Key Highlights
- Snug-fit design
- One-touch voice assistant
- HD mic for clear calls
- Massive 13mm audio driver
- Passive noise isolation
Ever wondered what it feels like to be truly engrossed in your favorite tunes? Today, we’re diving into the Inbase Free Buds Neo TWS to uncover the answer. Can these earbuds deliver a listening experience that not only meets but exceeds your expectations? Inbase sent us the review units of their Free Buds Neo TWS, and here’s what we think about it. Here, we unravel the features, sound quality, and overall performance of the newly launched Inbase Free Buds Neo TWS. By the end, you’ll have a clear picture of whether these earbuds are worth the investment or if you should keep searching for the perfect audio companion. Also Read | Audio- Technica ATH-SQ1TW TWS Review: Tiny Beasts
| Pros | Cons |
| Secure fit | Volume limitation |
| Large battery backup | Average call quality |
| Lightweight | Limited touch functions |
What’s Inside The Box?
- Free Buds Neo TWS
- USB to USB-C charging cable
- 2 Extra Silicon tips
- User manual
Design
The Free Buds Neo TWS arrives in a compact and stylish case featuring a flip-style design that easily fits into your pocket. The case, adorned in sleek black with a red border on the opening, boasts a small square shape. Upon opening, a red interior design holds the pair of earbuds, held securely in place by magnetic placements. Plucking out and placing the buds back into the case is quite easy, and the case remains partially open once you put them back in the case.
The case’s front showcases Inbase branding, an LED indicator that indicates charging and stops once it is fully charged, and a USB-C port at the bottom. There are tiny LEDs on each earbud that glow when they are put inside the case. Available in various colors, including Black & Yellow, Blossom Pink, and Navy Blue, we have the Black variant provided by Inbase which looks premium and has an elegant charm.
The earbuds, with their secure in-ear design, offer a perfect fit without any issues during activities like listening to music, taking calls, or strolling. Even during vigorous activities like running, the earbuds stay firmly in place. The semi-in-ear style, featuring hard plastic in the inner part, may cause discomfort for some users during extended use. But, in my experience of using the Free Buds Neo for two to three hours at a stretch, they remained comfortable most probably because of they are light in weight. The earbuds are also IPX5 water-resistant, protecting against sweat and some water exposure.
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Connectivity and Touch Controls
Connecting the Inbase Free Buds Neo TWS is super easy. Remove the earbuds from the charging case, switch on the Bluetooth on your device, and pair them with ‘Free Buds Neo’. Once paired, the earbuds will automatically connect every time you take them out of the charging case.
Coming to the touch sensors, the TWS allows you to manage essential features effortlessly. Each earbud has different touch functions; a single tap on either bud plays or pauses the music and answers calls. Tapping thrice dials the last number you called. While the company mentions additional controls, my experience revealed only these two functions being responsive with the touch sensors. Here’s a complete list of touch functions that you can find in the TWS:
| Power On | Long press for about 4 seconds |
| Power Off | Long press for about 5 seconds |
| Answer/end call | Touch once on the Left / Right earbuds |
| Incoming call rejection | Long press for 2 seconds on Left / Right earbuds |
| Play/pause | Touch once on the Left / Right earbuds |
| Last/next song | Long press the Left / Right earbuds |
| Increase volume | Touch twice on the right earbuds |
| Decrease volume | Touch twice on the left earbuds |
| Recall the last number | Touch thrice on Left/Right Earbuds |
Audio Experience and Call Quality
The Free Buds Neo comes with 13mm audio drivers, but even when you put the volume on the highest, it might not feel very loud. People end up using the highest setting to hear better. However, it gives a clear sound without any distortion, and the bass is pretty good too. The earbuds have a feature to block out some outside noise. However, when it comes to making calls, the experience is not great and is just okay. The call quality on the Free Buds Neo is not as good as it could be.
Battery
According to Inbase, the Free Buds Neo provides approximately 5-6 hours of playback time and boasts an impressive standby time of up to 400 hours. It took me around an hour to fully charge the Free Buds Neo TWS. A good thing is that it comes equipped with a USB-C port for charging it conveniently. Over nearly a month of usage, I’ve found the need to charge the TWS only a few times, highlighting its commendable battery performance.
Giznext Verdict
If don’t have a big budget or simply prefer not to spend much on earbuds, the Inbase Free Buds Neo is the perfect solution that will meet and exceed your expectations. Priced at Rs. 8,99, it stands out as one of the top earbud options in the market. Offering decent bass, large battery life, easy connectivity, and more, it caters to all your requirements without burdening your wallet. In my opinion, it’s a great choice that delivers value for its affordable price.
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