The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless Sport are truly wireless in-ears that come with a portable charging case. They have a very stable in-ear fit, so they shouldn't fall out of your ears even at the gym, and they're more comfortable than the previous Klipsch T5 True Wireless. Their warm, somewhat bass-heavy sound profile adds an extra punch to music so you can stay motivated during your toughest workouts. While their control scheme isn't very clicky and may not be comfortable to use, they come with lots of different ear tip sizes to help you find the best possible fit.
Our Verdict
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless are decent for mixed usage. Their portable design makes it easy to bring them on-the-go, and their stable fit is suitable for intense workouts at the gym. They can passively isolate against most noises found in an office setting, though they don't perform as well with bass-heavy sounds like engines found during your commute. Their warm, bass-heavy sound profile adds a little extra punch to your music, but it may not be ideal for neutral sound. Luckily, their companion app has a graphic EQ and presets so that you can tweak their sound.
- Stable in-ear fit.
- Portable design.
- Graphic EQ and presets available.
- Control scheme isn't the easiest to use.
- May not isolate against bus or plane engines.
- Terrible passive soundstage.
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless are fair for neutral sound. They have a somewhat warm, bass-heavy default sound profile that adds a little extra boom to the mix. Their balanced mid-range is suitable for vocal-centric content though. That said, if you prefer a more neutral sound, their companion app offers a graphic EQ and presets so you can customize their sound to better suit your needs.
- Consistent audio delivery.
- Graphic EQ and presets available.
- Control scheme isn't the easiest to use.
- Terrible passive soundstage.
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless are very good for commute and travel. Their portable design makes it easy to bring them on-the-go, and they're decently comfortable. Their 9.5-hour continuous battery life may be enough to get you through long international flights. However, they can struggle to isolate against bass-heavy sounds like bus or plane engines.
- Good noise isolation.
- Portable design.
- May not isolate against bus or plane engines.
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless are impressive for sports and fitness. These truly wireless in-ears are easy to bring on-the-go, and they're stable enough to stay in your ears during your workout. They're even rated IP67 for water resistance, though we don't test for this. They're decently comfortable, but using their controls can push them deeper into your ears.
- Stable in-ear fit.
- Portable design.
- Control scheme isn't the easiest to use.
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless are adequate for office use. They don't leak a lot of noise, and they can passively isolate against typical office sounds like chatter from nearby coworkers. They're decently comfortable, but their 9.5-hour continuous battery life may not be enough to get you through your workday and your commute without a recharge.
- Good noise isolation.
- Control scheme isn't the easiest to use.
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless are compatible with Bluetooth-enabled PCs, but their latency is likely too high to be suitable for wireless gaming. They aren't compatible with PS4 or Xbox One, either.
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless can't be used with a wired connection, so they aren't suitable for wired gaming.
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless are acceptable for phone calls. Their integrated microphone makes your voices sound a bit thin and lacking in detail. The mic also struggles to separate your voice from background noises, so they're better suited for making calls from quiet settings. Fortunately, these headphones can passively isolate against background noise so you can focus on your call.
- Good noise isolation.
- Mediocre microphone recording quality.
Changelog
- Updated Feb 24, 2021: Updated text to include the case's wireless charging capabilities.
- Updated Feb 23, 2021: We've updated the 'App Support' test to better reflect their compatibility with the Klipsch Connect app.
- Updated Nov 24, 2020: Review published.
- Updated Nov 18, 2020: Early access published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless Sport come in three different color variants: 'Black', 'Silver', and 'Green'. We tested the 'Black' model, and you can see the label for the model we tested here. We expect the other color variants to perform similarly.
Klipsch has created three successors to the Klipsch T5 True Wireless: the T5 II, the T5 II Sport, and the T5 II Sport McLaren Edition. All three earbuds have similar features, but the Sport and the McLaren Sport come with additional memory foam ear tips and ear wings for a more stable fit and bigger charging cases. The McLaren edition also comes with a wireless charging pad, and it's available in the racing team's signature black and orange colors.
If you come across another variant, let us know in the discussions.
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The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless Sport are truly wireless in-ears with a sports-oriented design. They're more comfortable and more stable than their predecessor, the Klipsch T5 True Wireless, and they have a better passive noise isolation performance. They also have a companion app that offers a graphic EQ and presets to help customize their sound to your preferences. If you're looking for more headphones, check out our recommendations for the best wireless earbuds for running and working out, the best wireless earbuds, and the best true wireless earbuds.
Depending on your listening habits, you may prefer either the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2 or the Klipsch T5 II True Wireless Sport. While both headphones have a customizable sound profile via their respective companion app's graphic EQ and presets, the Klipsch are more comfortable, have longer continuous battery life, a better noise isolation performance. However, the Sennheiser are better-built.
The Jaybird Vista Truly Wireless are better than the Klipsch T5 II True Wireless Sport. The Jaybird are better-built, and they have a more comfortable and stable fit. Their sound profile is better-balanced, and they even have a parametric EQ and presets for customization. However, the Klipsch have a better noise isolation performance and a longer continuous battery life. Their companion app also offers a graphic EQ and presets, which some users may prefer.
The Klipsch T5 II True Wireless Sport are better than the Klipsch T5 True Wireless. The T5 II are more comfortable and more stable in your ear. They also have a more balanced sound profile, and they can passively isolate against more background noises. They have a companion app, too, and it offers a graphic EQ plus presets to help tweak their sound to your liking. However, the T5 are better built.
The Beats Powerbeats Pro Truly Wireless are better headphones than the Klipsch T5 II True Wireless Sport. The Beats are better-built and more comfortable and stable. Their sound profile is also more neutral and balanced. However, the Klipsch have a better noise isolation performance, and they leak less sound. Their companion app also offers a graphic EQ and presets if you like to customize their sound.
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