The EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid Truly Wireless are truly wireless headphones with a USB-C dongle for low-latency audio for on-the-go gaming. They're a good match for casual use thanks to their sturdy construction, comfortable, stable fit, and well-balanced sound profile, which you can customize extensively in their companion software. They're also easy to transport and do an alright job of blocking out ambient noise.
Our Verdict
The EPOS GTW 270 are okay for neutral sound. They have a fairly well-balanced default sound profile, with a touch of added bass that emphasizes the boom and punch of EDM and hip-hop music, but without overwhelming more delicate vocals or lead instrumentals. If that's not to your liking, their companion software features a couple of different EQ presets as well as a nine-band graphic EQ. Unfortunately, like most in-ears, they have a very compact, unnatural soundstage.
- Companion software features an EQ and audio presets.
- Small soundstage.
The EPOS GTW 270 are decent for commuting and traveling. They're exceptionally easy to carry around and feel very sturdy. They're also quite comfortable and won't fall out of your ears while you're on the move. Their latency on mobile devices, particularly those running on Android, is also low, which is good if you plan on watching videos on your way into the office. However, they have a fairly short continuous battery life, which could be annoying during longer commutes, and they don't have any on-board volume controls. While their overall noise isolation capability is alright, they can struggle to filter out the low rumble of bus or plane engines.
- Comfortable, stable fit.
- Low latency on mobile devices over Bluetooth.
- Impressive build quality.
- Limited control scheme.
- No power-saving features.
The EPOS GTW 270 are a great option for sports and fitness. They're stable, feel solid enough to deal with a couple of drops and bumps, and allow your ears to breathe while using them. They're also rated IPX5 for water protection, though we don't currently test for this. Unfortunately, they lack any sort of onboard volume controls, so you may need to pull your phone out to make an adjustment, which could throw off your rhythm.
- Comfortable, stable fit.
- Impressive build quality.
- Limited control scheme.
The EPOS GTW 270 are an alright choice for office use. They do a good job of filtering out background chatter and leak very little audio, which means you can listen to content at high volumes without worrying about annoying people nearby. That said, their short continuous battery life may require you to put them back in their case to occasionally recharge, and they lack any sort of power-saving measures like an auto-off timer.
- Comfortable, stable fit.
- Very little audio leakage.
- Limited control scheme.
- No power-saving features.
The EPOS GTW 270 are fair for wireless gaming. Their USB dongle has somewhat low latency and supports audio and visual transmission, which is nice if you want to game with others. They're a decent fit for wireless gaming thanks to their comfortable fit and well-balanced sound profile that can be adjusted via their companion software, though they do have short continuous battery life. Their Dolby 7.1 virtual surround sound feature will provide a more immersive listening experience.
- Companion software features an EQ and audio presets.
- Sub-par mic noise handling capability.
The EPOS GTW 270 are wireless-only headphones and can't be used on a wired connection.
The EPOS GTW 270 are a fair choice for making phone calls. Their mic makes your voice sound fairly clear and natural, but a little thin. It can struggle with isolating your voice from loud background noise. The buds themselves do an okay job of blocking out ambient noise, though you may have trouble hearing what's being said if you're in a loud environment, like a bus or a subway train.
- Good mic recording quality.
- Sub-par mic noise handling capability.
Changelog
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Updated Jul 22, 2025:
In response to reader feedback, we've added notes to the Build Quality, Battery, and Bluetooth sections regarding reported issues.
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Updated May 14, 2025:
The Controls box has been updated to mention the SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds.
- Updated Jun 27, 2024: The ASUS ROG Cetra True Wireless SpeedNova was added for comparison in the Non-Bluetooth Wireless and Battery sections.
- Updated Feb 06, 2024: Compared their non-Bluetooth wireless latency performance to the Sony PULSE Explore Truly Wireless'.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid only come in one color variant: 'Black/Grey', and you can see their label here.
If you come across a different variant, let us know in the discussions, and we'll update our review.
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The EPOS GTW 270 are truly wireless headphones that the manufacturer advertises as being designed for on-the-go gaming. Unlike the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless, they come with a separate dongle that allows for somewhat low audio latency.
If you're looking for casual-use alternatives, take a look at our list of the best truly wireless earbuds and the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds. If you're looking for gaming-oriented wireless options, see our picks for the best wireless gaming headsets.
The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds are better for gaming than the EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid Truly Wireless. The SteelSeries have over eight hours of continuous battery life, ANC, and a more comprehensive app. While the EPOS are well-made, their continuous battery is quite short at just over three hours, which is very limiting. Other features don't exactly outperform the SteelSeries enough to edge the EPOS ahead, unless you count the greater Bluetooth codec compatibility, but the EPOS' wireless 2.4GHz latency is higher than the SteelSeries, which can introduce a little more A/V mismatch while gaming wirelessly.
The Jabra Elite 85t Truly Wireless and EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid Truly Wireless each have their own advantages, and you may prefer one over the other depending on your needs. The Jabra have a far more comprehensive control scheme, a better noise isolation performance courtesy of their ANC feature, longer battery life, an auto-off timer, and a companion app that offers a broader range of customizability. Meanwhile, the EPOS come with a dongle that allows for somewhat low-latency audio transmission, offer better overall mic performance, and have a Dolby 7.1 virtual surround sound feature.
The EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid Truly Wireless are more versatile than the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Pro. The EPOS are comfier, better-built, and block out more ambient noise. They also come with a separate dongle that allows for low-latency audio. Meanwhile, the Razer support control remapping, and are fitted with a standby mode to conserve battery life. They also last longer on a single charge and have a more neutral sound profile, which some users may prefer.
The Apple AirPods Pro are more versatile than the EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid Truly Wireless. The Apple headphones have a noise-canceling feature that blocks out significantly more background noise. They also have a longer total battery life, courtesy of a charging case that supplies roughly five additional charges. However, the EPOS have a broader range of customization features. Their mic also offers superior recording quality and noise-handling capability.
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