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These ear-hook earbuds felt more secure than any other earbuds I have used, including Apple’s EarPods.
I tried some Sbode products a while back and they delivered on what they promised at a good price, so I picked up their Z10 sports earbuds for working out. They have ear hooks, a flat tethered cable, and a surprising amount of bass. The Sbode Z10 is no longer listed, so the button goes to a similar tethered ear-hook Bluetooth sports earbud.
- Very secure fit, even with glasses
- Lots of bass for the size
- Flat cable resists tangling
- Comes with a hard case
- The silicone tips seal out almost all outside sound, so they are not for job sites or traffic
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What is in the box
I did not know they came with their own little hard case, with a carbon-fiber weave look. A lot of earbuds just come in plastic molding.
Inside the case pocket are small and large silicone tips, a clip for holding the wires together, and a micro USB cable.
Design and controls
They look sharp in black and red, with a velvety rubberized texture on one side, harder plastic on the other, and a big, very soft flexible ear hook. A flat cable tethers the two buds so you can throw them around your neck.
The right side has the controls: minus and plus, a power button that also plays and pauses, and what looks like a microphone hole. Micro USB charging hides under a very flush cover with an LED next to it.
Pairing and fit
They showed up in my Bluetooth settings and paired right away.
My ears sit flat against my head, and a lot of earbuds just do not work well for me. These were a perfect fit with the stock tips, curved around my ears even with glasses on, and felt more secure than any earbuds I have used.
About the buy link
The Sbode Z10 earbuds are no longer listed, and the old link pointed to an unrelated product, so the button goes to Otium ear-hook Bluetooth sports earbuds, a similar tethered style. They are a different brand, so check the listing for specs.
Sound and verdict
With the volume way down, the bass was still thumping, and turning it up was even better. Tapping the side buttons changes the volume, and holding them skips tracks, which I like because volume is what you adjust most.
The biggest drawback is how well they seal: you are immersed in your music and block out everything else. Do not wear them operating heavy machinery or on a construction site. For workouts, I wholeheartedly endorse them.
FAQ
Do the Sbode earbuds stay in during workouts?
For me they felt more secure than any other earbuds I have used, thanks to the ear hooks.
How do the controls work?
Tap the side buttons for volume, hold them to skip tracks, and press the power button to play or pause.
Do they block outside noise?
Yes. The silicone tips seal out almost everything, so they are not for situations where you need to hear your surroundings.
Is this an affiliate link?
Yes. The buttons are #ad affiliate links, and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It costs you nothing extra.
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