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Yurbuds Explore Pro Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

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

Yurbuds Explore Pro
4.8/10

Overall score

Score
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

80%

4.6

Technical score

20%

6.0

User score

▼Worse than 99% of headphones
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

4.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▼Worse than 93%
4.6

Technical score

Technical score
4.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

52%

4.1

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

7.8

Calls & Controls

▼Worse than 99%
6.0

User score

User score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

2.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 97%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Yurbuds Explore Pro

Technical score
Technical score
4.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

52%

4.1

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

7.8

Calls & Controls

4.6
User score
User score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

2.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.0
Popularity
Popularity
2.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 71% of models
Popularity:
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a popularity score of 2.6 points, which is lower than that of 70.6% of products in this category.
2.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

4.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.4
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
15 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 15 mm, smaller driver size than 82.8% of headphones and equal to 0.9% 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
yes
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% 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
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% 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
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% 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
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Yurbuds
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
?
Acoustic design
open-back
Clamp force
N/A
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Yurbuds Explore Pro vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 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.
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 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.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 25 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (15 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    15 mm vs 40 mm
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • 17.59 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (84.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    84.41 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 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
  • 33.9% lower user score
    User score
    6.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Yurbuds Explore Pro
    the average pair of headphones
    Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (5.97 vs 8).
    5.97 vs 8
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 33.9% lower user score
    User score
    6.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Yurbuds Explore Pro
    the average pair of headphones
    Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (5.97 vs 8).
    5.97 vs 8
  • 13.8% worse value for money
    Yurbuds Explore Pro has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.39 vs 7.3).
    6.39 vs 7.27
  • 2.22x less popular
    Yurbuds Explore Pro is less popular than the average pair of headphones (2.65 vs 5.9).
    2.65 vs 5.87
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 25 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (15 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    15 mm vs 40 mm
  • 17.59 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (84.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    84.41 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 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
  • 18.59 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (84.4 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    84.41 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

kopfhoerer.de
15/01/2015
Hands-on test · Sports in-ear
Verdict
The Yurbuds Explore Pro is a secure-fitting sports in-ear, but its quiet, thin sound needs a powerful music player.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Yurbuds Explore Pro

  • Secure fit with TwistLock™ technology that prevents earbuds from falling out during intense exercise like running and jumping
  • Sweat and water-resistant design suitable for outdoor use in various weather conditions
  • High sound quality with minimal distortion, even at high volumes
  • Tangle-free cord design and magnetic buds for easy storage
  • Good situational awareness as the design allows some ambient noise to be heard for safety
  • Includes helpful extras like a premium carry case and multiple ear tip sizes

What customers don't like about Yurbuds Explore Pro

  • Durability issues, with multiple users reporting one or both earbuds failing within weeks or months of use
  • Relatively high price point compared to standard non-sport earphones
  • The over-ear hook can become uncomfortable for some users during long-term wear
  • Bass response may feel weak to some and often requires EQ adjustment to reach its full potential
  • Reports of a plastic creaking or clicking noise caused by the cord bouncing during movement

Verdict

The Yurbuds Explore Pro is a wired sport earphone designed for outdoor enthusiasts, featuring a behind-the-ear fit with 15mm dynamic drivers and neodymium magnets that deliver a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz. Its primary characteristics include a sweat-proof design, rugged Kevlar-wrapped tangle-resistant cords, and a 3-button 'Dry Mic' system for call and track control. Main pros are the TwistLock technology and FlexSoft silicone tips which ensure a secure, comfortable fit that is guaranteed never to fall out, along with an 'Ambient Aware' design that lets in external noise for safety. However, some users note cons such as a bulky aesthetic, a 'tinny' sound profile with weak bass response, and initial discomfort if the fit isn't adjusted perfectly using the different included enhancer sizes.

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