The Altec Lansing True Evo are fairly versatile truly wireless in-ears. They have a bass-heavy sound profile that'll be better for music genres like EDM and hip-hop. They don’t enter your ear canal as deeply as many in-ears, making them a bit more comfortable for some. Unfortunately, they don’t isolate low frequencies well, meaning they won’t be a great choice for commuting. However, their IPX6 rating and portable, breathable, and stable design are great for sports. These Bluetooth headphones have very high latency and may not be a good option for watching videos and gaming.
Our Verdict
The Altec Lansing True Evo are okay for mixed usage. Their sound profile will be better suited for fans of heavy-bass music and won’t be great for vocal-centric music. They don’t isolate low frequencies well like plane and bus engine rumbles, which won’t be ideal for commuting. However, they have a very portable design. They also have stability fins and are very breathable, which is good for sports. Unfortunately, their short battery life isn’t great for the office as they also take a lot of time to charge fully. Also, their latency will be noticeable while watching video content and gaming.
- Lightweight and portable design.
- Wireless Qi charging case.
- Short battery life and long charging time.
- Limited control scheme.
- High latency.
The Altec Lansing True Evo are fair for neutral listening. They have an average and boomy bass with a cluttered mid-range. Unfortunately, vocals and lead instruments sound thick and pushed back to the back of the mix. On the other hand, they have a great and well-balanced treble. They're better suited for fans of bass-heavy music. Also, the in-ear fit might not be ideal for long listening sessions.
The Altec Lansing True Evoare decent for commuting. They're very portable, and you can easily carry them around, but unfortunately, they don’t isolate engine rumble well and may not be the best option for traveling. They're comfortable for short rides, but you might feel ear fatigue during long flights.
The Altec Lansing True Evo are very good for sports. These truly wireless headphones don’t make you sweat more than usual, thanks to their breathable design. They also have stability fins which are great to keep a secure fit while working out. They also have a good wireless range, so you can leave your phone on a bench or the treadmill without getting audio cuts.
The Altec Lansing True Evo are alright for the office. While they isolate a good amount of ambient chatter and barely leak, they have a few things that won’t be ideal for the office. They have short 3-hour battery life on one charge, and it will take you the same amount of time to recharge them fully. Also, the in-ear fit won’t be as comfortable throughout the day, and you’ll feel ear fatigue after a while. They also don’t have multi-device pairing, which would have been helpful to switch between your phone and work computer.
The Altec Lansing True Evo aren't suitable for wireless gaming. They're not suitable for gaming as they have high latency, and their microphone is mediocre for online gaming. They also have poor battery life that won’t last long gaming sessions.
The Altec Lansing True Evo aren't suitable for wired gaming.
Changelog
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Feb 07, 2019: Review published.
- Updated Feb 05, 2019: Early access published.
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The Altec Lansing True Evo are truly wireless headphones that come with a case that supports Qi wireless charging. However, they don’t perform better than many other similar headphones on the market.
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The XFYRO xS2 Truly Wireless are better truly wireless headphones than the Altec Lansing True Evo. The XFYRO are a bit more versatile thanks to their better isolation performance, which can be useful while commuting and at the office. The XFYRO also have a better wireless range and, for about the same battery life, take less time to charge. On the other hand, the Altec feel better-built, and some may prefer a design with stability fins for sports.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty Air are better truly wireless headphones than the Altec Lansing True Evo. The Anker have a more neutral sound profile and isolate more ambient noise, making them a more versatile and better option for commuting. The Anker also have slightly better battery life, and their case is more compact. The Anker also support Bluetooth 5.0, which may translate into better range and connection stability. On the other hand, the Altec come with a good amount of tip options and feel less cheap than the glossy and plastic feel of the Anker.
The Skullcandy Push Truly Wireless are better headphones than the Altec Lansing True Evo. The Skullcandy include volume controls, which the Lansing lack, and a control scheme that is more complete. The Skullcandy also have a longer battery life on a single charge, but their case only holds one additional charge, which is disappointing compared to the Altec's four. The Altec also feel better built and have less of a plastic feel than the Skullcandy, especially in regards to their case.
The Bose SoundSport Free Truly Wireless are better truly wireless headphones than the Altec Lansing True Evo, especially if you care about sound quality. The Bose have a more neutral sound and include a more comfortable, durable build. You get volume controls, which you don't have on the Altec, and their battery life is longer. However, the Altec have a better and more portable case. Since the Altec are closed-back, they isolate more than the semi-open design of the Bose.
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