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Parrot Zik Sport Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:6 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):yes

Parrot Zik Sport Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

80%

7.8

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–²Better than 88% of headphones
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

52%

8.6

Sound

20%

7.7

Features

10%

7.3

Design

8%

5.2

Connectivity

6%

4.4

Battery

4%

9.0

Calls & Controls

â–²Better than 88% of headphones
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £350

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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Parrot Zik Sport

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components:

52%

8.6

Sound

20%

7.7

Features

10%

7.3

Design

8%

5.2

Connectivity

6%

4.4

Battery

4%

9.0

Calls & Controls

7.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Parrot Zik Sport has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 73.4% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

8.7

Price

8.1
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
yes
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
yes
â–² Better than 73% of models
This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Driver size
40 mm
â–² Better than 29% of models
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Number of drivers
1
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
yes
Noise-canceling microphone
yes
â–² Better than 61% of models
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
Can be used as a headset
yes
â–² Better than 15% of models
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
8
Number of microphones
8
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 8 microphones, more microphones than 98.7% of headphones and equal to 1% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
Boom microphone
no
â–¼ Worse than 14% of models
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wireless
Connectivity
wireless
â–² Better than 51% of models
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
4
Bluetooth version
4
â–² Better than 57% of models
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 4, newer Bluetooth version than 57.3% of headphones and equal to 4.9% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
Market range: <10 m – >15 m
This pair of headphones offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% of headphones.
Audio latency
145 ms
Audio latency
145 ms
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <40 ms – >222 ms
This pair of headphones has audio latency of 145 ms, lower audio latency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 0.3% of headphones.
Multipoint support
no
Multipoint support
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
yes
Ambient sound mode
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode. 75.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
yes
EQ support
yes
â–² Better than 77% of models
This pair of headphones supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
yes
Companion app
yes
â–² Better than 78% of models
This pair of headphones works with a companion app. 78.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
6 hours
Battery life
6 hours
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 6 hours, lower battery life than 98.6% of headphones and equal to 1% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
6 hours
Battery life with ANC
6 hours
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <15 hours – >55 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life with ANC of 6 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 99% of headphones and equal to 0.8% of headphones.
Charging time
?
Quick charge
no
Quick charge
no
â–¼ Worse than 33% of models
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
830 mAh
Battery capacity
830 mAh
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 830 mAh, higher battery capacity than 83.1% of headphones and equal to 0.4% of headphones.
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Brand name
Parrot
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
75 g
Weight
75 g
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 75 g, lighter than 79.8% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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Parrot Zik Sport vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Active noise cancellation
    Active noise cancellation (ANC)
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Spatial audio
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    EQ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    Companion app
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • 65.6% lower weight
    Weight
    75 g
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (75 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    75 g vs 218 g
  • Wear detection
    In/on-ear detection
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This pair of headphones supports wear detection, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.6% of headphones support in/on-ear detection.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • 10.9% better value for money
    Parrot Zik Sport has better value for money than the average pair of headphones (8.06 vs 7.3).
    8.06 vs 7.27
  • 65.6% lower weight
    Weight
    75 g
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (75 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    75 g vs 218 g
  • Water resistance
    Water resistance
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Active noise cancellation (ANC)
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Spatial audio
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 43.1% higher battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    830 mAh
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (830 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    830 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • Wireless charging support
    Wireless charging
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This pair of headphones supports wireless charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 3.9% of headphones support wireless charging.
  • Play while charging
    Play while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This pair of headphones can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This pair of headphones has a removable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 7.8% of headphones have a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Has a rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This pair of headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • AAC codec support
    AAC
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • LHDC support
    LHDC
    yes
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This pair of headphones supports LHDC, the average pair of headphones does not. 2.1% of headphones support LHDC.
  • NFC pairing
    NFC pairing
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This pair of headphones supports NFC pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.7% of headphones support NFC pairing.
  • Clear call microphone
    Noise-canceling microphone
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    On-device controls
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 7 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    8
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0 – >4
    This pair of headphones has more microphones than the average pair of headphones (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    8 vs 1
  • Wind noise reduction
    Wind noise reduction
    yes
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Sidetone
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    EQ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    Companion app
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • Wear detection
    In/on-ear detection
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This pair of headphones supports wear detection, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.6% of headphones support in/on-ear detection.
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    Replaceable earpads
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • 24 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    6 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    6 hours vs 30 hours
  • 24 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Battery life with ANC
    6 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <15 hours – >55 hours
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life with ANC than the average pair of headphones (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    6 hours vs 30 hours
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    20 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 3.89x more expensive
    Parrot Zik Sport is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£350 vs £90).
    £350 vs £90
  • 5.87x less popular
    Parrot Zik Sport is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Tangle-free cable
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 3.89x more expensive
    Parrot Zik Sport is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£350 vs £90).
    £350 vs £90
  • 5.87x less popular
    Parrot Zik Sport is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    Replaceable earpads
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Tangle-free cable
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    20 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 24 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    6 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    6 hours vs 30 hours
  • 24 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Battery life with ANC
    6 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <15 hours – >55 hours
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life with ANC than the average pair of headphones (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    6 hours vs 30 hours

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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12/01/2015
Summary of the review
Parrot Zik Sport Review

Third-party reviews

What we like about Parrot Zik Sport

  • Comprehensive biometric tracking including heart rate and running cadence
  • Premium minimalist design by Philippe Starck using high-quality materials
  • Advanced companion app for deep audio customization and EQ settings
  • Effective active noise cancellation (ANC) and 'Street Mode' for ambient awareness
  • Innovative touch-sensitive controls on the earcup for intuitive playback
  • Lightweight build tailored for stability during physical exercise

What we don't like about Parrot Zik Sport

  • High retail price compared to competitors
  • Mediocre battery life, typically lasting 5-7 hours with all features active
  • Potential accuracy concerns with in-ear heart rate monitors for serious runners
  • Software and app glitches, including connectivity issues and login resets
  • Synthetic or 'processed' sound quality with certain DSP effects enabled
  • Lack of a durable hard carrying case, often including only a basic pouch

Verdict

The Parrot Zik Sport is a high-tech in-ear wireless headset specifically designed for fitness enthusiasts, featuring integrated biometric sensors that track heart rate and analyze running metrics like cadence and ground contact time via a companion app. These headphones utilize 40mm neodymium drivers to deliver a frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz and offer adaptive active noise cancellation alongside a 'Street Mode' for environmental awareness during outdoor workouts. Main pros include its lightweight 75g design, sweat-resistant build, and advanced Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity with NFC pairing, while primary cons involve limited battery life compared to modern rivals and a dependency on the companion app for core feature adjustments.

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