Best Bone Conduction Headphones for Biking

Wearing headphones while biking is still an under-debate topic in a lot of countries because most people think that there’s nothing wrong with wearing headphones while biking or cycling as nowadays, you’ve got things like the best headphones for cycling wind noise that can defy the noise of the wind. Even if you are riding at a high speed; these will not cause any problems in your ride.

Whereas other people think that most accidents on the streets and busy centers of a city happen due to people not being aware of the surroundings. But that’s not the topic of our today’s discussion because we are talking about bone-conduction headphones here.

What is a Bone-Conduction Headphone?

When bone-conduction headphones come into the picture; people wearing these don’t have to worry about being aware of the situation because these are different from conventional earbuds or headphones. Rather than going over the top of the head, these headphones fit at the back of your head.

Best Bone Conduction Headphones for Biking

These headphones work by stimulating the skull and creating a vibration that moves hair cells directly inside of the cochlea. That way it bypasses all the outer and middle ear components to stimulate hearing through bone-conduction headphones. This will result in you being able to listen to the music or the people over the phone.

Today’s Agenda

We are not here to take part in the debate; whether people should wear headphones while biking or not because if you want our honest opinion; we are a fan of wearing headphones while cycling or biking. Listening to your favorite podcast or soundtrack takes away a lot of stress from your hectic work routine.

If you are from the UK and you are probably looking for the best cycling headphones 2021 UK or bone conduction headphones UK then, you will already know the law that says “People can only use one earphone while cycling or biking”.

Anyway, we will give you our picks for the best bone-conduction headphones for biking. So, let’s get to the list but keep in mind that you will find a lot of AfterShokz headphones here because AfterShokz is one of the biggest names in the manufacturing of bone-conduction headphones lineup.

Best Bone Conduction Headphones for Biking 2023

We have ranked the following list based on their quality because the price wasn’t a factor for us in this list. However, we have also mentioned the scenarios where a particular product can be helpful for a user because let’s face it; nothing is perfect. Even with the premium products; you have to make a few compromises.

So, let’s start the list!

1. AfterShokz Aeropex

SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth Technology:	Bluetooth 5.0
Behavior with Water:	IP67 Waterproof but not for Swimming
Battery Life:	8 Hours
Weight:	0.92 ounces
Strength:	Comfortable + Lightweight

AfterShokz Aeropex has made the first spot on our list of the best bone conduction headphones for biking. The Aeropex has the best battery life in the AfterShokz bone-conduction headphones line and these headphones are considered one of the best products AfterShokz has ever produced.

In-Depth Look

As a veteran of producing the bone-conduction headphones in the market, we’ve expected great build quality from AfterShokz and the build quality of Aeropex didn’t disappoint us.

The titanium headset of these lightweight bone conduction headphones sits comfortably between the cheek and ear. We’ve done testing on these headphones with various helmets, but not even once, we’ve experienced any fitting issue. So, it’s safe to say that these will fit comfortably to anybody’s head and if you are searching for headphones for bike helmet, then these headphones may be the one you’re looking for.

These headphones will pass the sound to your inner ears from your cheekbones without covering your ear canals. So, that means while biking you can hear the horns of other vehicles while listening to the music (DUAL BENEFITS). That’s because these are bone-conduction headphones.

But these features come at a cost of the sound quality. AfterShokz has traded the sound quality with the environmental awareness. Moreover, the bass of these headphones is very thin, which means they won’t get louder. In our testing, we’ve experienced that even the noise overwhelmed these headphones at a higher speed.

The earplugs will be a surprise for most tech-savvies because if someone buys an open-ear headphone, he wants to keep his ears open. Since we trust the company, as it has been one of the best bone-conduction headphones producing company, so there’ll be a solid reason for putting earplugs in the package.

Overall, the battery life is exceptional and that’s why it’s the choice of most bikers, runners, cyclists and if you want a pair of comfortable non-invasive headphones then these headphones are a great pick.

BENEFITS	DISADVANTAGES
Waterproof	Low volume
Comfortable	Thin bass
Excellent battery life
Great surrounding awareness

2. AfterShokz Trekz Air

SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth Technology:	Bluetooth 4.2
Behavior with Water:	IP55 Water-Resistant
Battery Life:	6 Hours
Weight:	30 g
Strength:	Comfortable + Lightweight

At the second place on our list of the best bone conduction headphones for biking, we have AfterShokz Air. It’s considered one of the best bone conduction headphones for swimming, so you can also use this for intense swimming seasons.

In-Depth Look

The AfterShokz Air is one of the best wireless headphones for cycling UK or biking all around the world that wraps around the back of your neck easily. The design of AfterShokz Air may not be as good as earphones, but the speakers are exceptional.

Speaking of the speakers, these headphones allow you to hear what’s going on around you, which is a safe option for every biker because you’ll know when someone is calling or yelling at you 😁.

On the left-hand side, you will find the mute button which is rather easy to find and even if you are crossing a busy road, you can easily press it. You can easily set up these headphones with a female voice called Audrey and it confirms that the Bluetooth pairing process with a phone has worked.

On each side of these headphones, there’s a small fingertip-sized housing that contains batteries and controls. They also play a role in keeping the AfterShokz Air still on the back of the head. Moreover, the controls are simple too. On the right-hand side, you will find volume buttons that send a tone to the speakers with every press and a higher pitch tone when the maximum volume is reached. That’s important because being open ear headphones, there’s a risk of sound leakage.

The short battery life of AfterShokz Air is one of the biggest drawbacks of these headphones. But the lightweight design will prove that these headphones will be good in any scenario. The AfterShokz Air is superb in the gym and even if you’re out on a run in the countryside, these headphones will make the perfect fit.

BENEFITS	DISADVANTAGES
Comfortable fit	Low volume
Easy-to-use	Below-par microphone quality
Good battery life
Great sound quality
Compatible with iOS and android
Ambient sound

3. Tayogo S2

SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth Technology:	Bluetooth 5.0
Battery Life:	Up to 6 Hours of Playback Time
Weight:	0. 0.065lb. (29.7 g)
Compatibility:	With both Android and iOS
Strengths:	Dynamic Range and Base
Range:	Up to 30 ft.

The third entry on our today’s list is Tayogo S2. These headphones are another pair of bone-conduction headphones that has made the third spot on our list of the best bone conduction headphones for biking and let’s see why.

In-Depth Look

If you have a limited budget or if you are a beginner to bone-conduction headphones and don’t want to spend too much on them, then you should buy Tayogo S2 Bone-Conduction headphones.

With a range of 30 feet, the Tayogo S2 features a 5.0 Bluetooth module, which guarantees fast and reliable connectivity with various devices (either iOS or Android). However, in our testing, we’ve experienced some issues because when we’ve connected these with a device and put these on our head if the mobile was placed on the opposite side of the Bluetooth module, there’s a slight interruption in the voice.

We don’t know this was the Bluetooth module’s issue or any other issue, but still; we feel like it’s worth mentioning.

Moreover, you can also pair these headphones with wearables such as smartwatches and with a single charge, you can listen to music for 6-hours, such as the powerful battery of Tayogo S2. Even if you have a large head, the headphones will fit 99% of the users.

During intense gym sessions, fast-swimming sessions, or rough rides, these headphones won’t slip down from your head due to the soft rubber pads. These rubber pads are not only comfortable but will also not get in the way of vibration transmission.

But if you use these headphones with full volume, the person sitting next to you can hear everything. These are preferable in noisy places, but not in quieter places and if you want to use these in a quiet place, then you need to listen to the music at normal or less volume. Plus, when you use Tayogo S2 with full volume, as vibration gets intense, you can feel the tingling on your cheekbones.

BENEFITS	DISADVANTAGES
Reliable Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity	The peak sound of these headphones is not high enough in a loud environment
Perfect fit for exercise and sports
Long-range
Affordable model
Great battery life

4. Titanium Mini

SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth Technology:	Bluetooth 4.1
Behavior with Water:	IP55 Water-Resistant
Battery Life:	6 Hours
Weight:	29 g
Strengths:	7th Generation Bone Conduction Technology and Suitable for Smaller Heads (as well)

At number four, we have Titanium Mini on our list of the best bone conduction headphones for biking. Now you may think that it’s the same as Titanium from AfterShokz, then the answer is YES. But there’s a difference in the headband, as in the case of Titanium Mini, it is one-inch shorter.

In-Depth Look

The insights of Titanium Mini are pretty much similar to the Titanium. Being a bone-conduction headphone, rather than going over the top of the head, these headphones fit at the back of your head. So, the Titanium (that has a bigger headband) was less comfortable, but the Titanium Mini solves this problem with its shorter headband.

Overall, these headphones are perfect for adults with shorter heads and teens. AfterShokz has embedded a Bluetooth 4.1 Module instead of 5.0 and that’s the reason why a lot of people have faced connectivity and audio dropouts’ issues.

BENEFITS	DISADVANTAGES
Sweatproof and dust resistant	Bluetooth 4.1 is a bit old now and seems to have connectivity issues
Flexible design with a lightweight build
Support of pairing multiple devices simultaneously
Long standby time and above par playback time
A great choice for listening to podcasts and music
Perfect for people with small heads

5. Vidonn F3

SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth Technology:	Bluetooth 5.0
Behavior with Water:	IP65 Sweatproof
Battery Life:	7 Hours of Phone Calls and Music Time
Weight:	25 g
Strengths:	40% Sound Leakage and CVC Noise Cancellation
Range:	Up to 10 meters

If you’re after something little in the bone-conduction headphones lineup from Vidonn, then you can check out the F3 model. Instead of putting Vidonn F1 here, we’ve put the F3 model because it has proved its worth during our testing of the best Bluetooth earphones for bikers. So, let’s see why we have put this on the fifth spot on our list of the best bone conduction headphones for biking.

In-Depth Look

If you’ve used the Vidonn F1 and you left that model because your head was too small and that didn’t fit you properly, then it’s time to try the F3 model because Vidonn has cut-off about 1-inch of the length.

The build quality of the Vidonn F3 is almost the same as compared to the Vidonn F1. You will find a titanium alloy structure and there isn’t any noticeable change in the construction of the headphone.

Vidonn offers durability and flexibility in this model and the IP65 makes it resistant to sweat, so whether you are biking or working out, this can be a good alternative to Vidonn F1.

One of the things we like about these headphones is their CVC (Clear Voice Capture) noise cancellation, which means no matter how noisy your surroundings are, the phone calls and music from these headphones will stay clear.

Vidonn claims that the battery life of these headphones is up to 8 hours but when we have tested the battery, we got a good run of 7 hours which seems exceptional considering its price tag.

If you are a bass lover, then this might not be an option for you because in our testing bass wasn’t noticeable without the use of earplugs. However, the sound is fairly loud.

When it comes to the controls of these headphones, you will not find any volume buttons, which is a drawback. The play or pause button is too small and most users won’t be able to press that button easily.

BENEFITS	DISADVANTAGES
Best for smaller heads	No volume buttons
Affordable pick	Small play buttons
Good battery life	It may not be a perfect fit for larger heads
CVC noise cancellation
Great color options

6. AfterShokz Titanium

SPECIFICATIONS
Bluetooth Technology:	Bluetooth 4.0
Behavior with Water:	IP55 Water-Resistant
Battery Life:	6 Hours Talk Time and 10 Days Standby Time
Weight:	1.27 ounce
Strengths:	Supports Fast Charging
Range:	Up to 33 feet

The number six entry on our list of the best bone conduction headphones for biking is another bone-conduction headphone from AfterShokz headphones and its name is Titanium (AfterShokz Titanium). Let’s see why it has made the last spot.

In-Depth Look

With an impressive design, these headphones have two bone-conduction transducers at the side of the ears, instead of going into the ear canal. In some ways, these AfterShokz Swimming Headphones are similar to ear cup style headphones that send sound into the ear from outside.

The only difference between ear-cup style headphones and AfterShokz Titanium headphones is, they don’t have any foam or covering to keep ambient noise out. The user can pause the music without taking these off because one of the speakers has a Pause button on the side, which is easily accessible.

For Gym, Jogs, Outdoor Runs, or Swimming, you don’t need to buy separate headphones because these headphones can serve all your needs. When we took these headphones for a test walk through a busy city center, we can hear everything that’s happening in the background. It felt good wearing these pairs of headphones. Plus, the sound quality is unmatchable as compared to the regular headphones.

These headphones have super easy controls. One of the components on the headband features Volume Buttons. Next to it, you will find a Micro-USB slot which (obviously) you’ll use for charging these headphones.

But that doesn’t mean it’s super perfect. There are some drawbacks such as loose neckband and a 6-hour battery life that don’t seem to fit with the features of these headphones. The loose neckband causes these headphones to slip slightly when exercising. So, to mark this product as perfect, AfterShokz needs to remove these drawbacks.

BENEFITS	DISADVANTAGES
Sweatproof model	For larger heads, this model is a bit tight
Fast recharging

Buying Guide for Headphones for Biking

Before we get to the conclusion and question/answer section of our topic, it’s better to give buying guide because when a beginner is going to buy something for the first time, he will get confused after seeing so many options. So, mentioning the buying guide will reduce the confusion of beginners.

1. Fitness of the Headphone

Before buying any bone-conduction headphones, your top priority should be to check those headphones based on fitness. For example, if any headphones have headbands while biking or cycling; fitness matters the most because you don’t want to adjust your headphones back-to-back in a busy city center.

2. Sweat and Waterproof

You should look for bone-conduction headphones that should be either sweatproof or waterproof. Sweatproof should be your top priority here because biking is a calorie-burning activity and this will make you sweat a lot. So, it’s better if you look for sweatproof rather than waterproof or water-resistant.

3. Safety Gears

You should wear a helmet while biking, so consider buying bone-conduction headphones that will go best with helmets as well. One of the other things is to look for noise cancellation bone-conduction headphones because they will eliminate the background noise.

Final Verdict

Make sure to read the buying guide first before trying to look for the best bone-conduction headphones for biking because this will change your way of buying; especially if you are purchasing them for the first time.

**HAPPY BUYING and SAFE RIDING**