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Portronics Muffs A Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:30 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

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

Portronics Muffs A
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

80%

6.2

Technical score

20%

6.9

User score

â–²Better than 56% of headphones
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 56%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 10
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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
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â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

52%

6.1

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

8.0

Design

8%

7.1

Connectivity

6%

7.7

Battery

4%

7.5

Calls & Controls

â–²Better than 62%
6.9

User score

User score
6.9/ 10
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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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â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 88%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Portronics Muffs A

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components:

52%

6.1

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

8.0

Design

8%

7.1

Connectivity

6%

7.7

Battery

4%

7.5

Calls & Controls

6.2
User score
User score
6.9/ 10
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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 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.9
Popularity
Popularity
5.7/ 10
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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
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â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Popularity:
Portronics Muffs A has a popularity score of 5.7 points, which is lower than that of 51.3% of products in this category.
5.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.4
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
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
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
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
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 2 microphones, more microphones than 77.9% of headphones and equal to 8.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
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
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
5.2
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 5.2, newer Bluetooth version than 85.7% of headphones and equal to 3% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
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
40 ms
Market range: <40 ms – >222 ms
This pair of headphones has audio latency of 40 ms, lower audio latency than 77.2% of headphones and equal to 14.6% of headphones.
Multipoint support
yes
This pair of headphones supports multipoint. 69.4% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
30 hours
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 30 hours, higher battery life than 46.3% of headphones and equal to 10.4% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
2 hours
Market range: <1.5 hours – >3.5 hours
This pair of headphones needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 47.8% of headphones and equal to 39% of headphones.
Quick charge
yes
This pair of headphones supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
520 mAh
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 520 mAh, lower battery capacity than 54% of headphones and equal to 1.1% of headphones.
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Brand name
Portronics
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
170 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 170 g, lighter than 64.1% of headphones and equal to 1.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Portronics Muffs A vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • 110 ms lower audio latency
    This pair of headphones has a lower audio latency than the average pair of headphones (40 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.
    40 ms vs 150 ms
  • More flexible connectivity
    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
  • Quick charge support
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 22% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (170 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    170 g vs 218 g
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 4.5x cheaper
    Portronics Muffs A is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£20 vs £90).
    £20 vs £90
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 22% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (170 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    170 g vs 218 g
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Better IP rating
    This pair of headphones has a better IP rating than the average pair of headphones (IPX5 vs none). The average headphones have an IP rating of none.
    IPX5 vs none
  • Quick charge support
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • USB-C charging
    This pair of headphones uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Play while charging
    This pair of headphones can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Removable battery
    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
    This pair of headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • 110 ms lower audio latency
    This pair of headphones has a lower audio latency than the average pair of headphones (40 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.
    40 ms vs 150 ms
  • More flexible connectivity
    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
  • Multipoint connections
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
    supports multipoint for up to 2 devices.
  • Low-latency game mode
    This pair of headphones includes a low-latency game mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.2% of headphones support low-latency game mode.
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 1 more microphones
    This pair of headphones has more microphones than the average pair of headphones (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Quick mic mute
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • 6 newer release date
    This pair of headphones was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2022 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    July 2022
    2022 vs 2016
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    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
  • 16.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.9/ 10
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    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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    Portronics Muffs A
    the average pair of headphones
    Portronics Muffs A has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.89 vs 8).
    6.89 vs 8
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No neodymium magnet
    This pair of headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 9 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (94 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    94 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 16.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.9/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Portronics Muffs A
    the average pair of headphones
    Portronics Muffs A has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.89 vs 8).
    6.89 vs 8
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    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
  • No neodymium magnet
    This pair of headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 9 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (94 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    94 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL

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businessworld.in
27/03/2023
Hands-on review · Workout headphones
Verdict
The Portronics Muffs A is an affordable Bluetooth headphone with strong bass and long battery life that suits workouts, though its buttons could be better.
businessworld.in
27/03/2023
Hands-on review · Workout headphones
Verdict
The Portronics Muffs A is an affordable Bluetooth headphone with strong bass and long battery life that suits workouts, though its buttons could be better.
businessworld.in
27/03/2023
Hands-on review · Workout headphones
Verdict
The Portronics Muffs A is an affordable Bluetooth headphone with strong bass and long battery life that suits workouts, though its buttons could be better.
businessworld.in
27/03/2023
Hands-on review · Workout headphones
Verdict
The Portronics Muffs A is an affordable Bluetooth headphone with strong bass and long battery life that suits workouts, though its buttons could be better.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Portronics Muffs A

  • Excellent battery life, often lasting up to 30 hours on a single charge
  • Balanced sound quality with deep, punchy bass and crisp vocals
  • Lightweight and comfortable memory foam ear cushions for extended use
  • IPX5 water resistance rating, making them suitable for workouts and light rain
  • Dual connectivity options allowing use via Bluetooth 5.2 or a 3.5mm wired aux cable
  • Good value for money at an affordable price point

What customers don't like about Portronics Muffs A

  • On-ear fit despite being marketed as over-ear, which may feel small or tight for some users
  • Physical control buttons have a 'clicky' or cheap feel compared to the rest of the build
  • Slight audio leakage when listening at peak volume levels
  • Occasional mic echo reported during calls and lacks active noise cancellation (ANC)
  • Non-foldable design, making them somewhat bulky to carry

Verdict

The Portronics Muffs A is a budget-friendly wireless on-ear headphone featuring 40mm dynamic drivers that deliver a bass-heavy audio profile with a frequency range of 20Hz–20kHz. It utilizes Bluetooth 5.2 for stable wireless connectivity with dual-device pairing support and includes a 3.5mm AUX port for optional wired use. Built with an IPX5 water-resistance rating, it houses a 520mAh battery providing up to 30 hours of playtime and charges via USB-C in approximately one hour. Main pros include its lightweight 170g ergonomic design with memory foam cushions, long-lasting battery life, and reliable physical controls for hands-free calling. However, notable cons include a lack of active noise cancellation (ANC), slight audio latency during gaming, and a microphone that may lack clarity in noisy environments.

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