Monster iSport Strive

135 reviews

Apr, 2026

Positive
sound (38)
comfort (21)
usability (19)
price (9)
design (9)

Negative
bass quality (5)
noise isolation (4)
portability (2)
durability (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 135 reviews of Monster iSport Strive. The average rating for this product is 3.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. People are impressed by the price and design. The usability and comfort also get good feedback, but there are some negative reviews about the portability and durability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Monster iSport Strive is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Monster iSport Strive

alaTest has collected and analyzed 34 user reviews of Monster iSport Strive from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the price and comfort are generally positive, but there are mixed reviews on the design and bass quality. Many are critical about the reliability and usability.

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62% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2026

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Monster iSport Strive

alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 user reviews of Monster iSport Strive from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.ca. People really like the comfort. The size also gets good opinions, whereas comments are divided on the sound. There are some negative reviews about the usability.

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70% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2026

Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Monster iSport Strive Review

The exercise-focused Monster iSport Strive earphone is well-designed for your workouts, but audio performance isn't on par with the competition.

Aug, 2016

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Monster iSport Strive Review

If you are looking for high quality sweat-proof headphones, the Monster iSport Strive is the perfect option for you. These headphones are designed for athletes. They are engineered to stay in your ear during physical activities and while you're on the...

If you are an athlete, the Monster iSport Strive sweat-proof headphones are worth your consideration. They provide powerful sound and are washable, so a little water and sweat won't cause any damage to them. However, you can't submerge these headphones...

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

Monster iSport Strive review

Stylish, sporty-looking and safety-conscious buds with a fine sound

Solid, up-for-it delivery Balanced presentation Stylish; safety-conscious

Fit and ‘open’ sound won’t be for everyone Rivals have more clarity and expression

There’s a sense of openness in the soundstage and, as is promised, road traffic is audible beneath your music (as long as the volume isn’t turned to the max). Of course, ambient noise leaking in can distort the sound a little, but if that’s a...

Feb, 2015

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Monster iSport Strive review

Should you make room in your gym bag for the Monster iSport Strive?

Mosh-proof fit ; Great value ; Open sound

Leaks sound ; Lacks bass

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by : Sami Mughal (oxgadgets.com)

Review: Monster iSport Strive Headphones

The Monster iSport Strive are in-ear headphones that are specially designed for the active among us. A special rubberised ‘clip' that goes around the in-ear speakers ensures that[...]

Mar, 2015

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

work / sound great

I have truly enjoyed my isport .. Mic works great .. Sound ect .. I have no complaints and about to order a second pair as a gift

Great sound Comfortable Rinse and hang dry

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Nov, 2015

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Monster iSport

Sounds good when worked

After 3 month my mp3/phone quite recognizing them. Now waiting to see if I can get a refund.

Jul, 2014

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Broke quickly

Sadly, I didn't pull the headphones out of the box for about 3 weeks, so when they broke, I was outside the 30 day return policy for defective merchandise to Newegg. I am actually on hold with Monster as I write this review. The clock is up to 23 mins...

As advertised, the iSport headphones fit perfectly for exercise and remain snug throughout vigorous workouts. The sound is also crystal clear

In less than 1 week of use, the iSport headphones started activating Siri on my iPhone repeatedly, sometimes as often as 3 times per minute. There is nothing more annoying during a run than having Siri interrupt your music over and over to tell you she...

Jul, 2014

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Consumer review (currys.co.uk)

MONSTER iSport Strive Headphones - Black

Decent sound.

Ridiculously fiddly to insert into the ears. Very poorly designed. Yes, they stay in the ears once they are in. But lord help you if you need to take them out and try to put them in whilst you are on the moved. An absurd design.

Sep, 2017

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