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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're on a budget, Apple Earpods offer good sound quality for music and calls, with a comfortable open design that's great for everyday use, but they're not suitable for exercise or noisy environments due to poor noise isolation and lack of sweatproofing. Alternatively, the Mojawa HaptiFit Terra, while more expensive, provides unique features like bone conduction audio, heart rate monitoring, and a secure fit for exercise, making them versatile for both active use and work, but their sound quality is not ideal for enjoying music. Both options lack Active Noise Cancelling, so keep this in mind if you travel frequently. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Earpods
Good for music
Very good for gaming
Advantages of the Mojawa HaptiFit Terra
Very good for exercise
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.8/10
5.4/10
The Apple Earpods is good for music, while the Mojawa HaptiFit Terra is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.4/10
8.2/10
The Mojawa HaptiFit Terra is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Apple Earpods is good.
Battery
N/A
8.0 Hours
The Apple Earpods does not have a battery. The Mojawa HaptiFit Terra has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$20
$300
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The Apple Earpods has a price of $20 and the Mojawa HaptiFit Terra costs $300.
Build Quality
7.6/10
8.5/10
The Mojawa HaptiFit Terra has very good build quality, while the Apple Earpods has good build quality.
"Apple’s wired buds sound just fine for the price, and their handy inline controls and clear microphone give them an edge on wireless earbuds that are much more expensive. Plus, you never have to worry about running out of battery — or worse, a stray earbud going missing."
Get a great deal on the Apple Earpods or the Mojawa HaptiFit Terra
About Apple
Apple Inc. is an American technology company, founded in 1976, known for its wide range of premium products, including smartphones, computers, and audio solutions. Apple offers the very popular personal audio line AirPods, highly regarded for their wireless, smart capabilities and their seamless integration with the iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. They provide a high-quality sound, comfort and lifestyle features perfect for all users invested in their ecosystem.
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