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Updated January 10, 2024·
Given your consideration of cost, the 1More Triple Driver earbuds are significantly less expensive and could be a great choice if you're on a budget. They offer excellent comfort, sound quality, and are suitable for wired use, which is perfect for high-fidelity listening or if wireless connectivity isn't a priority for you. However, the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2, while more expensive, provide superior noise isolation, battery life, and are wireless with features like active noise cancelling and sweatproof certification, making them more versatile for travel, exercise, and uninterrupted listening. Although their overall sound quality is rated higher, the Bowers and Wilkins might not be necessary if you don't need wireless features and want to save money. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 1More Triple Driver
- Good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.9
6.7
The 1More Triple Driver is good for music, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is only fair.
Gaming
8.5
5.3
The 1More Triple Driver is very good for gaming, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0
5.6
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and 1More Triple Driver are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is somewhat better.
TV and Video
7.8
5.6
The 1More Triple Driver is good for TV and video, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
8.3
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is very good for noise reduction, while the 1More Triple Driver is only fair.
Battery
N/A
5.0 Hours
The 1More Triple Driver does not have a battery. The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$55
$189
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The 1More Triple Driver has a price of $55 and the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 costs $189.
Build Quality
8.3
8.9
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 and 1More Triple Driver both have very good build quality, though the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 has somewhat better build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
5.0
5.0
The 1More Triple Driver and Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 are both poor for phone calls.
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How the 1More Triple Driver and the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| 1More Triple Driver | Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$55 | $189 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 1More | Bowers and Wilkins | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2016 | January 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 0.75 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 19 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 9 Grams | 6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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1More Triple Driver
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Sound Guys
Adam Molina | April 2022
"For under $99 USD this has a good sound that, when paired with the build quality and design, makes for a solid pair of everyday buds. Should you get them? If you’re tired of buying cheap earbuds and want to treat yourself to something a little nicer, I say go for it."
Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2
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Major HiFi
Chris Golembeski | January 2023
"Bowers and Wilkins isn’t looking to make an obscure, premium wireless bud catered specifically towards audiophiles. Instead, it seems apparent that they’re going for the crown: a cool and popular look, an easy and comfortable fit, and an engaging stage with a great balance that is perfectly suited for mainstream listeners and audiophiles alike."
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About 1More
Music lovers, young or old, frugal or affluent, deserve to hear music as it was meant to be heard, as the artist intended it to be heard. Everyone deserves to hear more. That’s how 1More, a China based company, describes their mission. Their products are all tuned by Luca Bignardi, a sound engineer who’s worked side by side with artists such as Eros Ramazzotti, Laura Pausini and Andrea Bocelli, in an effort to offer premium quality audio devices at midrange prices.
About Bowers and Wilkins
Bowers and Wilkins is a British audio equipment manufacturer with a focus on innovation and product development. It was founded by a couple of real-life James Bonds, the co-founders John Bowers and Roy Wilkins, who met while working for MI6 during World War II. The company keeps being favored by enthusiasts due to their sound quality, craftsmanship and signature aesthetics.
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