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Updated April 11, 2024·
If price is a major consideration and you primarily listen to music or watch TV and videos, the Sony MDREX15AP earbuds, with their budget-friendly cost, could be the better choice as they offer very good sound quality for music and excellent performance for TV and video. However, they do not support wireless connectivity and their sound isolation is just good, which may not be ideal in noisy environments. In contrast, the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are more expensive but offer a unique open-ear experience through bone conduction, which allows you to stay aware of your surroundings, making them suitable for use during exercise with their sweatproof and dustproof design. They also support wireless connectivity, but provide poor overall sound quality and sound isolation, so if audio fidelity and blocking out ambient noise are priorities, they may not be the best choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony MDREX15AP
- Very good for music
- Excellent for TV and video
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
- Good for exercise
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.3
4.8
The Sony MDREX15AP is very good for music, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Gaming
6.7
4.9
The Sony MDREX15AP is only fair for gaming, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Phone Calls
3.5
6.5
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is only fair for phone calls, while the Sony MDREX15AP is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.4
8.2
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony MDREX15AP is poor.
TV and Video
9.3
5.1
The Sony MDREX15AP is excellent for TV and video, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
2.5
The Sony MDREX15AP is good for noise reduction, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Battery
N/A
8.0 Hours
The Sony MDREX15AP does not have a battery. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$20
$36
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The Sony MDREX15AP has a price of $20 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
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Build Quality
8.0
8.0
The Sony MDREX15AP and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones both have very good build quality.
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How the Sony MDREX15AP and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Sony MDREX15AP | Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$20 | $36 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | Youthwhisper | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2014 | June 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.3/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.8/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.3/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | Unknown | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 3.1 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Sony MDREX15AP
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Pete Anthony | June 2022
"At the ultra budget $10 price-point (and we’ve seen the no-mic version go for as cheap as $7), I’d say these are a decent option if you’re looking for a passable pair of earbuds for basic use that’s as cheap as possible. I wouldn’t say they feel or sound as good as some of the ultra-budget alternatives out there – of which there are a few at this point – but some might disagree. I will say though that the cable is a little bit nicer than those of that same competition."
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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 Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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