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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£35
  • Avg. price in US: ~$40
  • Form factor: in-ear
  • Connectivity: Wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

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

4.7

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%

4.3

Technical Score

20.0%

6.3

User score

Poor
4.3

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%

4.1

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

8.3

Design

8.0%

7.0

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

5.1

Calls & Controls

Poor
6.3

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%

7.5

User reviews

30.0%

3.6

Popularity

User score:
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3.6
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3.6
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 2.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 2.1
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    10

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 2.7
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 7.2
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Urbanears Kransen is a budget-friendly in-ear headphone featuring 10mm dynamic drivers, a standard 20Hz–20,000Hz frequency response, 16-ohm impedance, and 100dB/mW sensitivity. Its main characteristics include a minimalist design available in multiple colors, an inline microphone and remote, and unique 'SnapConstruction' and 'CableLoop' features for tangle-free storage. Key pros are its powerful, distortion-free bass performance, exceptional comfort, and clever cable management. However, its main cons are a lack of volume control on the remote, a sound profile that may be too bass-heavy for purists, and recessed midrange and high frequencies that can lack clarity.

Technical Specifications of Urbanears Kransen

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%

4.1

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

8.3

Design

8.0%

7.0

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

5.1

Calls & Controls

4.3
Urbanears Kransen has a technical score of 4.34 points, which is lower than that of 79.9% 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%

7.5

User reviews

30.0%

3.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.6
(46)
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4.2
(11)
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4.8
(4)
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3.0
(3)
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3.6
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4.2
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4.8
(4)
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3.0
(3)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

6.3
Urbanears Kransen has a user score of 6.34 points, which is lower than that of 89.2% of products in this category.
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.
3.6
Urbanears Kransen has a popularity of 3.6 points, which is lower than 56.1% 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%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.3
Urbanears Kransen has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.3 points, which is lower than 70.8% 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
Urbanears Kransen 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

10 mm
Urbanears Kransen uses a driver size of 10 mm, smaller driver size than 87.8% of headphones and equal to 3.9% 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
Urbanears Kransen 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
Urbanears Kransen 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

no
Urbanears Kransen does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 45.6% 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
Urbanears Kransen 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
Urbanears Kransen 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
Urbanears Kransen 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

Wired
Urbanears Kransen supports Wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% of headphones.
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

N/A
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

N/A
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

N/A
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

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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
Urbanears Kransen 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

N/A
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

no
Urbanears Kransen does not support voice assistants. 60.9% 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

N/A
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

N/A
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

N/A
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

N/A
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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

Urbanears
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

in-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

20 g
Urbanears Kransen weighs 20 g, lighter than 85.1% of headphones and equal to 0.9% 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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Urbanears Kransen vs the average headphone

  • 90.8% lower weight
    Urbanears Kransen is lighter than the average headphone (20 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

    Urbanears Kransen is lighter than the average headphone (20 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.20 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Urbanears Kransen includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
    When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Urbanears Kransen includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    Urbanears Kransen includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    Urbanears Kransen includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Urbanears Kransen 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

    Urbanears Kransen reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Water resistance
    Urbanears Kransen is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
    IPX4
    What it is: Protection level against water exposure
    When it matters: When workouts, commuting, or outdoor use expose the headphones to moisture.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Urbanears Kransen is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Urbanears Kransen is cheaper than the average headphone (£35 vs £90).
    Urbanears Kransen is cheaper than the average headphone (£35 vs £90).£35 vs £90
  • 90.8% lower weight
    Urbanears Kransen is lighter than the average headphone (20 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Water resistance
    Urbanears Kransen is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Urbanears Kransen includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    Urbanears Kransen includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Urbanears Kransen reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Fixed cable
    Urbanears Kransen has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No travel bag
    Urbanears Kransen does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 30 mm smaller driver size
    Urbanears Kransen has smaller driver size than the average headphone (10 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Urbanears Kransen has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Urbanears Kransen has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 95% lower input power handling
    Urbanears Kransen has a lower max input power than the average headphone (5 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
  • No voice assistant support
    Urbanears Kransen does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 4 years older release date
    Urbanears Kransen was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    September 2013
  • 30 mm smaller driver size
    Urbanears Kransen has smaller driver size than the average headphone (10 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    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

    Urbanears Kransen has smaller driver size than the average headphone (10 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.10 mm vs 40 mm
  • No voice assistant support
    Urbanears Kransen does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
    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

    Urbanears Kransen does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    Urbanears Kransen has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
    What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
    When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Urbanears Kransen has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Urbanears Kransen 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

    Urbanears Kransen 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
  • 26.2% lower user score
    Urbanears Kransen has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.34 vs 8.000).
    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.
    Urbanears Kransen has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.34 vs 8.000).6.34 vs 8
  • No travel bag
    Urbanears Kransen does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
    What it is: Comes with a protective carrying case or pouch
    When it matters: When protection in transit matters right out of the box.

    Importance: LOW

    Urbanears Kransen does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Urbanears Kransen has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Urbanears Kransen has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 6.6% worse value for money
    Urbanears Kransen has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.32 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.
    Urbanears Kransen has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.32 vs 6.736).6.32 vs 6.74

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Urbanears Kransen?

  • Powerful, deep bass response with minimal distortion at high volumes
  • Clever 'CableLoop' and 'SnapConstruction' design for tangle-free storage
  • Excellent build quality featuring a durable, fabric-lined cord
  • Extremely comfortable for long listening sessions with various eartip sizes
  • Wide selection of 10+ vibrant colors to choose from
  • Effective noise isolation due to a tight acoustic seal

What customers dislike about Urbanears Kransen?

  • Sound signature is heavily weighted toward bass, making mids and highs sound recessed or muddy
  • Lack of on-cable volume control (remote only handles play/pause/calls)
  • Sparse accessories, lacking a carrying pouch or hard case
  • Narrow soundstage that may feel 'flat' compared to higher-end models
  • Microphonics (cable noise) can be noticeable when the cord rubs against clothing
  • Bass-heavy tuning is not suitable for 'audiophile' or 'purist' listening

Expert reviews

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pcmag.com
21/02/2014

The Urbanears Kransen, priced at $39, are highlighted as budget-friendly in-ear headphones designed for heavy bass, featuring a "SnapConstruction" mechanism that allows the earpieces to connect for tangle-free storage, along with a durable cloth-wrapped cable. Pros include this clever design and powerful, distortion-free deep bass at maximum volume. Conversely, the review notes...Read more

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thephonograph.net
31/08/2017

The Urbanears Kransen in-ear headphones receive a 6.9/10 score from ThePhonograph.net for their striking, comfortable design and energetic, bass-heavy audio performance. While praised as stylish, comfortable daily drivers for casual users, the review notes the sound is not suitable for audiophiles due to subpar, unbalanced mid and high-frequency tuning. The primary pros include a...Read more

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coolsmartphone.com
07/11/2013

The Urbanears Kransen in-ear headphones stand out in a crowded market due to their unique, practical design elements aimed at solving everyday user frustrations. Packaged minimally with three different bud sizes, their primary "pro" is a patent-pending "Cable Loop" system that effectively secures the cord to prevent tangling in bags. Additionally, they feature a toy-brick-inspired...Read more

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headfonics.com
25/11/2013

The Headfonics review of the $49 Urbanears Kransen IEM highlights a durable,, minimalist design featuring efficient cable management with "SnapConstruction" and a reliable in-line microphone. While offering solid passive isolation and a surprising, forward midrange for vocal tracks, the sound signature is distinctly bass-dominant, making it suitable for modern pop and dance genres....Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
24/02/2014

The Urbanears Kransen is a budget-friendly, in-ear earphone pair priced at $39 direct that earned a 4.0 "Excellent" rating from PCMag for its impressive audio performance. The primary pros of this pair include a powerful, intense deep bass response that manages to avoid distortion even at maximum volumes, alongside a smart and simple physical design. It features a lightweight,...Read more

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maclife.de
23/07/2015

The review from Mac Life evaluates the Comply Premium Ear Tips Isolation (T400), which are customizable memory foam earbud tips designed to replace standard silicone tips. Tested with Urbanears Kransen earphones, the product achieved an overall rating of 1.3 ("very good") and is priced starting from €16.99. The reviewer highlights that the specialized memory foam provides a secure,...Read more

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hifitest.de
17/02/2015

The HifiTest review evaluates the Urbanears Kransen as a well-rounded, entry-class in-ear headphone that delivers exceptional everyday value for its €40 price tag. The reviewer heavily praises its authentic, "Bauhaus-style" approach, noting that it fully embraces its lightweight plastic build to maximise practical utility. Structurally, the ergonomic ear pieces sit securely in the...Read more

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nwtv.nl
24/03/2014

The NWTV review gives the Urbanears Kransen in-ear headphones a 4 out of 5 stars rating for their great quality at a low price of 40 euros. A major pro highlighted in the review is the minimalist and sturdy design. The earpieces fit well into the ear, and the braided rope cable safely prevents wire breakage. Another key pro is that the back of the earbuds snap together, allowing you...Read more

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