Our Verdict
Okay for mixed usage. The V-MODA BassFit have good audio reproduction for critical listening, but their isolation performance isn’t the best for commuting since they don’t block out lower-frequency engine rumbles. However, these headphones are great sports headphones, like they were intended to be used. They are stable, breathable, and easy to carry around. Unfortunately, they are not very comfortable and won’t be great to use at the office.
Thankfully, they do a job of blocking ambient chatter, and their battery life will last you long enough for a whole workday. Like most Bluetooth headphones, they won’t be great for watching TV and gaming because of their high latency. However, they perform better than the average Bluetooth headset, and you might not notice that delay as much.
- Very stable for sports.
- Good audio reproduction for in-ears.
- Poor noise isolation.
- In-ear fit might not be comfortable for everyone.
Decent for neutral listening. The V-MODA BassFit have a powerful, extended, and consistent bass performance, a flat and even mid-range, and a great, well-balanced treble. Unfortunately, the bass is slightly overemphasized throughout the range, the mid-range is slightly recessed, but this won’t be very noticeable. Also, some S and T sounds might lack detail and brightness. Their audio reproduction is fairly accurate and will be versatile enough for most music genres. However, their build won’t be comfortable for long listening sessions.
Okay for commuting and traveling. While they are portable and don’t leak much, they barely isolate any noise in lower frequencies, meaning they won’t block out engine rumbles. Also, their in-ear fit won’t be ideal for long bus rides or flights.
Very good for sports. These headphones are very stable thanks to their ear-hook and stability fins, which makes them suitable for most intense physical activity. While their design is slightly bulkier than small earbuds, they are still very breathable, and you shouldn’t sweat more than usual when wearing. Unfortunately, they don’t have an official IP rating for dust and water resistance like most sports headphones usually have.
Okay for the office. While the V-MODA BassFit don’t isolate low frequencies, they do a good job at isolation ambient chatter and A/C noises. Also, their battery life should be more than enough to listen to your music during your whole workday. However, their fit might not be comfortable, and you might feel ear soreness after a while. On the upside, they don’t leak much so you’ll be able to raise your listening volume to block more noise. They can also connect to two devices simultaneously, which is convenient.
Poor for gaming. Their latency is too high for gaming and their microphone recording quality isn’t as great as boom mics. These won’t be an ideal choice for this use case and aren’t as customizable as most gaming headsets.
Changelog
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Mar 06, 2019: Review published.
- Updated Mar 04, 2019: Our testers have started testing this product.
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The V-MODA BassFit are very good sports headphones that set themselves apart due to their design with stability fins and ear-hooks, making them very stable for physical activity. However, they don’t have great isolation performance and have no official IP rating for dust and water resistance, like other sports headphones usually have. If you’re looking for portable sports headphones, we suggest looking at our recommendations for the best wireless earbuds for working out.
The Jaybird X4 Wireless are better headphones than the V-MODA BassFit Wireless, due to the fact that they have an app with a great EQ. They also feel more comfortable and seem to be better built. They are rated IPX7 for sweat and water resistance and don’t enter your ear canal deeply. On the other hand, the V-MODA have slightly longer battery life and don’t have a restrictive charging cradle like the Jaybird have, which is more convenient.
The JBL Endurance Sprint might offer better value for your money than the V-MODA BassFit Wireless. The JBLs have a similar audio reproduction that of the BassFit, but their fit isolates out more ambient noise, making them more versatile for everyday casual use. Also, they have a touch-sensitive control scheme, which is nice at an affordable price. However, it seems to be finicky and very sensitive, resulting in unwanted registered commands. On the upside, they have an official IPX7 rating and are waterproof. On the other hand, the physical buttons of the BassFit are easier to use during sports and they have a more high-end look. They also have a more stable fit thanks to the ear-hook design with stability fins.
The JBL Reflect Mini 2 are better mixed-usage headphones thanks to their isolation performance, but also outperform the V-MODA BassFit Wireless as sports headphones as well. They are rated IPX5 for sweat and water resistance, and their fit is slightly more comfortable since they don’t enter your ear canal as deeply. They are very stable and won’t move around during physical activity but lack the ear-hook design of the V-MODAs. On the other hand, the BassFit can connect to two devices and look better.
The Beats Powerbeats3 Wireless are slightly better headphones than the V-MODA BassFit Wireless, but both headphones are very similar. The Beats have a slightly more comfortable build, as they don’t enter your ear canal as deeply as the V-MODA. They also have a slightly more neutral-sounding frequency response, but the difference will be subtle. The Beats are also slightly better-built, feel more durable, and have better wireless range. On the other hand, the V-MODA have slightly less latency for watching video content and support the aptX and AAC codecs, which might give you better overall performance.
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