Plantronics BackBeat Fit 3100

Sweat and water-resistant ; Comfy fit ; Ideal for safety

No passive noise isolation ; Audio quality isn’t great ; No accessory replacements

If you're a runner who actively enjoys hearing background noise while wearing earbuds, the Plantronics BackBeat Fit 3100 is a perfect fit for you. If any part of that sentence doesn't ring true, or if you want a pair of earbuds that focus more on audio...

Rugged and waterproof. Strong mids and high-mids.

In-ear design results in almost nonexistent bass. Poor audio balance.

Bottom Line: Plantronics' wire-free BackBeat Fit 3100 earphones feature an open earbud design that lets you easily hear your surroundings, at the expense of sound quality.

Affordable price ; Good battery life

Iffy connectivity ; Non-occlusive audio isn't for everyone

Very comfortable ; Stays in-ear securely during exercise ; Waterproof ; 5-hour battery + 10-hour battery case ; Customizable controls

Volume controls are awkward ; Could get a little louder ; Not perfect as everyday headphones since you can hear ambient noise ; Should have come with additional ear tips

Great comfort and a secure fit make these excellent wireless earbuds for the gym

Ultra-comfortable ; Unique design ; Stylish charging case

Size isn't customizable ; No noise cancellation

The BackBeat 3100 is designed for a specific kind of person: a runner or cyclist who wants an ultrasecure fit and the ability to easily hear outdoor noise. If bass-forward audio to fuel your workouts is high-priority and if you want to be able to...

Offer great situational awareness ; Lightweight ; Water resistant

Difficulties pairing with audio source during testing confirmed by third-parites ; Limited audio controls ; No on-earphone Siri controls ; Charging case zipper could be of better quality

Secure fit ;Allow situational awareness ;Good value for money ;Good tonal balance

Little deep bass ;Sound can be drowned out by surrounding noise

The BackBeat Fit 3100s are available online for $140. That's a bit high, considering how well the competition performs for just a few dollars more. If these were $110 or $120 I'd say pick them up for your workouts, but at the moment you're better off...