Our Verdict
Decent for mixed usage. The Fitbit flyer are best used for sports, but they're portable and isolate enough for more casual uses like commuting and traveling. They also barely leak, so they're a good option for noise sensitive environments like being at the office. However, they have quite a bit of latency which will not be suitable for watching movies or gaming.
- Stable design for sports.
- Very low leakage.
- Poor latency performance.
- Mediocre battery life.
Average for neutral listening. They have a lot of bass which unfortunately sounds a bit boomy and overpowers some of the instruments and vocals in the mid-range. Their treble range is also somewhat recessed but has a few spikes that makes sharp sounds a bit piercing, especially, on already bright tracks. They won't be the best headphones for more neutral listeners and have a small soundstage due to their in-ear closed back design. However they should sound good enough for most.
Above-average for commuting. They isolate decently well against ambient noise, they're portable and have an easy-to-use control scheme. They should be suitable for most commuters but would be better if they had a longer battery life with better power saving features.
The Fitbit Flyer are good sports headphones. They have a breathable in-ear fit, with multiple stability fins and wings that make them stable enough for working out and running. They're also wireless, they have a simple and efficient control scheme, and they're compact enough to fit into most pockets which make them easy to have on you at all times.
Average for office use. They block a decent amount of noise and barely leak, so you will rarely distract your colleagues even if you like to listen to your music at higher volumes.
Below-average for gaming. They have an average-at-best microphone, but way too much latency to be suitable for gaming. They're also not as customizable as most gaming headsets since they have no app support
Changelog
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Mar 09, 2018: Review published.
- Updated Mar 07, 2018: Our testers have started testing this product.
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The Fitbit Flyer are good sports headphones that have a fairly common wireless in-ear design. They're decently premium-looking headphones and feel durable enough to last you a while. They also come with a variety of tips and stability accessories that make them stand out when compared to competing models. However, they have a fairly weak battery performance with no power saving features, and they do not have a very customizable sound unlike some of the models below.
The Jaybird X3 Wireless are better wireless in-ears than the Fitbit Flyer Wireless. The Jaybird have a better isolating in-ear fit and come with a couple more tip options than the Fitbit. They also have a better default sound that you can customize via the Jaybird app and a longer battery life. On the other hand, the Fitbit have a more premium look and feel, and come with a few more stability fin options, which may be more comfortable for some ears. They also have a much easier to charge design that does not require a proprietary charging clip like the Jaybird, which can be very limiting.
The Bose SoundSport Wireless are slightly better headphones than the Fitbit Flyer. The Bose have a more comfortable earbud fit that most will prefer over the in-ear fit of the Fitbit Flyer. They also have a better-balanced sound quality and a better battery performance overall, thanks to their auto-off feature. The Fitbit Flyer, on the other hand, have a more isolating in-ear fit that's more suitable for noisy environments. They also leak a lot less so you can play your music at higher volumes without distracting the people around you. On the upside, both headphones are stable enough for sports and most physical activities.
If you prefer the compact format of a truly wireless design, then the Apple AirPods (1st generation) will be a better choice. However, if you want a typical wireless in-ear for sports, go for the Fitbit Flyer Wireless instead. The Apple have an excellent 25-hour battery life, thanks to their compact and portable charging case. They also have an earbud design that most will find more comfortable than the FitBit. On the other hand, the FitBit have a more isolating in-ear fit, which makes them more suitable for noisy environments and commutes. The FitBit are more stable thanks to their multiple tips and stability fins sizes, and they have a lot more bass and will sound more exciting than the AirPods.
If you prefer the compact format of a truly wireless design, then the Bose SoundSport Free Truly Wireless will be a better choice; however, if you want a typical wireless in-ear for sports go for the Fitbit Flyer Wireless instead. The Bose have a better sound quality than the Fitbit. They're also a bit more comfortable to wear thanks to their earbud design. The Bose are also a bit more portable, thanks to their truly wireless design, although their case is rather bulky. On the other hand, the Fitbit have a more isolating in-ear fit, which makes them more suitable for noisy environments and commutes. They're also more stable thanks to their multiple tips and stability fins sizes. The Fitbit also have a longer battery life on a single charge.
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