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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for earbuds on a budget and you're okay with wired connectivity, the 1More Triple Driver would be the appropriate choice as it costs significantly less than the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and still delivers commendable sound quality. Consider how much you're willing to spend and whether the added features and the ease of wireless listening are worth the investment for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 1More Triple Driver
- Good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Bowers and Wilkins PI7
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.9
6.8
The 1More Triple Driver is good for music, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair.
TV and Video
7.8
6.8
The 1More Triple Driver is good for TV and video, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair.
Noise Reduction
6.0
8.3
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is very good for noise reduction, while the 1More Triple Driver is only fair.
Battery
N/A
3.0 Hours
The 1More Triple Driver does not have a battery. The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$55
$399
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The 1More Triple Driver has a price of $55 and the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 costs $399.
Build Quality
8.3
8.9
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and 1More Triple Driver both have very good build quality, though the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has somewhat better build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.5
8.1
The 1More Triple Driver and Bowers and Wilkins PI7 are both very good for gaming.
Phone Calls
5.0
5.1
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and 1More Triple Driver are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0
4.8
The 1More Triple Driver and Bowers and Wilkins PI7 are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
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How the 1More Triple Driver and the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 1More Triple Driver | Bowers and Wilkins PI7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$55 | $399 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 1More | Bowers and Wilkins | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2016 | April 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.9/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 0.7 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 9 Grams | 7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Adam Molina | April 2022
"For under $99 USD this has a good sound that, when paired with the build quality and design, makes for a solid pair of everyday buds. Should you get them? If you’re tired of buying cheap earbuds and want to treat yourself to something a little nicer, I say go for it."
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Chase Bernath | April 2022
"The primary selling point of the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is the charging case that can transmit audio from any analog source to the earbuds. If you have a very specific and clear need for that feature, then the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is for you."
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About 1More
Music lovers, young or old, frugal or affluent, deserve to hear music as it was meant to be heard, as the artist intended it to be heard. Everyone deserves to hear more. That’s how 1More, a China based company, describes their mission. Their products are all tuned by Luca Bignardi, a sound engineer who’s worked side by side with artists such as Eros Ramazzotti, Laura Pausini and Andrea Bocelli, in an effort to offer premium quality audio devices at midrange prices.
About Bowers and Wilkins
Bowers and Wilkins is a British audio equipment manufacturer with a focus on innovation and product development. It was founded by a couple of real-life James Bonds, the co-founders John Bowers and Roy Wilkins, who met while working for MI6 during World War II. The company keeps being favored by enthusiasts due to their sound quality, craftsmanship and signature aesthetics.
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