Headphones costing up to 3 thousand rubles remain the most popular in our country. In this price segment, there are good offers from well-known brands for use in different conditions - at home, on the street, for sports. The segment contains mainly compact earbuds and plugs, but there are quite good overhead models. I could not find full-size headphones with decent sound at this price, so this form factor is not presented in the rating. TOP-10 headphones under 3 thousand rubles based on expert reviews and owner reviews. I tried to diversify the rating as much as possible, choosing headphones for different purposes. I hope I was able to present a model that has long interested you.
Sennheiser CX 275s
The headset of a famous German brand opens the rating, the price is just over 2 thousand rubles. Form factor - vacuum. They stand out against the background of competitors with a good design, there is a case in the kit. Sound decent for a vacuum. Some users make claims to the "lifted" treble and virtually no bass. Connected via mini-Jack cable (3.5 mm).
Pros:
- price;
- case included;
- design;
- decent sound;
- good microphone;
- the wire does not dub in the cold.
Minuses:
- cable quality;
- straight plug;
- one-button remote control;
- lack of volume control;
- no fastening for the wire.
An excellent option for headphones with good sounding and a good microphone. Suitable for everyday use with a smartphone.
HUAWEI ANC3
Active noise canceling wired earbuds. According to experts, they are included in the TOP 5 of the brand's headphones in 2019. The sound is pleasant, balanced. Noise cancellation operates in three modes from a built-in 50 mAh battery. Charges from a device with a Type C connector to which headphones are connected. Price - 2250 rubles.
Pros:
- pleasant sound;
- active noise cancellation;
- good microphone.
Minuses:
- no cover included;
- non-alternative Type C plug;
- the location of the control panel (too low);
- incompatible with some smartphones;
- features of the noise reduction. In windy weather, the wind whistle into the headphones is added;
- With noise canceling on, your smartphone's battery drains faster.
Headphones for owners of smartphones with a Type C connector will delight you with good sound, good microphone and noise reduction. In this case, it is advisable to test the gadget before buying it with a specific smartphone model. According to user reviews, there are compatibility issues.
Sony WH-CH500
Wireless on-ear headphones with microphone in 4 colors - white, gray, blue, black. Connected via Bluetooth 4.2. An NFS module is built in for easy pairing. The sound is pleasant, balanced. Autonomy - up to 20 hours. The price is 2300 rubles.
Pros:
- sound;
- build quality;
- rotating mechanism of bowls;
- NFC;
- autonomy;
- stable connection.
Minuses
- weak insulation;
- small volume reserve;
- no sound or LED indicator of battery discharge;
- weak microphone;
- glossy surface;
- inconvenient control with a tight start button;
- no Multipoint support;
- audio lag in games and videos.
A good example of a headset for fans of the brand's on-ear headphones.Thoughtful ergonomics and sound worthy of this form factor at an affordable price made these headphones the most popular in the budget segment.
JBL T450BT
One of the most popular models in the brand's lineup. Form factor - overhead. Feature - installation of speakers in large acoustic chambers. This allows for a pronounced bass response. But users complain about the lack of bass. Headphones work via Bluetooth v 4.1, have a built-in microphone. Less user-friendly than Sony WH-CH500 according to user reviews. In terms of autonomy, they are also inferior (11 hours versus 20). Price - 2350 rubles.
Pros:
- price;
- good sound - powerful bass with emphasis on high frequencies;
- folding design;
- stable connection;
- battery status LED indicator.
Minuses:
- equipment;
- materials and build quality;
- tight headband;
- no low frequencies;
- weak microphone;
- no Multipoint support;
- audio delay in movies and games;
- tight buttons.
The model released in 2016 has not lost its relevance today. Suitable for lovers of JBL signature bass sound.
Xiaomi Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro HD
Hybrid wired earbuds. They have two dynamic emitters and one reinforcing one, which are hidden behind an elegant metal body. Produce great sound with great treble and flat mids. In terms of sound quality, they surpass the Sennheiser CX 275s and HUAWEI ANC3 discussed above. The built-in microphone performs well. Price - 2400 rubles.
Pros:
- case included;
- design;
- durable cable;
- great sound;
- good microphone;
- reliability.
Minuses:
- small volume reserve;
- not enough bass and bass;
- the quality of the complete ear pads;
- poor sound insulation.
The hybrid design delivers excellent sound with an emphasis on treble, which is not to everyone's liking, bass and bass these headphones lack. But for their price, they are good.
Apple earpods
Apple's simple wired earbuds with mic. Available in both Lightning and 3.5mm plugs. At the same time, they are ideally compatible only with Apple devices. When working with devices on Android OS, Windows limits the functionality of the control panel. The sound is good. There is practically no sound insulation due to the special design. Price - 2500 rubles.
Pros:
- design;
- case-case included;
- convenience and comfort;
- excellent compatibility with Apple devices;
- good sound;
- normal microphone.
Minuses:
- soundproofing;
- straight plug;
- there are many fakes on the market;
- limited functions of the control panel when working with devices with Android OS, Windows.
Good earbuds for in-ear lovers and Apple device owners. For other brands, you can pick up a headset with this form factor at a cheaper price.
Philips BASS + SHB3075
Wireless on-ear headphones with powerful bass. They have a folding design, convenient operation. Connected via Bluetooth v 4.1. The built-in battery with a capacity of 240 mAh is responsible for autonomy - up to 12 hours of operation. Bass sound with emphasis on bass is a good alternative to the JBL T450BT for those who complained about the lack of bass in them. Price - 2670 rubles.
Pros:
- ergonomics - soft ear pads, foldable design;
- good bass sound with emphasis on low end;
- great microphone;
- good sound insulation;
- stable connection.
Minuses:
- control is inconvenient - the buttons are small, located too close to each other;
- they look simple, cheap;
- some users have too much bass, they have to resort to using the equalizer.
A great option for lovers of bass and treble in music. The sound is perfect for Bluetooth headphones. If you don't like too much bass, I recommend the Sony WH-CH500: they have a smoother, more balanced sound.
Samsung EO-BG920 Level U
Wireless in-ear neckband headphones. Theoretically it can be used during sports activities. In practice, many are hindered by the rim (jumping up and down, falling off) and the form factor - the earbuds do not fit snugly in most ears. Autonomy - up to 10 hours. You can fasten the headphones with a magnet, there is a multi-function button on which you can set any custom command after installing the proprietary application. Sound is worthy of this form factor, but soundproofing is poor. Price - 2930 rubles.
Pros:
- good sound (two-way sound system - dynamic and reinforcing radiator in each earphone);
- decent microphone;
- magnetic mounts;
- connection stability;
- supported by Multipoint.
Minuses:
- there are problems in compatibility with devices of other brands;
- no discharge warning;
- sit loosely in the ears;
- poor sound insulation;
- small volume reserve;
- When the headphones are magnetically connected, music playback will not pause.
A good example for owners of Samsung smartphones, the proprietary application expands the possibilities. Neck rim - the design is not for everyone, it interferes with some, you should think about it when buying.
Honor AM61
Wireless earbuds for sports. Mounting type - rubber bow, fits securely in the ears. It is possible to connect with a magnet around the neck. IP52 water and dust resistant. Connection - via Bluetooth 4.1. Autonomous work - up to 11 hours. There is a microphone built into the cable that connects the headphones to each other. The sound is mediocre: mids and highs are poorly expressed, the emphasis is on the lows. Price - 2990 rubles.
Pros:
- comfortable ear pads and mounts;
- ergonomics;
- assembly materials;
- autonomy;
- microphone quality.
Minuses:
- mediocre sound. Not suitable for permanent use, tolerant for sports;
- the wire is short. The remote / battery is too close to the ears;
- when the headphones are magnetically connected, music playback does not pause;
- background noise in pauses and desync;
- the LED is bright, does not turn off;
- there are connection failures.
Honor AM61 - headphones for sports, no more. For everyday use, it's better to choose Samsung EO-BG920 Level U or corded Sennheiser CX 275s.
JBL Endurance SPRINT
Another sports model. Thanks to their IPX7 water protection, they can be used even in the pool, although for this purpose the manufacturer has another sample - Endurance DIVE. Massive compared to the Honor AM61. Attached to the ears with the earhook. The decision to equip this model with it looks a little strange: the headphones fit perfectly in the ears without it thanks to the TwistLock technology. For fixation, insert into the ear and twist. For easy storage, magnets are provided in the arms of the mount. The sound is better than that of the Honor AM61, but also far from ideal. The emphasis is on the bass. Treble and bass can be pulled out to a decent level with an equalizer. Autonomy - up to 8 hours. Price - 2990 rubles.
Pros:
- price;
- good sound;
- built-in microphone;
- autonomy;
- good sound insulation;
- ergonomics;
- protection against water - IPX7;
- stable connection.
Minuses:
- the touch control panel is too sensitive (reacts to moisture ingress);
- the sound fades when water enters the ears;
- lack of a cover for storage and transportation included;
- short wire between headphones;
- cannot be used exclusively as a headset. If there is a pause in music playback for more than 5 minutes, they are turned off;
- weak microphone.
The best sports headphones in the ranking. They sound good, they hold up perfectly in the ears, they do not lose the connection even in conditions of active movement. How convenient this form factor is for everyday use is the subjective opinion of everyone. I prefer wired models like the Sennheiser CX 275s or Xiaomi Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro HD, and the JBL Endurance SPRINT is not my story in terms of constant use, they are suitable for sports.
