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THREE STARS - If you're looking for cheap wireless earphones that don't go all the way into your ears and don't want them to look like AirPods-knockoffs, the Whizzer B7 Bravopods is worth considering.
Specs of the Whizzer B7 Bravopods:
Bluetooth 5.0
IPX5 waterproof (sweat and rain proof)
4 - 4,5 hours listening on a full charge
Charging case can charge earpieces fully 4 times
Comes with USB-C cable
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Below this Whizzer B7 review you can find comparisons of the Whizzer B7 Bravopods vs SoundPEATS Truebuds, Edifier TWS200, SoundPEATS TrueAir, and Tronsmart Onyx Ace.
Design, comfort and battery life
It's not easy to differentiate the design of wireless half in-ear earphones from Apple's AirPods, but Whizzer sure attempts with the B7. Both the case and earpieces have a matte green finish, which feels a bit rubbery. The rounder case and the likewise rounder stems on the earpieces, also differs from Apple's design.
Both parts also seem well produced. The USB-C powered charging case has a sturdy lid and a LED-light on the bottom to indicate the battery status. The case can power-up the earpieces four times fully before needing a recharge itself, providing the Bravopods a satisfying 4 hours playtime per charge.
As with most half in-ear earphones, comfort on the Bravopods is excellent. You just 'hang' them in your ears and won't even notice you're carrying them later on. The fit is also surprisingly sturdy for this type of earphone.
Connectivity and controls on Bravopods
You control the Whizzer B7 with the touch panel on the stems. The controls don't work that well. According to the instruction manual, you should be able to touch the upper part on the stem to control the earpieces, but controlling them is still a hit-and-miss experience.
Two taps on either of the buds play or pause the music. Three taps on the right bud make you advance a song, three taps on the left bud make you return a track. Surprisingly, it's easier to change the songs than it is to pause or play. Other times, just laying an earpiece on the table is enough to fire an action. The control sensitivity is a bit weird.
The connectivity on the Whizzer B7 Bravopods is robust, with the Bluetooth 5.0 signal holding up to ten meters from your device. It's also possible to rapidly swap between one and two earpieces.
Video and call quality of Whizzer B7
If you have an iPhone and love watching videos on YouTube, the Whizzer B7 Bravopods is not a great choice to make. There's no lipsync on this ever-so-challenging app. Audio-video synchronization is proper on other video services like Netflix and Amazon and apps on Android, though.
The call quality on the Bravopods is decent. You may sound a bit robotic, but both inside and outside, it does a convincing job suppressing noise around you. With trains passing by, you're still audible to the other end of the line. The B7 does take a slight second to focus on the right voice when other people are talking in your area.
Looking at the competition, the Tronsmart Onyx Ace has more audible focusing but makes you sound louder and clearer. The SoundPEATS Truebuds performs comparably; the Edifier TWS200 gives a more clear and true-to-life sound both inside and outdoor.
Also read: The best cheap AirPods-like wireless earbuds
Sound quality of Whizzer B7 Bravopods
When it comes to sound, the Whizzer Bravopods B7 plays it safe. Expect a laidback sound that works for most genres.
Quick reminder: half in-ear earphones are placed sideways in your ears, and therefore don't deliver the directness, fullness, and detail of a fully in-ear earphone.
The Bravopods deliver a sound signature that reminds of the Apple AirPods and the much much cheaper, but comparable sounding Tronsmart Onyx Ace.
The B7 prefers warmth above clarity, with the most attention in the music going to the lower tones. Darker electronic tones have a leading role in the sound. They sound louder and more prominent than vocals, mids, and highs. The bass only supports these lower frequencies - it acts carefully and only delivers a mild slam. Don't expect a fierce kick or a deep sub-bass rumble here. In fact: in songs where the bass should rumble, you're treated to a slight crackle instead.
The quickly rolled-off highs further establish the warm signature. Female and higher-pitched male vocals are toned down and play a part between the other tones and instruments, instead of enjoying their own room.
The B7 can sound a bit dull at times - as if the music is tucked in a blanket - but at least it doesn't lack the vividness of some even cheaper wireless half in-ears. Its smooth, laidback sound may actually appeal to casual listeners.
Selected comparisons
Whizzer B7 vs Edifier TWS200
The Edifier TWS200 is the current best half in-ear earphone you can buy below $50, with its comparable 4-hour battery life and excellent call clarity. Sonically, it also performs better than the Whizzer B7. The Edifier has a punchier bass and offers more presence and detail in the mids. The B7 sounds more closed-in, a bit duller in comparison.
Whizzer B7 vs SoundPEATS Truebuds
The $45 SoundPEATS Truebuds is the current best sounding pair of half in-ear wireless earphones. It has a far more outspoken, vivid, and bright sound than the Whizzer. The Truebuds has more emphasis and detail on highs such as vocals, violins, guitars, and cymbals - yet also delivers a more refined bass kick and more separation in the lower frequencies. The Whizzer B7 sounds more easygoing, though, and gives half an hour of battery per charge more. The Truebuds does have volume controls; the B7 doesn't.
Whizzer B7 vs SoundPEATS TrueAir
The $30 SoundPEATS TrueAir, like the Truebuds from the same brand, has a more dedicated bass and more details in the mids and the highs than the B7. Its highs can sound a little artificial, but they give plenty more detail and vividness than the B7's smooth approach to higher tones. The Bravopods offer better call quality.
SoundPEATS Truebuds vs Tronsmart Onyx Ace
At $30, the Tronsmart Onyx Ace is a direct competitor to the Bravopods. It has volume controls, which the B7 lacks, and offers slightly better call quality both indoors and outside. Soundwise, it's very comparable to Apple's AirPods. The Onyx Ace sounds fuller in the lower frequencies and has more presence in the upper-mids, but vocals lack proper tonality and can sound off - whereas the B7 at least remains its smoothness.
Verdict
With its great comfort, steady 4-hour battery life, and adequate smooth sound, the Whizzer B7 Bravopods is worth considering if you love its green, original design.
THREE stars - worth considering
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