, if very sculpted, and the design is attractive and comfortable. The best...

Jan, 2017

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Expert review by : Richard Trenholm (cnet.com)

Libratone Q Adapt wireless headphones block out sounds of the city, if you want

The new Libratone Q Adapt series come with adjustable noise cancelling, plus touch-sensitive and hands-free controls.

Sep, 2016

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Expert review by : Jason Bouwmeester (techaeris.com)

Libratone Q Adapt review: "Made for Google" wireless on-ear headphones in need of a design change

Our Libratone Q Adapt Wireless On-Ear Headphones review takes a look at a pair of Bluetooth headphones from one of Google's "Made for Google" partners with great sound but a slightly uncomfortable design.

Great balanced sound ; Super easy to pair with Android's Nearby service ; Responsive touch controls ; Four levels of ANC ; Decent voice/call quality ; Fantastic battery life ; Can launch Google Assistant with touch controls ; Auto-pause/resume when...

Headband is uncomfortable, especially after extended periods ; Would have preferred to see multi-use USB Type-C port ; CityMix Level 1 PassThrough doesn't work all that great ; Software is pretty basic, My Collections offers minimal access for favourites

Mar, 2018

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Expert review by : Cortney Moore (tomsguide.com)

Libratone Q Adapt On Ear Review: Solid Noise-Cancelling Headphones

If you want a pair of noise-cancelling headphones for under $300, Libratone's wireless Q Adapt On Ear headset is a good performer. However, for the same $250 price tag, you can get your hands on the Fiil Canviis, which has better ANC and sound quality,...

Great sound quality ; Lightweight and compact design ; Extremely comfortable ; Convenient proximity sensor and touch panel ; Unique app offerings

Active noise cancellation needs work ; Competitors have longer battery life and wider Bluetooth range

The Libratone Q Adapt On Ear headphones provide excellent sound quality, style and comfort along with its active noise-cancelling technology for only $250.

Dec, 2017

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Expert review by : Joe Roberts (trustedreviews.com)

Libratone Q Adapt in-ear wireless

Libratone's Q Adapt earphones offer active noise cancellation and decent sound quality, but you'll need an iOS device with Lightning connection to use them.

Comfortable and lightweight ; Lightning connection powers noise cancelling ; Solid sound quality

Only works with Apple devices ; Treble is a little lacking

If you’re a committed iPhone user, the Q Adapts offer solid sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation for a reasonable price.

Sep, 2017

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Expert review by : Andrew Williams (trustedreviews.com)

Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear

The Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear are petite noise-cancelling headphones. Typical of Libratone, they have a Scandinavian sensibility and a cute look that doesn't make them seem made for a particular gender or “type” of person.

Smart-looking noise-cancelling wireless headphones that don’t quite have the dynamism of the best.

Jan, 2017

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Expert review by : Lewis Leong (techradar.com)

Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear review

Excellent noise cancelling headphones for fashionistas

Beautiful design ; Adjustable noise cancellation ; Excellent battery life

Finicky touchpad ; Noise cancellation hiss

The Libratone Q Adapt On-Ears are a unique set of noise cancelling headphones that look great and sound good. The Q Adapt On-Ears offer useful features like adjustable ACN, auto-play/pause and Hush mode, making them a good choice for audiophiles and...

Dec, 2016

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear review

Libratone's first on-ear headphones are packed with great ideas...

Clean, easy-going and smooth performance ; Open presentation ; Comfortable build and design ; Good control app

Lack outright detail, dynamism and punch ; Need better timing and control ; Fiddly, unresponsive touch controls ; Rivals offer better noise-cancellation

Plenty of good ideas, but Libratone needs to refine its sound and features to compete with the best

Dec, 2016

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Expert review by : Jonathan Bray (expertreviews.co.uk)

Libratone Q Adapt On Ear review: Scandi-chic headphones that are almost great

Incredibly effective active noise cancellation, but the fit and erratic auto-pause facility undermine these headphones' appeal

Effective noise cancellation ; Packed with features ; Chic looks

Fit isn't great ; Auto-pause and -resume not entirely reliable

There’s much to like about Libratone’s first pair of headphones. They’re wireless, they’re noise cancelling (and good with it, too), they sound fine, and they pack in all the features you could possibly think of. In fact, the only thing missing is a...

Dec, 2016