Short version: I love them and have no big issues other than the battery life, but even that is stated on the product listing.
Long version: I have a LONG history when it come to noise sleeping aids. It started when I slept over at my significant other's (SO) apartment. Like most people on Earth, he snores, but unfortunately for me, he snores pretty loud. In addition to that, I am a VERY sensitive sleeper. I'm talking the type of sleeper that as a kid I would go home in the middle of the night because there was a clock in the room or I could hear a parent of the house snoring. This lead to me having to sleep with a loud fan into my adult years. I also have pretty small ears, which will be relevant later.
*Backstory* scroll down to bottom for review on the Sleep Buds
I tried EVERYTHING. I wore earplugs for an extended period of time (which led to pain that felt like bruises in my ears).
I then bought the over the ear headband headphones I found on Amazon (kinda worked but wasn't loud enough, slid around all the time, and weren't that comfortable. Overall made for a not very solid sleep and I went looking for another option.)
From there we tried the option of getting my SO a mouth guard, to try to fix the snoring itself and not conceal it (he said it was the most painful sleep he had in a while and we ditched that option; if my pain is valid with the earplugs and headband, so is his).
Then it was time to look into more experimental things. At the time there were basically NO sleepbuds on the market. It was the weird time where the Bose sleepbuds version 1 were already discontinued due to their battery, as well as other issues. So I hopped on the train for the Amazfit Zenbuds kickstarter. I paid like $80 then waited 6 months or so till Amazfit sent out their Zenbuds. They were honestly great..... until they weren't. They fit my small ears, allowed for side sleeping, and blocked out about 90% of the noise. For a while they lasted the whole night and I had no issues, but then the Zenbuds stopped staying connected/playing sound. I contacted support, they sent me a new pair. Then the battery stopped lasting all night. Okay, no worries, I'll just buy a second pair off amazon to last throughout the night. Then one of those stop keeping battery. Contact support, they send me a new pair. I will say that the Amazfit customer service was pretty great. When I explained that even though I was having issues I really needed to keep both pairs of earbuds in order to attempt to get through the night, they just sent me the new pair and then gave me a free packing label to send back the defective pair. But this happened sooo many times. I probably went through a total of 6-7 Amazfit Zenbuds.
During this time the Bose Sleepbuds version 2 came out and I gave those a try. Great battery, buut they were way to uncomfortable for me. I thought I just needed an adjustment period so I kept wearing them (around 2 weeks). I stopped when my inner ears started bleeding. My SO now uses them every night to help drown out our loud cats (he loves them). But they are now also discontinued.
I contact the Amazfit team AGAIN because now one of my zenbuds will not charge in the case. They inform me that the Zenbuds are now discontinued and I can send in my defective ones for their Powerbeats Pro. I do that, buuut what now?
*Product Review*
I'm desperate because I've tried everything and it seems all attempts at creating good quality sleep earbuds has ended with discontinued products. I go to amazon and find these. Here are the pros and cons I have experienced:
Pros:
- great sound
- Bluetooth compatible (I listen to ASMR before bed so this is great!)
- great noise library (although I'll admit I just use the snoring cancelation noise they have, which is so great in itself, works awesome)
- So comfy (I had to figure out what worked best for me but once I did they are so comfortable and haven't fallen out while I'm sleeping at all, and I turn a LOT while I sleep. I ended up having two different tips for the earbuds, one with the small and one is the one without the wing)
- Its on Amazon so super easy returns if they don't work for you!
Con(s):
- only a 6 hour battery life, BUT they do say that on the listing. I hate it when the listing will say more time than the actual product gives, so the transparency is great.
Overall I will 100% buy another pair of these when my final pair of Amazfit Zenbuds stops working and I need another set of sleep earbuds to last me throughout the night. The price is high, but seems to be in line with similar products I've purchased in the past. And to be honest, cost means nothing when it comes to getting a good night of sleep, am I right?
Soundcore by Anker, Sleep A10 Bluetooth Sleep Earbuds, Noise Blocking Earbuds for Sleep, Comfortable Fit, Bluetooth 5.2, App,
3.4 | 1,962 ratings
Price: 129.99
Last update: 12-31-2024
About this item
Sleep Monitoring with Sleep Earbuds: Tracks sleep patterns, providing insights into sleep quality and duration for a better rest.
Comfortable Sleep Earbuds for Side Sleepers: The slim, lightweight design fits snugly without pressure, ideal for all-night wear and ensuring comfort until morning.
4-Point Noise Masking Sleep Earbuds: Utilizes ear wings and Twin Seal tips to create a secure, noise-blocking seal, with smart volume adaptation for uninterrupted sleep.
Customized Dynamic Drivers: Engineered to emit low-frequency sounds at 10dB softer than typical drivers, optimizing white noise for sleep through sleep earbuds.
Bluetooth 5.2 Sleep Earbuds: Ensures stable wireless streaming from various apps and devices, enhancing the user's audio experience with sleep-focused earbuds.Also, soundcore APP offers a vast array of white noise and ambient sounds to promote relaxation and sleep, perfect for sleep earbuds users.
Comfortable Sleep Earbuds for Side Sleepers: The slim, lightweight design fits snugly without pressure, ideal for all-night wear and ensuring comfort until morning.
4-Point Noise Masking Sleep Earbuds: Utilizes ear wings and Twin Seal tips to create a secure, noise-blocking seal, with smart volume adaptation for uninterrupted sleep.
Customized Dynamic Drivers: Engineered to emit low-frequency sounds at 10dB softer than typical drivers, optimizing white noise for sleep through sleep earbuds.
Bluetooth 5.2 Sleep Earbuds: Ensures stable wireless streaming from various apps and devices, enhancing the user's audio experience with sleep-focused earbuds.Also, soundcore APP offers a vast array of white noise and ambient sounds to promote relaxation and sleep, perfect for sleep earbuds users.
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 2.69 x 2.69 x 1.04 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 2.08 ounces |
| ASIN | B0BJTFFSRJ |
| Item model number | A6610Z21 |
| Batteries | 3 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Customer Reviews |
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1,962 ratings
3.3 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #53,266 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #230 in Sleep Sound Machines #3,043 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones |
| Date First Available | October 20, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Anker |
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