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Yurbuds Explore Pro Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£90
Avg. price in US: ~$60
Form factor: in-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

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

4.1

Poor

3.8

Poor

5.6

Good

3.2
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%
10
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
5.2
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
10
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
7.9
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
9.0
Weight
24.0%
10
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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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.

Technical Specifications of Yurbuds Explore Pro

Overall score

4.1

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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.

Sound

2.0

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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

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

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

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

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Calls & Controls

7.1

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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

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

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

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

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

6.8

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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

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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Features

4.1

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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

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

5.4

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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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Design

7.5

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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

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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

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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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Yurbuds Explore Pro vs the average headphone

Why is Yurbuds Explore Pro better than the average headphone?

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Clear call microphone
Yurbuds Explore Pro 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Direct 3.5 mm plug
Yurbuds Explore Pro 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Quick mic mute
Yurbuds Explore Pro includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
What it is: Ability to mute microphone during calls
When it matters: When you need to silence the mic quickly during meetings or multiplayer games.
Importance: LOW
Yurbuds Explore Pro includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
Water resistance
Yurbuds Explore Pro is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
What it is: Protection level against water exposure
When it matters: When workouts, commuting, or outdoor use expose the headphones to moisture.
Importance: MEDIUM
Yurbuds Explore Pro is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
Water resistance
Yurbuds Explore Pro is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
Direct 3.5 mm plug
Yurbuds Explore Pro includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
Clear call microphone
Yurbuds Explore Pro offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
In-line controls
Yurbuds Explore Pro includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Quick mic mute
Yurbuds Explore Pro includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.

Calls & Controls

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Fixed cable
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
No passive noise reduction
Yurbuds Explore Pro does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
25 mm smaller driver size
Yurbuds Explore Pro has smaller driver size than the average headphone (15 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
17.59 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (84.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
18.59 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (84.4 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
No passive noise reduction
Yurbuds Explore Pro 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
25 mm smaller driver size
Yurbuds Explore Pro has smaller driver size than the average headphone (15 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro has smaller driver size than the average headphone (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
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (84.4 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (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
Yurbuds Explore Pro 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Yurbuds Explore Pro 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro 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
43% lower user score
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower user score than the average headphone (5.59 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.
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower user score than the average headphone (5.59 vs 8.000).5.59 vs 8
14.3% worse value for money
Yurbuds Explore Pro has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.89 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.
Yurbuds Explore Pro has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.89 vs 6.736).5.89 vs 6.74
18.59 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (84.4 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
Yurbuds Explore Pro has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (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

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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

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 dislike 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

Expert reviews

kopfhoerer.de

15/01/2015

Yurbuds Explore Pro Review on kopfhoerer.de

The Yurbuds Explore Pro earphones fail to impress due to severe acoustic limitations, primarily because they play at an exceptionally low volume level. The reviewer notes that they sound lifeless, lack both bass and treble, and offer a muddy midrange that fails to deliver a satisfying listening experience on standard mobile devices. On the physical side, these wired In-Ear...Read more

hardloop.net

09/05/2016

Yurbuds earphones tested (review)

The Yurbuds Inspire Talk earphones are highly praised for successfully solving the common problem of earbuds falling out during physical exercise. Built with a patented TwistLock technology, users insert the buds at an angle and twist them into position to secure a tight, reliable fit that resists heavy movement, running, and head-shaking. The review highlights several notable pros,...Read more

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