Tribit Xfree Move Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£20
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 14 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Tribit Xfree Move review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

3.8

Overall score

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 components:

80.0%

3.8

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Poor
3.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

2.8

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

8.1

Design

8.0%

4.7

Connectivity

6.0%

5.8

Battery

4.0%

7.6

Calls & Controls

Poor
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User score

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 components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 4.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.1

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    2.0

    Battery life

  • 3.6
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    2.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    6.8

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.5
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    2.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 6.4
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    6.8

    Weight

    24.0%

    9.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    2.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Tribit XFree Move is a lightweight, on-ear wireless headphone weighing just 150g, featuring an adjustable headband and soft-padded ear cups for a comfortable fit. It utilizes Bluetooth technology for wireless connectivity and offers an auxiliary port for wired use, providing up to 14 hours of talk time on a 2-hour charge via micro-USB. While it lacks active noise cancellation, its main pros include its highly portable design, a sensitivity reaching 90 decibels, and reliable controls for playback and calls. Some cons noted include the lack of padding on the top of the headband, slightly lacking high frequencies in the sound profile, and a micro-USB charging port rather than the more modern USB-C.

Technical Specifications of Tribit Xfree Move

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

3.8
Tribit Xfree Move has a technical score of 3.82 points, which is lower than that of 89.1% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
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.
1.0
Tribit Xfree Move has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

3.8

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

5.7
Tribit Xfree Move has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.7 points, which is lower than 89.5% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Tribit Xfree Move does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Tribit Xfree Move uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Tribit Xfree Move uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

20 Hz
Tribit Xfree Move reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Tribit Xfree Move supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Tribit Xfree Move is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

1
Tribit Xfree Move has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Tribit Xfree Move does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Tribit Xfree Move supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

4.1
Tribit Xfree Move uses Bluetooth version 4.1, newer Bluetooth version than 62.2% of headphones and equal to 5.3% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Tribit Xfree Move offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

200 ms
Tribit Xfree Move has audio latency of 200 ms, higher audio latency than 72% of headphones and equal to 13.9% of headphones.
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Tribit Xfree Move supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Tribit Xfree Move does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Tribit Xfree Move does not work with a companion app. 44.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Tribit Xfree Move supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

14 hours
Tribit Xfree Move offers battery life of 14 hours, lower battery life than 83.8% of headphones and equal to 1.2% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Tribit Xfree Move needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Tribit Xfree Move supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

220 mAh
Tribit Xfree Move has a battery capacity of 220 mAh, lower battery capacity than 95.2% of headphones and equal to 0.5% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Tribit
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

on-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

150 g
Tribit Xfree Move weighs 150 g, lighter than 69.4% of headphones and equal to 1.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Tribit Xfree Move vs the average headphone

  • More flexible connectivity
    Tribit Xfree Move offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Tribit Xfree Move offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Tribit Xfree Move offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Tribit Xfree Move offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Tribit Xfree Move includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Tribit Xfree Move includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 31.2% lower weight
    Tribit Xfree Move is lighter than the average headphone (150 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Tribit Xfree Move is lighter than the average headphone (150 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.150 g vs 218 g
  • Wind noise reduction
    Tribit Xfree Move reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Tribit Xfree Move reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Foldable design
    Tribit Xfree Move has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Tribit Xfree Move has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 4.5x cheaper
    Tribit Xfree Move is cheaper than the average headphone (£20 vs £90).
    Tribit Xfree Move is cheaper than the average headphone (£20 vs £90).£20 vs £90
  • Rechargeable battery
    Tribit Xfree Move has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones rely on an internal rechargeable battery instead of replaceable disposable cells.
    When it matters: When you expect regular wireless use and want charging convenience instead of buying and replacing disposable batteries.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Tribit Xfree Move has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • 31.2% lower weight
    Tribit Xfree Move is lighter than the average headphone (150 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Foldable design
    Tribit Xfree Move has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Tribit Xfree Move has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Tribit Xfree Move can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Tribit Xfree Move offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Tribit Xfree Move offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Tribit Xfree Move includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Tribit Xfree Move reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Tribit Xfree Move uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No travel bag
    Tribit Xfree Move does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Tribit Xfree Move does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Tribit Xfree Move has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 20 dB lower max SPL
    Tribit Xfree Move has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (90 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
  • 13 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    Tribit Xfree Move has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (90 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 16 hours shorter battery life
    Tribit Xfree Move has a lower battery life than the average headphone (14 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 63.3% lower battery capacity
    Tribit Xfree Move has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (220 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • 72.5 ms higher audio latency
    Tribit Xfree Move has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (200 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Tribit Xfree Move does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
    When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Tribit Xfree Move does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 72.5 ms higher audio latency
    Tribit Xfree Move has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (200 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
    What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
    When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <60 ms

    Tribit Xfree Move has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (200 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.200 ms vs 127.5 ms
  • 16 hours shorter battery life
    Tribit Xfree Move has a lower battery life than the average headphone (14 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Tribit Xfree Move has a lower battery life than the average headphone (14 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.14 hours vs 30 hours
  • 63.3% lower battery capacity
    Tribit Xfree Move has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (220 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
    What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
    When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=720 mAh

    Tribit Xfree Move has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (220 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.220 mAh vs 600 mAh
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Tribit Xfree Move has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Tribit Xfree Move has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 4.65x less popular
    Tribit Xfree Move is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Tribit Xfree Move is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • 18.8% worse value for money
    Tribit Xfree Move has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.67 vs 6.736).
    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.
    Tribit Xfree Move has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.67 vs 6.736).5.67 vs 6.74
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Tribit Xfree Move uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Tribit Xfree Move uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Tribit Xfree Move?

  • High value for money with impressive build quality for the price point
  • Excellent battery life, offering up to 14–40 hours of playback depending on the specific revision
  • Lightweight and comfortable design (approx. 150g) with soft padded ear cups
  • Stable Bluetooth connectivity with support for wired mode via 3.5mm jack
  • Clear mid-range and punchy bass performance that punches above its weight
  • Fast charging capabilities providing several hours of use from a short charge

What customers dislike about Tribit Xfree Move?

  • Lacks Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), relying only on passive isolation
  • The top headband section lacks padding, which may cause discomfort during long sessions
  • Maximum volume levels may feel insufficient for some users
  • High frequencies (treble) can occasionally lack detail or sparkle
  • Built-in microphone only works in Bluetooth mode, not when used with a wired connection
  • The charging port uses the older Micro-USB standard rather than USB-C

Expert reviews

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macsources.com
17/04/2020

The MacSources review of the Tribit XFree Move over-ear headphones highlights them as a surprisingly high-quality, budget-friendly audio option costing under fifty dollars. A major pro noted by the reviewer is the impressive soundstage quality produced by its dual 40W drivers, which deliver strong, rumbling bass alongside clear highs and mids across a full 20Hz–20kHz frequency...Read more

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techtest.org
04/11/2018

Review Summary: Tribit XFree Earphones The Tribit XFree is a budget-friendly pair of classic Bluetooth earphones priced around the €30 mark, featuring two earbuds connected by a wire. The earphones stand out for their strong audio performance, delivering an exceptionally clear and detailed high-end alongside a rich, powerful bass response that provides great punch without...Read more

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