Ciciloud AIR80 Bluetooth Earbuds | Product Review
I’ve been an Apple user for as long as I’ve had a smart phone. I have no interest in getting into debates with anyone about the merits of iPhone vs. Android. It goes nowhere. But one thing that Apple haters and I can agree on is that the price for their peripherals is absolutely ridiculous. I’ll admit that I’ve bit the bullet and paid top dollar for certain items, mostly because I’m a sucker. Most third-party companies simply don’t offer products up to snuff. Thankfully, the Ciciloud AIR80 Bluetooth earbuds have come close. Although the quality isn’t exactly the same as the AirPods that Apple lovers have grown so accustomed to, they’re pretty darn close. And I think the tradeoff of a significantly-lower price is well worth it. After testing these out for weeks, they’ve become my go-to earbuds over my EPOS earbuds and even my AirPods.
Similar Design, Only Lighter
I mean, just look at these earbuds. They’re so similar to AirPods, I’m surprised they’re different enough to not get the manufacturer in trouble. They’re just as comfortable and offer sounds just as good as their Apple counterparts. There are some noticeable differences, though.
First off, these take a significantly longer time to connect when putting them in your ear. Granted, we’re talking an extra five or six seconds, which makes this definitely a first world problem. But it’s there.
On a positive note, I can use either the left or right ear bud on their own instead of both at the same time. This is a very important feature for me, which was my only gripe with the EPOS earbuds. I could use just one earbud with that product, but it had to be the right ear. I could not use the left earbud on its own. Also, the AIR80 model from Ciciloud has a little blue light that comes on when you open the case. I often put my earbuds away in the middle of the night, so this little feature makes it much easier for me to put them away. No longer do I have to fumble in the dark and feel that they are placed in the case correctly.
What About with Gaming?
As expected, I was eager to try the AIR80 earbuds with my Switch 2 and Steam Deck. I’m happy to report that they work perfectly with both devices. Pairing is just as easy as any other Bluetooth device I’ve paired, and the sound is perfectly fine. Sure, there’s no noise cancelling function, but that would cost you hundreds of dollars from other manufacturers.
Ciciloud AIR80 Bluetooth Earbuds Final Verdict
As you’ll see below, the price for the AIR80 ear buds is only $49.99. This is quite literally a fraction of the cost of higher-end ear buds. If you’re constantly worried about losing your earbuds or have young children you don’t feel like spending hundreds of dollars on, this is a fantastic alternative. I wasn’t joking when I said I use these over my AirPods when I’m not at home. This is the pair I carry around with me so I can use my AirPods at home. The battery lasts significantly longer than the more expensive brand, and I genuinely can’t tell a difference in sound quality. The only real downside is that the case and buds themselves feel a bit more flimsy than others, but I’ve never worried about anything snapping in half. They’re plenty durable and feel very comfortable to wear. The next time my AirPods die, I’ll be picking up another pair of these instead. They’re worth it that much.
This review is based on a review unit of Ciciloud AIR80 Bluetooth Earbuds provided by Antank for coverage purposes.
Ciciloud Bluetooth Earbuds
$49.99
Pros
- Very Comfortable
- Very Long Battery Life
- Sound Quality More Than Acceptable
- Longer Range Than Most Ear Buds
- Attractive Price
Cons
- Case and Ear Buds Feel Flimsy Compared to Apple
