SoundPEATS RunFree Lite Review
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Design
Like the Truefree F1 headphones, the SoundPEATS RunFree Lite resemble the AfterShokz bone conduction headphones. However, like the F1 headphones, the RunFree Lite don’t use bone conduction technology. It uses ”air conduction,” which are essentially small speakers pointed towards your ear. This allows you to hear what is going on around you since your ear is not completely blocked by the headphones.
Truefree F1 headphones vs Aftershokz OpenMove
There are three buttons on the side of the earbud: power, volume up and volume down. I was surprised how light these felt when I took the headphones out of the box. They weight only 27 grams and should be comfortable for extended periods of wear.
Performance
One of the first things I noticed when using the RunFree headphones is that the bass is much more pronounced compared to the AfterShokz bone conduction headphones. It’s not as much bass as you would get from larger over-the-ear headphones, but is enough to sufficiently enhance the sound of your music.
The RunFree Lite headphones site are comfortable to wear and seem secure, but you may notice them shift while doing more intensive activities such as running or HIIT workouts. If you run long distances, you’ll probably notice this more and it may become more of an issue for you. However, for short runs, or if you plan to use these while sitting at desk, going for a walk, or doing some chores around the house, the fit should be fine for most people.
Battery Life on the RunFree Lite Headphones
The RunFree Lite headphones can last up to 17 hours on a single charge, and the headphones are recharged with a standard USB-C cable. The port is protected under a small rubber flap to help keep out moisture and sweat.
Video Review of the SoundPEATS RunFree Lite
Our Verdict
The Truefree F1 headphones don't use bone conduction and therefore have more bass than the Aftershokz headphones. There is some movement while running, so they may not be ideal for distance runners, but for short runs and walks, the fit securely and have long battery life.
PROs
- More bass than Aftershokz
- Long battery life
- Easy to use controls
CONs
- Some movement while running
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