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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Grado GT220 earbuds offer better overall sound quality and are well-suited for comfortable, long listening sessions with good build quality. They are more suited to music with a higher score but lack optimal performance for gaming and TV—their closed design and medium portability make them suitable for commuting. They support wireless charging, which adds convenience. On the other hand, the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones have a unique open design allowing you to stay aware of your surroundings, ideal for outdoor activities and exercise with their sweatproof and dustproof features. They also have a longer battery life and are likely more durable due to the inclusion of ear hooks, making them a budget-friendly option for calls, meetings, and book or podcast listening, but they fall short in sound quality in comparison to the Grado GT220. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Grado GT220
- Good for air travel
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
- Good for exercise
Key differences
Music
6.3
4.8
The Grado GT220 is only fair for music, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
8.2
The Grado GT220 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both very good for podcasts and audiobooks, though the Grado GT220 is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
5.3
2.5
The Grado GT220 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for noise reduction, though the Grado GT220 is somewhat better.
Cost
$259
$36
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$400
The Grado GT220 has a price of $259 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
Build Quality
8.8
8.0
The Grado GT220 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones both have very good build quality, though the Grado GT220 has somewhat better build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.1
4.9
The Grado GT220 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for gaming.
Phone Calls
6.9
6.5
The Grado GT220 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both only fair for phone calls.
TV and Video
5.5
5.1
The Grado GT220 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for TV and video.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Grado GT220 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.
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How the Grado GT220 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Grado GT220 | Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$259 | $36 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Grado | Youthwhisper | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2020 | June 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.2/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | Unknown | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 36 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Major HiFi
Alex Schiffer | October 2020
"With its superb and functional interface and its highly satisfying imaging, Grado has shown a new talent for delivering a solid true wireless system, and with future improvements, has the potential to really be one of the best."
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Stozz Audio
Stozz Audio | October 2023
"If you're looking for a pair of headphones that can be worn while running or cycling, these Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are a great alternative to more expensive models. They're lightweight and compact, so they won't get in the way when wearing them while exercising. Plus, they have a built-in microphone so you can take calls during your workout without having to stop and fumble with your phone. The sound quality is great for this style of headphones, and it has many other cool features."
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About Grado
Grado Labs is a small, family-owned, business based in Brooklyn New York that specializes in high-end, boutique, dynamic headphones and turntable cartridges. They boast a particular house sound, that is to say their products have a particular sound signature unique to Grado, that some audiophiles seem to really like and are unable to find anywhere else. Their high-end headphones are all hand made, completely in house, from a variety of exotic woods and materials going so far as to making one of their most popular products out of hemp.
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