Libratone Q Adapt

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 19 expert reviews

Excellent:

4
Good:

6
Average:

4
Bad:

5

Pros:

Strong, bass-forward, sculpted sound signature
No battery required

Cons:

On-ear controls are easy to accidentally press
Mediocre noise cancellation

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Last revision on October 16, 2018

Reviewers Liked

Strong, bass-forward, sculpted sound signature
No battery required

Reviewers Didn't Like

On-ear controls are easy to accidentally press
Mediocre noise cancellation

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Expert reviews and ratings

By techaeris.com on March 17, 2018 90

While the Libratone Q Adapt Wireless On-Ear Headphones have fantastic sound and great battery life, the design may be uncomfortable for some people. If you're interested in these headphones, I'd highly recommend trying to find a pair to try on first to...

By Tom's Guide on December 31, 2017 70

If you want a pair of noise-cancelling headphones for under $300, Libratone's wireless Q Adapt On Ear headset is a good performer. However, for the same $250 price tag, you can get your hands on the Fiil Canviis, which has better ANC and sound quality,...

By Trusted Reviews on September 27, 2017 80

If you're a committed iPhone user, the Q Adapts offer solid sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation for a reasonable...

By Sound Guys on April 05, 2017 82

If you need a headset that has a super long battery, that has active noise cancelling, and look great, the Libratone Q Adapt On Ear Wireless Headphones are for you. If you want excellent sound quality, you will be disappointed by the audio profiles and...

By PCWorld on February 20, 2017 70

Adjustable noise cancelation lets you determine how much of the outside world to let in, but several quirks keep it from earning a spot in the upper echelon.

By Macworld on February 17, 2017 70

the Libratone's noise cancellation technology is very effective, but I'm not sure I'd put it quite at the level of the Bose QC35, Sony MDR-1000X, or AKG N60 NC. Nevertheless, its ingenious CityMix levels empowers you with the ability to tailor the...

By TechRadar on February 13, 2017 70

The Libratone Q-Adapt In-Ears offer fun, bass-heavy sound, average noise cancellation and beautiful design. However, buyers need to decide if they can live with the Lightning-only connection.

By PC Mag on January 17, 2017 80

The attractive Libratone Q Adapt On-Ear headphones deliver above-average noise cancellation and quality Bluetooth audio at a relatively affordable...

By TechRadar on December 24, 2016 80

The Libratone Q Adapt On-Ears are a unique set of noise cancelling headphones that look great and sound good. The Q Adapt On-Ears offer useful features like adjustable ACN, auto-play/pause and Hush mode, making them a good choice for audiophiles and...

By What Hi-Fi? on December 23, 2016 60

Libratone's first foray into headphones is packed with great ideas, but the execution needs some refining.The build, comfort and features are all there, but fiddly touch controls and a pleasant, if unremarkable, way with sound means the Q Adapt On-Ears...

By Expert Reviews on December 09, 2016 60

There's much to like about Libratone's first pair of headphones. They're wireless, they're noise cancelling (and good with it, too), they sound fine, and they pack in all the features you could possibly think of. In fact, the only thing missing is a...

By MobileSyrup on October 22, 2017

"The Libratone Q Adapt wireless headphones are great, so long as you're willing to brave...

By techguysmartbuy.com on October 17, 2017

So these cans are based on the Q Adapt Wireless that already exists but adds the Fast Pair support to them. Fast Pair is Google's answer to Apple's W1 chip for instant pairing to devices. But back to the cans themselves, there's much wrong w/ them....

By booredatwork.com on August 17, 2017

Noise cancellation is almost a must for the weary traveler. Whether you're on a three-hour flight, or a 45 minute commute, you often don't want the outside world to intrude. Even at my day job, our office air conditioning gives off a constant drone...

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Libratone Q Adapt

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Price: $199