The Mpow CH6 are basic wired headphones for kids. They're decently well-built and have a stable fit. Their switchable volume limiter can be used to protect young listeners' hearing while also allowing them to hear their music in louder environments. Unfortunately, they may be uncomfortable for some users with large heads or ears. They also block out very little ambient noise and have a limited control scheme. If you're looking for a pair of headphones for your kids and don't want to deal with the hassle of Bluetooth pairing or battery life, these aren't a bad choice.
Our Verdict
The Mpow CH6 are inadequate for mixed usage. They block out very little ambient noise and are somewhat bulky, so they're ill-suited for use on a bus. They have a reasonably well-balanced sound profile but struggle to deliver audio consistently. Meanwhile, their mediocre microphone recording quality and noise handling capability limit their practicality for phone calls.
- Switchable volume limiter to protect young listeners' hearing.
- Satisfactory build quality.
- Very basic control scheme.
- Poor noise isolation.
- May be uncomfortable for some listeners.
- Mediocre microphone noise handling capability.
The Mpow CH6 are mediocre for neutral sound. They have a slightly underemphasized bass response that reduces the thump and kick of some genres like EDM. Thanks to their neutral mid-range, vocals and lead instruments sound clear and present, but their uneven treble results in a loss of overall detail. Also, they struggle to deliver audio consistently.
- Inconsistent audio delivery.
The Mpow CH6 are bad for commuting and traveling. Wearers may hear the low rumble of bus engines as well as the chatter of other young travelers. They're also somewhat bulky and don't come with a case or pouch to carry them when not in use, and their on-ear fit won't suit all listeners.
- Switchable volume limiter to protect young listeners' hearing.
- Satisfactory build quality.
- Very basic control scheme.
- Poor noise isolation.
- May be uncomfortable for some listeners.
- Somewhat bulky design with no carrying case.
The Mpow CH6 are poor for sports and fitness. They're quite bulky and not all that comfortable. Their in-line remote is very basic and doesn't allow for any sort of in-depth playback control or volume adjustment. However, they do have a decently stable fit and feel fairly sturdy.
- Satisfactory build quality.
- Decently stable fit.
- Very basic control scheme.
- May be uncomfortable for some listeners.
- Somewhat bulky design with no carrying case.
The Mpow CH6 are inadequate for office use, but since they're designed for kids, it's unlikely that they'll be used for this purpose. They let in quite a bit of incoming chatter and can be uncomfortable to wear for extended periods.
- Switchable volume limiter to protect young listeners' hearing.
- 1/8" TRRS connection allows for full audio and microphone support on all systems.
- Poor noise isolation.
- May be uncomfortable for some listeners.
- Inconsistent audio delivery.
The Mpow CH6 are wired-only headphones and therefore aren't suitable for wireless gaming.
The Mpow CH6 are passable for wired gaming. Their wired connection transmits audio without delay, and their 1/8" TRRS cable allows for full audio and microphone compatibility with Xbox One and PS4 consoles as well as PCs with the appropriate port. Their in-line microphone delivers mediocre recording quality and is best suited for quiet environments. Their fit is also limited in terms of adjustability, so users with a wide head or large ears may find them uncomfortable.
- Switchable volume limiter to protect young listeners' hearing.
- 1/8" TRRS connection allows for full audio and microphone support on all systems.
- May be uncomfortable for some listeners.
- Inconsistent audio delivery.
The Mpow CH6 are sub-par for phone calls. Their in-line microphone makes speech sound muffled and thin and does an only passable job of isolating the wearer's voice from background noise. They also don't block out that much ambient noise, so users may have trouble concentrating on what's being said in a conversation.
- Switchable volume limiter to protect young listeners' hearing.
- Poor noise isolation.
- Mediocre microphone noise handling capability.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Mpow CH6 are available in eight different color schemes: 'Blue', 'Green', 'Pink', 'Green/Purple', 'Black/Blue', 'Black/Red', 'Pink/White', and 'Purple'. We tested the 'Blue' variant, and you can see its label here. We expect the other color variants to perform similarly.
If someone comes across a variant that isn't listed, let us know in the discussions so that we can update our review.
Popular Headphones Comparisons
The Mpow CH6 are simple wired kids headphones. They have decent build quality, a fairly stable fit, and a unique switchable volume limiter to suit different ambient noise levels. However, they may not be comfortable for all listeners, deliver audio inconsistently, and block out very little ambient noise. For more options, take a look at our list of recommendations of the best on-ear headphones, the best headphones under $50, and the best closed-back headphones.
The JBL JR300BT Wireless are more versatile kids headphones than the Mpow CH6. The JBL have a more comfortable fit, an easier to use control scheme, and a better-balanced sound profile. However, the JBL are Bluetooth-only headphones, which give the wired-only Mpow headphones an advantage in terms of audio latency and overall runtime. The Mpow are also more sturdily built and block out more ambient noise.
The Mpow CH6 are better headphones than the Mpow CH1. The CH6 are better-built, and they have a more stable fit. Their sound profile is much more balanced, too. They leak less noise, and they come with a microphone and a volume limit switch, which the CH1 lack.
The Mpow CH9 Wireless are better kids' headphones than the Mpow CH6. The CH9 can be used wirelessly, unlike the CH6. They have a bass-heavy sound profile, and their microphone has a better performance. That said, the CH6 are better-built, and they leak less noise.
The iClever BTH02 Wireless are better kids headphones for mixed usage than the Mpow CH6. The iClever have a more comprehensive control scheme and deliver audio more consistently. They're wireless headphones with a 50-hour plus battery life, so running out of charge isn't a major concern, though they can be used to receive audio passively with their included 1/8" TRS cable. Meanwhile, the Mpow are better-built, have a superior integrated microphone, and block out more ambient noise.
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