JBL Soundgear Sense Headphones
Best open-ear headphones for active listeners needing constant environmental awareness.
These open-ear buds are the ultimate solution for staying tuned into your surroundings while you listen. By ditching the seal of traditional in-ear designs, you sacrifice deep bass and total isolation, but you gain a natural, airy soundstage that keeps you safe and aware on city streets.
$164.95
at
Audio46
More SoundGear options
Who it's for
- Users prioritizing ear health and long-term comfort
- Outdoor enthusiasts needing situational awareness while exercising
- Listeners prone to ear fatigue from traditional earbuds
Who should skip it
- Commuters needing privacy and isolation in public spaces
- Audiophiles seeking deep, resonant bass performance
- Travelers frequently visiting loud, bustling environments
Performance breakdown
Situational Awareness
Open-ear design keeps you fully connected to your surrounding environment.
All-Day Comfort
Lightweight build and secure hooks ensure fatigue-free wear during long sessions.
Call Clarity
Four-microphone array delivers reliable voice pickup for clear, professional communication.
Battery Endurance
Solid 24-hour total runtime keeps pace with most active daily schedules.
Durability
IP54 rating offers dependable protection against dust and unexpected splashes.
Audio Fidelity
Natural sound profile prioritizes openness over deep, immersive bass response.
Key Specs
Driver Size
16.2 mm
Impedance
32 ohms
Sensitivity
112 dB SPL at 1 kHz
Bluetooth Version
5.3
Bluetooth Profiles
HFP 1.8, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.2
Earbud Weight
12.85g per unit (25.7g combined)
Charging Case Weight
68.1g
Neckband Weight
5.3g
Earphone Battery
70 mAh Lithium-ion
Charging Case Battery
600 mAh Lithium-ion
Know before you buy
Still have a question?
Ask Metto anything about the JBL Soundgear Sense Headphones before you decide.