The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 are budget-level truly wireless earbuds that come with a portable charging case. Their one-size-fits-all design isn't ideal for everyone, but with a good fit and seal, they can be stable enough to wear during light exercise. Thanks to their truly wireless design, they're also very portable. While their over 5-hour continuous battery life may not be enough to get you through your work day, their charging case offers around five additional charges for when you're on the go. Overall, their sound profile is lacking a bit of bass and treble, and they have an inconsistent audio delivery. There's also a noticeable difference between the performance of the left and right drivers of our unit, but your experience may vary.
Our Verdict
The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 are sub-par for mixed usage. These headphones have a terrible noise isolation performance, so they won't be able to block out background noise at the office or during your commute. They don't have a very neutral sound profile, and their performance depends on their fit, seal, and positioning in your ear, which isn't ideal. On the upside, their truly wireless design is very portable and if you get a good fit and seal, they're stable enough to use during light workouts.
- Very portable.
- Truly wireless design.
- Blocks out almost no background noise.
- Not a very neutral sound profile.
- Inconsistent frequency response performance.
The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 are middling for neutral sound. They're missing a touch of sub-bass, and their treble range is underemphasized, so vocals, cymbals, and other sibilants are lacking in brightness and presence. Their mid-range is very well-balanced and neutral, so vocals and lead instruments are accurately reproduced in the mix. However, these headphones perform differently depending on their fit, seal, and positioning in your ear, so their sound may be different each time you use them.
- Neutral mid-range.
- Not a very neutral sound profile.
- Lacking sub-bass.
- Inconsistent frequency response performance.
The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 are sub-par for commute and travel. They have a terrible noise isolation performance, and they don't block out the sound of bus or plane engines or the voices of other passengers. Unfortunately, their all-plastic design can feel fatiguing in your ear, so they may feel uncomfortable if you wear them for a long time. Their 5-hour continuous battery life isn't ideal for long trips, but on the upside, their charging case offers around five additional charges. They're also very small and portable, and the hard case can help protect the buds when you're on the go.
- Very portable.
- Blocks out almost no background noise.
- One-size-fits-all design not ideal for everyone.
The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 are good for sports and fitness. They're small, lightweight, and portable, and their hard charging case makes it easy to bring them on the go. Their truly wireless design ensures that you won't have to worry about wires getting tangled or caught during your workout, either. That being said, their one-size-fits-all design won't be ideal for everyone. However, if you can get a good fit and seal, these earbuds can be stable and comfortable enough to use during light physical activity. They also have an IPX8 rating for water resistance, though we don't test for this.
- Very portable.
- Truly wireless design.
- IPX8 rating for water resistance.
- One-size-fits-all design not ideal for everyone.
The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 are disappointing for office use. Their one-size-fits-all design isn't comfortable for everyone, and their all-plastic build can get fatiguing after a long listening session. They block out almost no background noise, so they aren't ideal to use in a noisy office setting. Their 5-hour continuous battery life is sub-par, but on the upside, their charging case offers around five additional charges to help you get through the work day. They also leak a bit of noise, but it falls below the noise floor of an average office, so they shouldn't disturb your coworkers too much.
- Leakage falls below noise floor of most offices.
- Blocks out almost no background noise.
- One-size-fits-all design not ideal for everyone.
The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 are Bluetooth-only headphones. They aren't compatible with the PS4 or the Xbox One. While they can be used with Bluetooth-enabled PCs, due to their high latency, they aren't recommended for wireless gaming.
The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 can only be used wirelessly, so they aren't suitable for wired gaming.
The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 are disappointing for phone calls. Like most truly wireless earbuds, their integrated microphone doesn't have the best recording quality. People on the other end of the line should be able to understand you, but your voice may sound thin and muffled. Unless you're calling from a quiet environment, your voice can be drowned out by background noise. These headphones also have a terrible noise isolation performance and block out almost no ambient noise, which may be distracting during your calls.
- Integrated mic.
- Blocks out almost no background noise.
- Microphone makes voice sound muffled.
- Mediocre noise handling performance.
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The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 are budget truly wireless Bluetooth earbuds. Aside from their portable charging case, they don't have a lot of features, and their noise isolation performance is terrible. Even compared to other truly wireless earbuds at this price point, they don't have a very consistent performance and there's some mismatch between the left and right drivers for our unit. If you're looking for more headphones, check out our recommendations for the best true wireless earbuds, the best cheap wireless earbuds, and the best earbuds and in-ears.
The TaoTronics SoundLiberty 79 Truly Wireless are better, more versatile headphones than the TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 Truly Wireless. While the 92 have a sound profile that lacks sub-bass, the 79 have a better-balanced, more neutral sound profile with an extra punch in the bass range, making them more suitable for a wide variety of music genres. The 79 perform more consistently, too. The 79 have a more comfortable and more stable fit, and they have a much better noise isolation performance.
The SoundPeats TrueFree/True Wireless are better, more versatile headphones than the TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 Truly Wireless. The SoundPeats have a more neutral sound profile and a more consistent performance. They also pack an extra punch in the bass range, whereas the TaoTronics lack sub-bass. The SoundPeats have a more comfortable, more stable fit thanks to their multiple earbud tip options, and they have better noise isolation and leakage performance. That being said, the TaoTronics have a longer continuous battery life, and their integrated microphone has a better recording quality.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty Air 2 are better overall headphones than the TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 Truly Wireless. The Anker have a more comfortable fit and a more consistent audio delivery. The Anker also have a more neutral sound profile, though it's slightly bass-heavy, especially compared to the TaoTronics' lack of sub-bass. Unlike the TaoTronics, the Anker have a graphic EQ and presets to help you adjust their sound. The Anker are also a better choice for isolating background noise, and they leak less noise, too.
The Anker Soundcore Life Q20 Wireless are better headphones than the TaoTronics SoundLiberty 92 Truly Wireless. The Anker are more comfortable, and they have a more neutral though bass-heavy default sound profile. These over-ears also do a better job isolating background noise, and they leak less sound. Their over 32-hour continuous battery life surpasses the TaoTronics, and their microphone performs better, too. That said, the TaoTronics' earbud design and charging case makes them much more portable, so they're a better choice for sports and fitness.
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