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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£45
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Form factor: earbud
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Urbanears Medis Plus 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%

2.4

Sound

20.0%

3.8

Features

10.0%

7.5

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

4.4

Battery

4.0%

6.7

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%

?

Popularity

  • 2.8
    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%

    7.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 1.9
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    9.0

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 4.4
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    7.0

    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

  • 5.8
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    9.0

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    9.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Urbanears Medis Plus is a unique wired earbud featuring 15.4mm hand-assembled drivers, a frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz, and a sensitivity of 115dB. Its main characteristic is the patented EarClick system, which secures the earpiece at two points to prevent it from falling out, making it ideal for active use. Key pros include its comfortable non-isolating design that allows for environmental awareness, a durable 120cm tangle-free fabric cable, and an integrated inline microphone with a remote. However, some users note cons such as mediocre overall sound quality with weak bass performance and a cord that can still tangle relatively easily despite its coating.

Technical Specifications of Urbanears Medis Plus

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%

?

Features

10.0%

?

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
Urbanears Medis Plus has a technical score of 3.77 points, which is lower than that of 89.7% 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
Urbanears Medis Plus 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

5.6
Urbanears Medis Plus has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.6 points, which is lower than 90.7% 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 Medis Plus 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

15.4 mm
Urbanears Medis Plus uses a driver size of 15.4 mm, smaller driver size than 82.7% of headphones and equal to 0.3% 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 Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus 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

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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 Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus 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

N/A
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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 Medis Plus 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

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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

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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

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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

open-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

N/A
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Urbanears Medis Plus vs the average headphone

  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Urbanears Medis Plus has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 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 Medis Plus has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Urbanears Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 12 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Urbanears Medis Plus has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    What it is: Output loudness level of the headphones, usually measured in dB. It helps compare how loud a model can play under similar conditions.
    When it matters: When you need a rough idea of how loud the headphones can get before you pair them with a weaker source.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=108 dB SPL

    Urbanears Medis Plus has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Urbanears Medis Plus has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 12 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Urbanears Medis Plus has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Urbanears Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.

Total
Sound
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • Fixed cable
    Urbanears Medis Plus has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No travel bag
    Urbanears Medis Plus does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Urbanears Medis Plus does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 24.6 mm smaller driver size
    Urbanears Medis Plus has smaller driver size than the average headphone (15.4 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Urbanears Medis Plus has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 95% lower input power handling
    Urbanears Medis Plus 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 passive noise reduction
    Urbanears Medis Plus 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

    Urbanears Medis Plus does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 24.6 mm smaller driver size
    Urbanears Medis Plus has smaller driver size than the average headphone (15.4 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 Medis Plus has smaller driver size than the average headphone (15.4 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.15.4 mm vs 40 mm
  • Fixed cable
    Urbanears Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus 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
    Urbanears Medis Plus 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.
    Urbanears Medis Plus is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • 19.5% worse value for money
    Urbanears Medis Plus has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.64 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 Medis Plus has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.64 vs 6.736).5.64 vs 6.74
  • No travel bag
    Urbanears Medis Plus 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 Medis Plus does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 95% lower input power handling
    Urbanears Medis Plus 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.
    What it is: Maximum input power the drivers can safely handle
    When it matters: When you pair the headphones with stronger sources or dedicated gear.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=300 mW

    Urbanears Medis Plus 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.5 mW vs 100 mW
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Urbanears Medis Plus?

  • Affordable price point for casual listeners
  • Unique 'EarClick' design provides a secure and stable fit during activity
  • Lightweight and comfortable for shorter listening sessions
  • Includes a tangle-free, fabric-coated cable for added durability
  • Features an inline microphone and remote for music and call control
  • Available in a wide variety of distinct, stylish colors
  • Excellent midrange clarity and vocal definition for its class

What customers dislike about Urbanears Medis Plus?

  • Audio quality is often described as mediocre or hollow
  • Bass response is noticeably weak or 'pathetic' for bass-heavy genres
  • Can become uncomfortable during extended use due to pressure
  • Minimal noise isolation due to the non-sealing semi-earbud design
  • Durability issues reported, such as the right channel failing over time
  • Lacks high-end detail and can sound flat across certain frequencies

Expert reviews

C
cnet.com
20/08/2010
Urbanears Medis earphones review - CNET Are you looking for help troubleshooting the volume controls on these or are you trying to find a replacement...

The Urbanears Medis are a unique pair of semi-earbud headphones that prioritize style and fit over high-fidelity performance. Priced at $50 and available in 12 colors, they feature an innovative design that sits inside the outer ear using interchangeable rubber nubs to secure the earpiece. On the positive side, these earphones are exceptionally lightweight and comfortable, offering...Read more

J
jayminter.com
19/06/2012
UrbanEars Medis - review - On The List

The review on On The List provides a highly enthusiastic evaluation of the Urbanears Medis Plus Tomato earphones, with the reviewer declaring them their favourite pair to date. The primary pros highlighted include their impressive sound quality, a stylish aesthetic, and an Apple-approved microphone and remote that seamlessly handles volume control. A major standout feature is the...Read more

J
jayminter.com
16/12/2012
12 Days Of Christmas Gift Ideas - Day 6 - On The List

Review Summary The article highlights the Urbanears Medis and Coloud earphones as exceptional, stylish alternatives to generic, low-quality stock earbuds. The Urbanears Medis is highly praised for offering excellent sound, an amazing fit, and great design for a reasonable price of around $65. A major pro for the Medis is its outstanding performance during workouts, making it a...Read more

T
theabsolutesound.com
09/07/2012
Urbanears Medis High-Performance Earbud/Headset

The Urbanears Medis ($50) features a unique "EarClick" design, utilizing 15.4mm drivers to deliver exceptional detail, clarity, and an airy, open-back sound character with a tangle-resistant cable and microphone. However, the design sacrifices low-end slam for comfort, resulting in light bass, while the sound signature features a pushed-up midrange that can turn harsh at higher...Read more

E
endomorfun.fr
16/04/2014
Urbanears Medis sports headphones

Summary of the Urbanears Medis Review This review evaluates the Urbanears Medis earphones from a runner's perspective, emphasizing their unique ear-anchoring "wing" system and solid baseline performance during outdoor sports, daily commutes, and office use. The reviewer notes that the earphones successfully create an acoustic bubble that isolates the user enough to enjoy music with...Read more

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