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Beats Flex vs TaoTronics TT-BH07S Plus: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Beats Flex comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 67. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Beats Flex - Good overall at around $70.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Neither pulls ahead overall - they trade wins across the measures.

  • Beats Flex
  • TaoTronics TT-BH07S Plus
HearWiki score
67
58
Sound
6.3
6.4
Battery
6.4
8.0
Calls
5.7
-
Value
6.7
-
Price (USD)
$70
$60

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

Beats Flex (2020) against TaoTronics TT-BH07S Plus (2019). The TaoTronics TT-BH07S Plus is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.0 against 1.0 and Top codec aptX HD against AAC.

  • Flex20201 yr newer
  • TT-BH07S Plus2019
What differsFlexTT-BH07S Plus

Platform

Bluetooth
1.0
5.0
Top codec
AAC
aptX HD

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No
Water resistance
Not rated
IPX4

Level on: Multipoint pairing.

Specifications

FlexTT-BH07S Plus
Type
Neckband
Neckband
Price (USD)
$70
$60
HearWiki score
67
58
Released
2020
2019
Availability
Still sold new
Discontinued
Driver
2× 8.2 mm dynamic
2-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
8.2 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
2
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Bluetooth
1.0
5.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
20 m
-
Battery life
12 h
15 h
Full charge time
10 min
150 min
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
buttons
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
18.6 g
26 g
Water resistance
none
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
No
Microphones
1
1
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
cVc 8.0

What reviewers said

Beats Flex

The Beats Flex is a budget-friendly neckband earphone that prioritizes bass-heavy sound and seamless Apple device integration. While it offers solid battery life and lightweight comfort, its sound profile is not neutral, and it lacks water resistance and active noise cancellation. It's a strong pick for bass lovers on a tight budget, especially within the Apple ecosystem.

  • Pro:Bass-forward sound that suits pop and hip-hop
  • Pro:Lightweight neckband design reduces risk of loss
  • Pro:Seamless pairing with Apple devices
  • Con:Recessed treble can soften vocals
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:No active noise cancellation

TaoTronics TT-BH07S Plus

The TaoTronics TT-BH07S Plus is a lightweight neckband earphone that packs a hybrid dual-driver setup and Bluetooth 5.0, aiming for detailed sound with strong bass and long 15-hour playback. It supports high-quality wireless audio codecs, multipoint connectivity, and has an IPX4 rating, making it a practical choice for daily commutes and light workouts.

  • Pro:Long 15-hour battery life
  • Pro:Hybrid dual-driver design for detailed sound
  • Pro:Supports aptX HD for high-quality wireless audio
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Uses a micro-USB charging port (not USB-C)
  • Con:Single microphone may limit call clarity in noisy settings

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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