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Updated January 10, 2024·

If you enjoy gaming and want a headset with a microphone specifically designed for clear communication, the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is a great choice as it features an over-ear closed-back design that is better for isolating game audio. However, if you are active and prefer to hear your surroundings, such as when running outdoors, the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones with their open design may be more suitable. Bone conduction headphones also allow for more awareness of the environment, but they won't provide the deep bass and sound isolation that traditional headphones like the Turtle Beach offer. Additionally, the Youthwhisper model is newer and may have updated technology, although both are similarly priced. Keep in mind that bone conduction headphones have a different fit that rests on your cheekbones, which may take some getting used to compared to the traditional headband and earcup design of the Turtle Beach. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Turtle Beach Recon 70
  • Good for music
  • Best in class for phone calls
  • Very good for gaming
  • Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
  • Good for exercise
  • Very good for podcasts and audiobooks

Key differences

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Music

7.1
Recon 70
Bone Conduction Headphones
4.8
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good for music, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.

Gaming

8.4
Recon 70
Bone Conduction Headphones
4.9
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is very good for gaming, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.

Phone Calls

9.6
Recon 70
Bone Conduction Headphones
6.5
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is best in class for phone calls, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is only fair.

Podcasts and Audiobooks

7.6
Recon 70
Bone Conduction Headphones
8.2
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good.

TV and Video

7.5
Recon 70
Bone Conduction Headphones
5.1
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good for TV and video, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.

Noise Reduction

5.6
Recon 70
Bone Conduction Headphones
2.5
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for noise reduction, though the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is somewhat better.

Battery

N/A
Recon 70
Bone Conduction Headphones
8.0 Hours
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 does not have a battery. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.

Cost

$40
Recon 70
Bone Conduction Headphones
$36
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The Turtle Beach Recon 70 has a price of $40 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
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Key similarities

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Build Quality

8.5
Recon 70
Bone Conduction Headphones
8.0
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones both have very good build quality.

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How the Turtle Beach Recon 70 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones compare to other earbuds and headphones

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Spec Comparison

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Turtle Beach Recon 70Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
Turtle Beach Recon 70Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones

GENERAL

Price
$40
$36
Brand
Turtle BeachYouthwhisper
Release Date
May 1, 2019June 1, 2022
Form Factor
HeadphonesHeadphones
Connectivity
WiredWireless

SOUND

Music Score
7.1/104.9/10
Phone Calls Score
9.6/106.6/10
Gaming Score
8.4/105/10
TV and Video Score
7.6/105.1/10
Exercise Score
4.3/107.4/10

PERFORMANCE

Battery life
N/A8 Hours
Wireless charging
N/ANo
Charging time
N/A2 Hours
Bluetooth version
N/AUnknown

FEATURES

Active Noise Cancelling
NoNo
Noise Reduction Score
5.7/102.5/10
Virtual Surround
NoNo
Android App
N/ANo
iOS App
N/ANo
Mic Quality
10/106/10

BUILD AND DESIGN

Build Quality
8.5/108/10
Comfort score
7.6/107/10
Weight (headset or single earbud)
309 Grams29 Grams
Microphone style
BoomIntegrated
Waterproof Rating
04

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Sound Guys

Sam Moore | September 2022
"There aren’t many considerations to make here. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 sounds decent, offers solid chat audio, feels good to wear over long periods, and it works everywhere. If you’re in the market for a simple plug-and-play option, you could do a whole lot worse (and spend a whole lot more money). Regardless, if getting something cheap that works well is the only thing you care about, this is a great option."

Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones

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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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