Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS Review: Budget-Friendly Gem Or Missed Opportunity?

Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS
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Key Highlights

  • Snug-fit design
  • Passive noise isolation
  • One-touch assistant
  • Advanced BT 5.3V

Are you looking for budget-friendly wireless earbuds? Consider the Inbase Free Buds Elite as a viable option. Initially launched in India at an introductory price of Rs. 999, these earbuds are currently available on Flipkart for Rs. 949. Packed with features such as noise isolation, touch control, and water resistance with an IPX rating, the earbuds offer an attractive choice for budget-conscious buyers. However, the crucial question remains: does it justify its asking price? To provide insights, I extensively used the Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS for approximately a month, and here are my observations. Also Read | OnePlus Nord Buds Review: Fairs The Competitions?

ProsCons
Comfortable DesignSensor Control Issues
Decent Audio QualityNoise Isolation
Compact and lightweight 

What’s Inside The Box?

Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS
  • Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS
  • USB to USB-C charging cable
  • 2 Extra Silicon tips
  • User manual

Design

Available in Black and Pearl White, we have the Black variant for the review which looks elegant. The Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS features a stem-style design and is housed in a square-shaped charging case. The case, made of plastic, is of average quality and is prone to scratch marks. It includes the logo, an LED indicator, and a sleek square cut in the front for easy opening, with a charging point at the bottom, giving it a decent look.

The earbuds are lightweight, comfortable, and easy to wear, fitting snugly in the ears without falling out, even during head movement. Additionally, the earphones easily connect to the smartphone as soon as the charging case is opened, providing a convenient pairing experience. The device is further dustproof and water-resistant.

Audio Quality

The main purpose of any earphone is to deliver quality audio. Considering its price, I didn’t expect much, but the audio quality turned out to be good. Like many budget-friendly earbuds, there’s a focus on bass and mids, which is a sound setup that most people, including myself, find appealing.

Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS

However, the passive noise isolation mechanism didn’t meet my expectations. You can still hear faint voices and traffic sounds. The wireless range is 10m, and I was able to enjoy uninterrupted audio even when my phone was on the first floor and I went downstairs.

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Sensor Control

The Free Buds Elite TWS is equipped with sensors positioned at the top of both earbuds, allowing you to control volume, music playback, and track changes using simple touch gestures. While it was easy to manage volume and music playback, I faced challenges when switching between calls and different modes, as well as handling calls.

Even after tapping the right earbud three times, the mode sometimes failed to activate, and vice versa. Adjusting the earbuds during a call often resulted in unintended call disconnections. Some of the larger gestures are prone to accidental touches, and this is an aspect that Inbase should address and fix.

Battery Life

Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS claims to have up to 40 hours of listening with additional chargers and 400 hours of standby time. It has a battery life of about five hours when I use them just for listening to music. It takes around one hour for the case to fully charge, and the earbuds themselves take up to 1.5 hours to charge.

Giznext Verdict

Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS

I enjoyed using the Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS. They sound good for their price, and they’re comfortable and easy to use. However, the battery life could be better. If you want earbuds that offer a bit of everything without costing too much, the Inbase Free Buds Elite TWS is a good choice.

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