Our Verdict
The Mpow 059 are average mixed usage headphones. They're above-average comfortable, they have an efficient and easy-to-use control scheme and they don't leak too much. Unfortunately, they do not block enough noise for commuting, they feel a little cheap, and they're slightly too unstable for sports. However, sound-wise, they have a sufficiently adequate audio reproduction for most casual listeners, especially at their price range, although they won't be ideal headphones for more critical listening.
- Good battery life.
- Efficient control scheme.
- Poor Noise Isolation.
- Plasticky build quality.
The Mpow 059 are decent for neutral listening. They have a moderately well-balanced sound that unfortunately overemphasizes high-bass. This makes them sound a bit muddy, and since they don't have the best treble range, they may cause some instruments and vocals to lack detail. They also don't have the best soundstage for more neutral listeners but have a suitable sound for casual use, especially for their price.
Mediocre for commuting. The Mpow 059 are fairly eay to use and decently comfortable but let a lot of noise seep into your audio, which is not suitable for the loud environments involved in commuting.
Average for sports. They do not get as hot as some of the other over-ears and they're also wireless with an easy to use control scheme. However, the ear cups sway a lot while running which is not ideal for sports.
Average for office-use. They do not leak much, they sound decent and have an efficient and easy to use control scheme. However, they won't block the noise of a particularly noisy office.
Subpar for gaming. The Mpow 059 have too much latency, they're not compatible with consoles via Bluetooth and cannot be customized to the extent of other gaming headphones. They also have a mediocre-at-best integrated microphone.
Changelog
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Feb 16, 2018: Converted to Test Bench 1.2.
- Updated Sep 28, 2017: The microphone has been tested with our new methodology, as explained here
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The Mpow Bluetooth Over-Ear are decent mixed usage headphones. They don't have the most durable design and won't be ideal for commuting since they don't block as much noise as some of the noise cancelling models in their price range compared below. However, they're easy-to-use, comfortable and sound good enough for most listeners. This makes them a decent option for most use cases and a good choice if you are looking for a budget wireless over-ear. See our recommendations for the best over-ear headphones under $50 and the best wireless headphones.
The Mpow H5 WIreless are better headphones overall when compared to the Mpow 059 Wireless. The H5 have a more premium look, a better-balanced sound quality, and a more compact form factor. They're also noise cancelling headphones, but their ANC is not very strong. On the other hand, the 059 have a more comfortable fit that's not as tight on the head. They also have a longer battery life and do not leak as much as the H5 since they create a better seal around your ears. They're also a better value for your money at their current price point.
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