The Boult Klarity 4 earbuds offer a compelling blend of features and affordability, making them a strong contender in the budget-friendly true wireless market. This review delves into the earbuds' design, build quality, connectivity, battery life, call quality, noise cancellation capabilities, and overall audio performance. From unboxing to testing across various scenarios, we'll examine whether the Klarity 4 lives up to its promise of premium audio at a budget-friendly price.Our in-depth assessment covers everything from the comfortable fit and appealing design to the impressive battery life and surprisingly effective active noise cancellation (ANC). We'll analyze the sound quality, highlighting strengths and weaknesses in bass, mids, and treble. We also explore the performance of the integrated microphones during calls and the convenience of features like transparency mode and gaming mode. Ultimately, this review aims to determine if the Boult Klarity 4 earbuds deliver exceptional value for their price point.
Pros And Cons
- Super-quality plastic with a super-premium matte finish resistant to fingerprints and scratches
- Two-tone design
- Good personal fit
- Type-C charging port
- Dedicated button for charging
- Bluetooth 5.4 for fast connectivity
- Long range (10m)
- Supports SBC and AAC audio codecs
- IPX5 waterproof rating
- Gaming mode with 45ms latency
- Massive 60mAh battery with up to 35 hours of total battery life
- Fast charging (150 minutes playtime with 10 minutes charge)
- Quad mics (two on each earbud) with environmental noise cancellation for superb call quality
- 10mm driver for superb bass, well-balanced audio
- Hinges could be better
- Active noise cancellation (up to 35 decibels) is not as powerful as expected
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Unboxing and First Impressions
The Boult Klarity 4 earbuds arrived in a compact box. The packaging highlighted key specifications, though additional details were found on the back. The box included the earbuds themselves, a USB-C charging cable, extra ear tips, a user manual, and a warranty card.
The initial impression was positive, with a small, neatly organized box. The inclusion of multiple ear tips ensures a comfortable and secure fit for most users.
Design and Build Quality
The earbuds boast a premium matte finish, minimizing the visibility of fingerprints and scratches. The two-tone design is visually appealing. The charging case features a Type-C port and a dedicated button for charging. The hinge mechanism, however, could be improved for enhanced durability.
The stem-type design provides a comfortable, secure fit. The build quality feels solid despite using plastic; the matte finish elevates its aesthetic.
Connectivity, Audio, and Features
The Boult Klarity 4 supports Bluetooth 5.4, providing fast and stable connectivity with a range of approximately 10 meters. Audio codecs include SBC and AAC. A notable feature is the gaming mode, which reduces latency to just 45 milliseconds for a smoother gaming experience.
The earbuds offer IPX5 water resistance for protection against sweat and splashes. The inclusion of both SBC and AAC codecs ensures broad compatibility with various devices.
Battery Life and Call Quality
The earbuds feature a 60mAh battery in each earbud and a significant charging case battery, providing a total playtime of up to 35 hours. Fast charging allows for 150 minutes of playtime with just 10 minutes of charge.
Call quality is enhanced by quad microphones (two in each earbud), coupled with environmental noise cancellation. The reviewer notes superb call quality in their testing.
Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode
The earbuds provide active noise cancellation (ANC) with up to 35dB of noise reduction. While effective, the reviewer notes it's not as powerful as expected for its price range.
A transparency mode is also included, allowing users to hear their surroundings when needed. The reviewer highlights the well-executed implementation of these modes.
Sound Quality and Overall Impressions
The Boult Klarity 4 features 10mm drivers, delivering well-balanced audio across the frequency range. The reviewer notes a superb bass response and excellent tuning for mid-range and treble frequencies.
At its price point (around ₹1500 at the time of the updated review), the Boult Klarity 4 offers a compelling combination of features and performance. The overall value proposition remains strong despite the slight price increase.
