Polk Audio UltraFit 3000

175 reviews

Sep, 2024

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sound (117)
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design (24)
price (20)

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portability (18)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 175 reviews of Polk Audio UltraFit 3000. The average rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Reviewers really like the price and durability. The usability and comfort also get good feedback. Reviews about the reliability and bass quality are mixed. Many are negative about the portability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Polk Audio UltraFit 3000 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 Polk Audio UltraFit 3000

alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 user reviews of Polk Audio UltraFit 3000 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the design and durability. The price and comfort are also mentioned favorably, but the size and portability get less positive comments.

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67% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Sep, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Polk Audio UltraFit 3000

alaTest has collected and analyzed 146 user reviews of Polk Audio UltraFit 3000 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.com. People really like the design and price. The usability and comfort also get good feedback. There are some critical reviews about the portability. Reviews about the reliability and durability are mixed.

sound, comfort, usability, price, design

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64% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Sep, 2024

Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Polk's sports headphones cut both ways

Since they won't fit everyone equally well, the Polk UltraFit 3000s will seem great to some users and not so great to others.

The ; is a sports in-ear-canal model (with an around-the-ear bendable hook) that offers a sweatproof design, decent sound, and comes with a plethora of accessories, including multiple eartips and two swappable cords, including one that has an...

Not everybody will get a secure fit -- if you don't, bass response will be reduced and the earphones will sound thin.

Since they won't fit everyone equally well, the Polk UltraFit 3000 headphones will seem great to some users and not so great to others.

Oct, 2012

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Expert review by : Kyle Stack (wired.com)

Review: Polk Audio UltraFit 3000 sports headphones

Polk Audio joins the list of manufacturers making sports-specific earbuds -- listening devices designed not only to withstand the sweat of your workout, but also...

Fantastic sound. Design prevents buds from popping out. Color-coded cables let you tell left from right at a glance. Various ear bud sizes ensures comfortable fit. Carrying case is anti-microbial

Microphone/remote works only with Apple products. Length of 14-inch and 41-inch cables are problematic, limiting where you can attach your iPod

Dec, 2011

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Polk Audio UltraFit3000

The secure fit and laudable audio performance make Polk Audio's UltraFit3000 ideal for the gym, but some minor issues hold back its rating a bit.

Quality audio performance for the price. Exercise-focused design is moisture-resistant. Lightweight, secure fit. Comes with wide array of eartip and cable length options. Includes iPhone/iPad/iPod touch in-line controls.

Fit is always secure but can be inconsistent from ear-to-ear, affecting stereo image. Very slight distortion on deep bass tracks at maximum volume.

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Dec, 2011

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Expert review by : Kyle Stack (wired.com)

Review: Polk Audio UltraFit 3000

Sweating through a workout has its rewards, but one undeniable hindrance is when headphones continually pop out of your ears. Polk Audio's UltraFit 3000 in-ear...

Fantastic sound. Design prevents buds from popping out. Color-coded cables let you tell left from right at a glance. Various ear bud sizes ensures comfortable fit. Carrying case is anti-microbial

Microphone/remote works only with Apple products. Length of 14-inch and 41-inch cables are problematic, limiting where you can attach your iPod

Nov, 2011

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Expert review by : Stereophile (stereophile.com)

Expert Review

The UltraFits are best when complementing an active lifestyle, and particularly a sweaty one. I can’t recommend them for serious listening, as their lack of high end translated into a lack of realism and enjoyment—but their midrange bump is perfect for...

Sep, 2011

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

sathya

fits well

I purchased this headphone thinking it will fit fine and sound better for my sport activities. But, the problem is this headphone volume reduces and gradually goes to mute for every shake on headphone cable when I run and that annoys me a lot after...

Jul, 2013

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Polk audio

Flexibility with cord lengths

Left speaker went out after just two months of working out with it in use

Oct, 2012

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

average

super fast newegg shipping.

lots of choices for eurbud size, cord length ; good quality output, if you get the drivers properly oriented in your ear

still haven't found an earbud choice among those provided in the package that stays secure and oriented properly in my ear during workouts

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Great headphones

These sound great and you barely even know they are in your ear while running. The Cord is short and non tangly which is great for connecting to my iPhone or iPod strapped to my arm. It comes with many options for ear size or personal foundness. It...

None

Dec, 2011

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

great for working out

I use these headphones when I go to the gym. They work great for their intended purpose. Sound quality is fine and they stay in place. Not low quality or audiophile sound - somewhere in-between.

good fit: stable with ear wraps and multiple sized/soft ear tips ; multiple length cables useful for clipping my iPod Shuffle to neck of t-shirt, or shirt sleeve ; sleeve on cable great for keeping the wires going to the earpieces under control ;...

no cons

Dec, 2011

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