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I’ve purchased both and tried them both thoroughly and the winner was easily the 85, surprisingly. My guess is that the soundsurge 90 is mostly made of components that are a few years old and was supposed to be the predecessor to the soundsurge 55. With that being said, the 85 sound a little better, but the main reason why I kept them is because they’re a hundred times more comfortable than the 90 are. Their passive noise cancelling is better than the passive noise canceling on the 90s, but ANC on the 90s is amazing and blows the 85s out of the water. If you ask me, I’d recommend the 85s over the 90s 9/10. The only time I’d say to get the 90s is if you’re on an airplane all day but that’s it. If you guys have any more questions feel free to ask
Alexis Nguyen I have to go with the Anker life q20. Better noise cancelling (Best for the price), Better customer service as well which is always something that is nice down the road. Sound quality is about the same. The only thing is that I like the styling of the ss85 a lot more, but for home or travel use, there’s no reason not to go with the q20. Just also a little note, if you keep an eye out and check daily, you’ll find both the ss85 and q20 go on sale about weekly
@@ayuwisea9660 if you find the 85s uncomfortable, you will definitely hate the 90s. I didn't really get ear fatigue with either for hours but the 90 definitely will give you ear fatigue first, and probably in under an hour since the ear cups only swivel in one direction so they are won't contour to your head comfortably and they clamp harder on your head to trick you into thinking they have good ANC. If you have any other questions feel free to ask!
Ive bought both of these and tested them out to see which one i wanted. Things ive noticed; 90s are heavier, so when you wanna work out with them..get the 85s. The 90s def have a wider soundstage and can compete with the sony level of sound the 85s are good but nothing of a wow factor. When you play music on the 90s you hear quality. Then the anc..it just works better on the 90s. Also the blue blinking lights on the 85s annoyed me haha. I went with the 90s with usb c in the end and im satisfied. I do have to say wish they were 50 grams lighter then they would be perfect but in return you do get sturdy metal pieces on the cups. If you have questions go ahead. Like the video JdL as always
You're just great, mate ! Analyses not very scientific but who need that ? Your comments are just what we need to know to make a choice and take a purchase decision. I couldn't find a comparison between the Soundsurge 90 and the Mpow H21, so I enjoyed listenning to your various other comparisons and come to the conclusion that: Soundsurge 90 was better than the 85, which in turn was better than 55 which was better than de Mpow H21. So I got my result ! Great and many thanks for your kind efforts. Pierre from Portugal
Hey Man! Just wanted to thank you for your work that you put into your reviews. I discovered your channel exactly 2 days ago when I approached to make my final decision on the bluetooth headphones. For the very long time I was pretty sure to buy the Edifier W820BT, although then I found the reviews on the MPOW H12 and was almost sure to buy these. But then, apparently you showed up with your stupid accurate reviews and comparisons between some models that I started to be interested in. After watching your reviews multiple times I decided to get my hands on the Soundsurge 85. Just typing this comment with these on my head. That was 100% accurate choice. Thank you man for being yourself. Your energy and cutting all the bullshit is unusual in times when people do reviews after getting paid for it. Peace!
Just ordered a pair of 090s in the UK on Amazon. £34.99 ,but they also gave an extra £10 off! Can't believe that I paid £24.99! Thanks again for the reviews.
Thanks so much, JDA. I was tossing up between Mpow 21 and Soundsurge 90. Got the Soundsurge after watching several of your videos and making the decision. So glad I got them, they are great and I am very happy. Love your work!
hey man ive bought the soundsurge 90s, i have a doubt on whether i can turn off the anc when the bluetooth is on. when i first booted it on the anc was aldready onn and i wasnt able to turn it off. Is it supposed to be that way?
@@matthewk956 nvm lol its just that when i was holding the button it wasnt turning off, when i tapped once it turned off. I got confused thanks for the reply
I am in Europe, a small country called Lithuania. Recently got the 85's from german amazon with some special offer, now it is gone and price is higher. So it is my first "big" on-ear type of earphones. I use it with a hi-res bluetooth FiiO player, a cheap one, nothing fancy. And 85's work absolutely good :) i have nothing to be sorry. For roughly 50 EUR it is cheap. Maybe my expectations was too high how the noise cancelling should work, but anyways it is good. I really love type C charge, long lasting battery and very fast bluetooth connection to any device. If money is an issue (as it is for me), go for it and don't try to compare to the others. I did so and not interested to change or upgrade for the next 2 years. I hope the 85's will last for this period. Thumbs up, and you all keep healthy!
I had anker not this model though amd taotronics, I tell u the bass on taotronics is just crazy after 9 months I switched to anker I send it back after 10 mins since the bass was like a mad woman shouting
@@abdullahahmed3384 I have it conncted to two devices but one had to be disconnected in order to other one to connect, I have ttbh060, so far Liked it 85 my roommate had bought, the sound is a bit more clear but less Bass, lower weight but the ear pads are clumsy on 085, I wanted to upgrade but now I decided to stay,
I've owned the 85s for nearly 2 years and this review is absolutely bang on... Even down to the fact that you mentioned it takes a little while to "feel" for the on/off button, but once you memorise where it is, you can do it without looking. I'm a producer and mastering engineer. I can't mix on these headphones, but they are my go-to pair for checking a mix to see if it sounds balanced on a hi-fi type sound. Personally, I think that the noise cancelling doesn't just block the outside out, I think it also activates some sort of basic amplifier as well because the bass becomes more solid and open sounding. I've owned loads of cans, including £1000 Sennheisers and Slate VSX for music studio mixing etc. etc. They're all kinda a different vibe. The Sennheisers 800s and 650s are really detailed and like a magnifying glass on quality. It depends on whether you enjoy critical listening or not. The taotronics 085s I can and do listen to them ALL day long. They're comfortable and the sound is not fatiguing at all. I was thinking of upgrading, but I don't know where to go from the 085s. Its not that I want more quality, in fact, for my every day listening, I think comfort and fatigue are really important. In terms of fatigue.. Being in a studio mixing music, I've had speakers that make you feel worn out after just a few hours. Thsts not comfortable. Considering the 85s are in and out of my bag and on and off my head all day long. They have lasted SO well. I (stupidly) never used the hard case, but they're still durable enough and have sustained no damage at all in 2 years. If the 90s have all the se quality as the 85s and maybe a little more. I'd be totally happy to switch over any time.
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I just got a pair of 90s after using the 85s for 14 months, so maybe I can help you out with this a bit. From my short time with the 90s, I'd say that there's definitely a noticable difference in sound quality - while the 85s punch way above the price, I feel like the 90s deliver a wider stage, more detail, better separation and most of all a clearer, better defined bass. The 85s have always mudded the bass too much for me. The 90s are a bit heavier, though, with metal outer shell on the cups, and, unlike the 85s, I definitely feel the weight on top of my head after a while. I still prefer them when going outside because I feel like they don't protrude as much sideways, even though they are larger. Now, the reason I still have both? The 85s are much better for casual, on the go and office use: they support multi point (90s don't), they have low latency AptX (90s don't), and the CVC8.0 mic sounds way better than CVC6.0 on the 90s. Also, I feel like the ANC messes with the music way more on the 90s.
@ Interesting! Thank you very much for your reply. I could quite easily afford to get some more expensive or interesting cans than these budget ones. But, as you say, they punch way above their weight - more importantly for me, I'm very used to the sound when it comes to 'mix checking', where I can make notes and then take them back to the studio for tweaks on the song I'm working on. I've actually tried mixing an entire record on the 085's and it was a disaster. They are definitely 'listening' speakers as opposed to flat monitors required to make records specifically. I've never noticed the 085s muddying the bass too much - I mean, it's not completely accurate in terms of transients or punch, a little texture - and I guess you could say that its lacking in extreme low end extension and a touch smeared. But whatever crossover they are using, it's seamless from top to bottom. But it is beautiful in that its not overpowering. The worst headphones I've ever tried - especially for the money - are Beats. It's like having 2 dreadful subwoofers attached to your head with a tiny tweeter. To say they're unbalanced is an understatement. I've heard people say they're designed to enjoy bass music like Hip Hop. But any decent producer already mixed the song as well as possible, so to take that mix and skew it completely into the realms of unbalanced absurdity is an insult to music! I think that bass reproduction on the 085s MASSIVELY depends on the genre and the production. I say that because short, sharp EDM pluck type bass sounds are excellent - but lower sub bass, (ie Breaks, Drum and Bass, some Hip Hop type sub wobbles - thinking "Dead Prez - Hip Hop" etc.) doesn't go low enough to reproduce the chest rattle 20hz - 50hz ish range. If there is anything down there anyway. But, they've done an excellent job of rolling off the low end so it doesn't abruptly feel like there is a chunk of sound missing. So, bottom line for me - if I upgrade, is the new sound a total departure from the 085s, or is it similar but with more detailed low end - because I think that, I would absolutely love. Do you agree with me regarding the amplification effect of the ANC ? Because in a completely quiet room, just switching between on and off, definitely adds some tightness and seemingly more extension into the highs. That's my perception anyway. The weight of the 085s is just incredible. They're so comfortable I don't even know they're on my head sometimes. Did you say that you notice the difference in that department? 90s are a bit heavier? Additionally, latency has never bothered me - I don't know where it would make a difference listening to music - I guess it would watching videos on your phone if the video and audio go out of sync - but is it not compensated for? What is multipoint? I hate taking calls on the headphones - I always turn back to phone speaker. So nothing about the microphone would interest me really.
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@@MOSMASTERING I listened to a ton of different genres on the 85s and you get used to them, but then again - I used to own a pair of Koss PortaPros and I have a pair of KZ ZS6 in ear monitors with 4 drivers each, so I like to compare between these various architectures, and I was definitely missing the details in the mids and the bass the most, and then the separation - the sound is great for everyday use but the stage is very narrow. The ANC on the 85s does have a positive effect, I agree, and that's where (on my pair at least) I'm most disappointed with the 90s - the ANC slashes the bass a bit, but most of all it somehow constrains the sound inward, if that makes any sense, but it also puts it behind a wall, where it loses a bit of definition and volume. I'd definitely only recommend in situations where the noise is really terrible, because even in the street with cars and all passive isolation is more than enough for me. Weight - yes, the 90s are heavier, but not uncomfortable. They're just not almost unnoticeable like the 85s. Latency is important for videos, yes, but AptX support on the 85s means better sound because of how it's processed, and low power usage when compared to AAC, for example. Also, it's better for Android phones... although I've been using AAC without issue on my Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite. Multipoint is simultaneous connection to two devices - it's been amazing for work, because I could be on Zoom on my PC and instantly switch to a call on the phone. And yeah, I've gone through a whole year of working from home on the 85s, that's why the mic is important - I could be on a Zoom or group call and go about my business around the house, and chip in when needed. It's a game changer for me.
@ I really appreciate you taking the time to discuss your experience. That's very interesting about the ANC on the 90s. Are you suggesting that inversely to the 85s, its actually better with the noise cancelling OFF on those headphones? I use Bluetooth with AptX on my android phone, but if I was going to try and get the best quality, I'd happily switch to minijack. Then just go to Bluetooth for the gym or something so I don't get twisted in cables! I don't think I'd ever use Multipoint really.. I have it on a set of studio speakers - I never knew what it was called. It's really annoying - I'll be listening to something.. suddenly, my girlfriend's call to her family (whilst she is in a different room) will connect by bluetooth at random to my speakers and I'll be able to hear the conversation mixed into what I'm. I have no idea why it does this, because it can be anywhere from 5 to 20 minutes into the call before bluetooth decides to reach out and connect at random to my device with no warning.
You put out great content! I got the 90s based on your comment about the sound (and at the time the 85s were out of stock). You're right, they sound fantastic! A note to other viewers: my wife and I have very different sized heads - these fit me fine with some slack to go, but they're too big to fit her. Part of me wonders if I should have got the lighter 85s once in-stock, but these def feel nice and plush and the sound really is beautiful based on my limited experience. I wanted these especially for listening to audio clips for language learning, music, and of course, CZcams. So far it's been handling all of these very well and I think I got a great value for the money. ANC works well, but it's not really a feature I plan to use much since I wear these out walking and I want to be able to hear cars coming when crossing the street and such.
Hey there. Indeed, the I was deciding on 90s and 85s but the 85s are out of stock in Amazon as you mentioned. I have one question. Have you tested out the mic quality of the 90s you own? Could you give an explanation on it too.
@@malshavithanage4320 it's decent, but still my wife has trouble hearing me in crowded areas or in noisy situations (like inside a supermarket with music playing and people talking around me). I also wonder if my phone could be affecting the loudness of the microphone output. Just for reference, I have a moto g7 which has the outdated bluetooth version 4.
Rarely comment on videos but this was a good video - enjoyed your energy and presentation -got a chuckle out of the ending as Im guilty for jumping to the end of some videos - still debating between the Tao 85s and the Anker Life Q20 as many others seem to be. big thumbs up !
I just ordered the SoundSurge 90 and it now has USB-C and the manual even says it. And BTW it has memory foam and feels really nice. It even beats my Beats headphones. Hahha that pun though.
Just ordered mine and yes its a USB C. But I have a little porblem with ANC. The sound is changing with ANC ON less bass and more hight. I love the sound with much bass when the ANC is OFF. Do you have the same issue or am I the only one ?
Agree 100%. Very thorough review, thanks much. I had to order a new pair when the plastic cracked and came apart on one side of the 85s after very little use. So, I was happy to see the 90s were better built because the 85 was no longer available. I have to say, though, I really liked being able to turn on the noise cancellation on the 85 without having to power up the whole headphone. The ANC ability and sound quality are so close that if the 85 was still available, I would buy that instead because it seems lighter and more comfortable and the separate ANC button is terrific. Either one is a very, very good budget ANC headphone. Especially if you are only using them while on an airplane, etc., why pay the price that Sony and Bose are asking?
Bought the 85 2 years ago, they're great, they feel great, the construction is great, the foam feels great.I use them every day, I workout with them, listen to books, movies, the sound is great, the bass is great, not a heavy bass but a good nice bass, I listen to hiphop, techno, classical music, and they sound good on all. I have to change the earpads, but that's it. A friend of my has a Bose QC and loves my Tao Tronics more then the Bose, the NC from Bose is better but not a lot better. The 85's are great value for your money 💯
I bought the 90's last week, got them, and they do have USB-C for some reason, yes it is USB-C not micro. Don't know if they changed it since this vid came out.
I'll go with 85s any day. Type C, Dual device pairing, Aptx, Memory foam(better comfort), longer battery life, lighter weight and CHEAPER - In short, much much more convenience during day to day use
My soundsurge 90's arrived and they look great! The issue that I have is that my head is too small for the headphones so they hang down almost an inch past my ears. In the video, it almost seems like the 85's are a smidge smaller. Propping the 90's up won't be suitable long term so I'd like to see if you could compare them to see if they really are smaller in the height of the head piece. I have previously purchased some Insignia headphones from Best Buy, but after hours of use, they hurt my ears. That's why I'm on the search for a solid pair of budget headphones that fit.
I bought the 90’s and am fixing to return them. Love the sound and anc but they’re too big for my head and the foam makes it sweat around my head within 10 minutes. Mine didn’t come with usb-c charging. I’d rather have comfort and a snug fit then the edge of sound and anc.
Hey Mate, thanks for another great comparison. After this would you say they sound better than the SoundSurge 46? I am asking purely on sound quality. Thanks in advance
Tribit Quiet Plus 72's vs Anker Soundcore Life Q20's vs TaoTronics Soundsurge 90's ***(w/ USB-C "Update")*** PLEASE RANK (1-3): Which has better "ANC"? Which has better "Bass"? Which has better "Overall Sound"? Which has better "Call Quality"? Which has better "Build Quality" Which is "BEST" overall? *I really like & trust the nontechnical, real world, straight to the point reviews here.* **I've purchased other items based solely on your comparison videos, recommendations, & reviews. And I've always been extremely happy with each purchase.**
I’m from Spain🇪🇸 I’m a huge fan of your videos. Which one is better to go to the gym and exercise with them: Samsung galaxy buds plus, Fiil T1X or soundPeats trueshift 2??
What up man! I’m from Spain 🇪🇸 and I’m a huge fan of your videos. Question: Can I use the galaxy buds plus to go to the gym? Are they resistance enough to exercise wearing them? I’ve heard from people who wear them at the gym. Thanks and greetings
Hi, I'm your fans from Malaysia. I know it's impossible but I'm a bit greedy haha. I'm thinking to get a perfect headphone that have great performance on sound quality, durability and also mic clarity. A lot of youtuber recommend Soundcore Life Q30, which have really impressive performance on everything but the mic sounds bad (is it fixed after the software update?). Then I found Soundsurge 90 & SoundPEATS A6 are not bad too after I watched the reviews, at least the mic sounds clearer than the Q30. But I didn't test any of them so I am here to ask for your suggestion, which headphone is better? Previously I was struggled because there's too much of good headphones, like Soundcore Life Q30, Steelseries Arctis 5, Hyperx Cloud II, Edifier W820NB and so on. I will be using the headphone for music, movies, discord call and little bit of gaming.
Also which do you think are the best taotronics overhead headphones?? Money no option. Lastly after your choice, can you recommend another headphone for the same value as your choice. Any brand. Thanks
Fyi::I got the Besdio Active Noise-cancelling today, kinda looks just like Taotronics soundsurg 60 or 90. They sound actually pretty good. Anyway awesome video thanks. 🙌🏿 #newstuff
I know which Besdio headphone you are talking about, and there is also another similar headphone branded under Vipex. They are both based on the SS60, but both companies are owned by TaoTronics.
As an update, the 90s have a USB C port, I'm not sure if they just updated it under the same name or it's a brand new release but now they have USB C now nonetheless
He's right about feeling satisfied regardless of what you buy. I bought the 85's and they are fantastic headphones for such a low price. The attic fan in the hallway makes it sound like an airplane at my desk, but these 85's cancel out 80-90% of the noise. So much nicer. They'll be a daily companions for a while. They fit great, and so far I haven't felt any ear fatigue. Very light headphones, I will definitely be able to work out in these. Update: My 85's stopped turning on a few months back. The ANC still works, and I can still use them with the aux cable, but the bluetooth is out the window. Don't know how common this is. They still charge and everything. They just won't turn on with the power button. Ended up buying a used pair of 90's to give them a shot. They are definitely more refined than the 85's. The 85's are a newer, cheap set with good quality with a minimalistic setup, but the 90's have better functionality and noise cancelling. I still would say get the 85's though because if the 85's break you still have a good pair of wired noise cancelling headphones, whereas the 90's will lose their noise cancelling if they ever bite the dust.
Soumd of 90 is just richer..just like he said. But the weight makes the headset nog suitable for sports or even outdoors. Its bulky and you feel it on your head . You dont with the 85
The Taotronics Soundsurge 90 headphones I bought developed an issue not long after buying them. The gentle noise you get from the noise cancelling suddenly got loud on one side and had to return them. I guess I was just unlucky and before this happened I felt the sound was decent for a budget option.
Im planning to buy one , how about the sound quality. Is it better than oneodios, i saw a thousands of 5 star review about oneodios. I own a plenty of ear drives like tws, neckbands, iems, earphones etc. I dont call myself an audiophile, but the sound quality should be detailed in every frequencies and all my devices are under budgets. What's your opinion
Great review! Thanks so much. I purchased the 85's and just received them yesterday. Can you tell me if it's normal for there to be a low roar/hiss when the ANC blue light is off?
I'm a little bit confused here haha, on the Amazon listing, TaoTronics claims that the SoundSurge 90 has USB-C, and the images they provide does seem to show USB-C. Did they change the design a little bit while keeping the same name?
Bought the 85 for two month, and now it won't charge. The led indicator blink red for one second and then it when off. Tried with all the cables in my house and none off them seems to be the problem. Is there any solution? Really love this headphone btw
Hey man, I read some reviews on Amazon. Do the 85’s last? On Amazon the reviews say after a while the power/Bluetooth button stops working. Is that true?
How about the mic quality? Since I'm always talking to someone in discord everyday. Not only I need good quality music sound but also calls ☺️ I've subscribed by the way. Love your video!
Soundsurge 90 vs Anker Q20 please. Lots of people looking for this and find no video on youtube. I'm between two of them. Which one has better sound and anc performance?
A little help here. So I'm doing an RMA of my SoundSurge 46s since the earpads were peeling apart. They agreed but they said that since they don't have the 46 in stock they can give me the 90. Is this an upgrade or downgrade?
how is the sound quality in your case does it effect the sound quality whether active noise cancelling turned on or off and especially the bass and do they sound loud in either cases meaning do you see the effect in loudness when anc turned on or off. i would really appreciate your reply. stay safe and have a good one.
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I’ve purchased both and tried them both thoroughly and the winner was easily the 85, surprisingly. My guess is that the soundsurge 90 is mostly made of components that are a few years old and was supposed to be the predecessor to the soundsurge 55. With that being said, the 85 sound a little better, but the main reason why I kept them is because they’re a hundred times more comfortable than the 90 are. Their passive noise cancelling is better than the passive noise canceling on the 90s, but ANC on the 90s is amazing and blows the 85s out of the water. If you ask me, I’d recommend the 85s
over the 90s 9/10. The only time I’d say to get the 90s is if you’re on an airplane all day but that’s it. If you guys have any more questions feel free to ask
Alexis Nguyen I have to go with the Anker life q20. Better noise cancelling (Best for the price), Better customer service as well which is always something that is nice down the road. Sound quality is about the same. The only thing is that I like the styling of the ss85 a lot more, but for home or travel use, there’s no reason not to go with the q20. Just also a little note, if you keep an eye out and check daily, you’ll find both the ss85 and q20 go on sale about weekly
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Do you experience ear fatigue on 90 compare to 85? Like for how long?
@@ayuwisea9660 if you find the 85s uncomfortable, you will definitely hate the 90s. I didn't really get ear fatigue with either for hours but the 90 definitely will give you ear fatigue first, and probably in under an hour since the ear cups only swivel in one direction so they are won't contour to your head comfortably and they clamp harder on your head to trick you into thinking they have good ANC. If you have any other questions feel free to ask!
Nice comparison :) did see any differences concerning the microphones ? 90 microphone better than 85 ?
Regards.
For newer viewers, I wanna point out that they've stopped selling the BH090 with the hard shell. They come with the same fabric pouch as the BH085 now
Ive bought both of these and tested them out to see which one i wanted. Things ive noticed; 90s are heavier, so when you wanna work out with them..get the 85s. The 90s def have a wider soundstage and can compete with the sony level of sound the 85s are good but nothing of a wow factor. When you play music on the 90s you hear quality. Then the anc..it just works better on the 90s. Also the blue blinking lights on the 85s annoyed me haha. I went with the 90s with usb c in the end and im satisfied. I do have to say wish they were 50 grams lighter then they would be perfect but in return you do get sturdy metal pieces on the cups. If you have questions go ahead. Like the video JdL as always
Does the 90's connect to 2 devices like the 85's ?
which one's mic quality is better ?
@@abdullahahmed3384 Nope, no multi point.
@@DRaqaON The BH085 hands down. CVC 8.0 vs 6.0. (I have both pairs)
You're just great, mate ! Analyses not very scientific but who need that ? Your comments are just what we need to know to make a choice and take a purchase decision.
I couldn't find a comparison between the Soundsurge 90 and the Mpow H21, so I enjoyed listenning to your various other comparisons and come to the conclusion that:
Soundsurge 90 was better than the 85, which in turn was better than 55 which was better than de Mpow H21. So I got my result ! Great and many thanks for your kind efforts. Pierre from Portugal
Hey Man! Just wanted to thank you for your work that you put into your reviews. I discovered your channel exactly 2 days ago when I approached to make my final decision on the bluetooth headphones. For the very long time I was pretty sure to buy the Edifier W820BT, although then I found the reviews on the MPOW H12 and was almost sure to buy these. But then, apparently you showed up with your stupid accurate reviews and comparisons between some models that I started to be interested in. After watching your reviews multiple times I decided to get my hands on the Soundsurge 85. Just typing this comment with these on my head. That was 100% accurate choice. Thank you man for being yourself. Your energy and cutting all the bullshit is unusual in times when people do reviews after getting paid for it. Peace!
Much love to ya bro! I'm glad the video was helpful and you're enjoying your new headphones! 🙌💯
Just ordered a pair of 090s in the UK on Amazon. £34.99 ,but they also gave an extra £10 off! Can't believe that I paid £24.99! Thanks again for the reviews.
Thanks so much, JDA. I was tossing up between Mpow 21 and Soundsurge 90. Got the Soundsurge after watching several of your videos and making the decision. So glad I got them, they are great and I am very happy. Love your work!
How are they holding up after 1 year ?
Best headphones I've ever owned. Quick to connect, super comfy, the sound is on point. Use them every day and they haven't failed me.
hey man ive bought the soundsurge 90s, i have a doubt on whether i can turn off the anc when the bluetooth is on. when i first booted it on the anc was aldready onn and i wasnt able to turn it off. Is it supposed to be that way?
@@constant7097 You should be able to easily turn it on and off any time just by pressing the button on your left ear.
@@matthewk956 nvm lol its just that when i was holding the button it wasnt turning off, when i tapped once it turned off. I got confused thanks for the reply
I am in Europe, a small country called Lithuania. Recently got the 85's from german amazon with some special offer, now it is gone and price is higher. So it is my first "big" on-ear type of earphones. I use it with a hi-res bluetooth FiiO player, a cheap one, nothing fancy. And 85's work absolutely good :) i have nothing to be sorry. For roughly 50 EUR it is cheap. Maybe my expectations was too high how the noise cancelling should work, but anyways it is good. I really love type C charge, long lasting battery and very fast bluetooth connection to any device. If money is an issue (as it is for me), go for it and don't try to compare to the others. I did so and not interested to change or upgrade for the next 2 years. I hope the 85's will last for this period. Thumbs up, and you all keep healthy!
I'm pretty sure they made a usb c for the 90s now as well
Soundsurge 90 vs Anker Soundcore Life Q20
I had anker not this model though amd taotronics, I tell u the bass on taotronics is just crazy after 9 months I switched to anker I send it back after 10 mins since the bass was like a mad woman shouting
@@Mr.PM1993 hey, what about tribit? Which do you think is better?
@@slowgirl2699 I don't know, I have been uding tao for long time now and I am very satisfied so I didn't have a new reason to move
@@Mr.PM1993 bro , does the 90's also have 2 bth connectivity like the 85 too ?? and which one u have of the tao's models ?
@@abdullahahmed3384 I have it conncted to two devices but one had to be disconnected in order to other one to connect, I have ttbh060, so far Liked it 85 my roommate had bought, the sound is a bit more clear but less Bass, lower weight but the ear pads are clumsy on 085, I wanted to upgrade but now I decided to stay,
The Soundsurge 90 has been updated to Usb C now
They’re listening to you😉
Great review
Really?
My dude. I enjoy your vibe and content. Much love from Toronto
it's like you read my mind I was looking for this video, I'm lovin it instant subscriber.
I've owned the 85s for nearly 2 years and this review is absolutely bang on... Even down to the fact that you mentioned it takes a little while to "feel" for the on/off button, but once you memorise where it is, you can do it without looking.
I'm a producer and mastering engineer. I can't mix on these headphones, but they are my go-to pair for checking a mix to see if it sounds balanced on a hi-fi type sound.
Personally, I think that the noise cancelling doesn't just block the outside out, I think it also activates some sort of basic amplifier as well because the bass becomes more solid and open sounding.
I've owned loads of cans, including £1000 Sennheisers and Slate VSX for music studio mixing etc. etc.
They're all kinda a different vibe. The Sennheisers 800s and 650s are really detailed and like a magnifying glass on quality. It depends on whether you enjoy critical listening or not. The taotronics 085s I can and do listen to them ALL day long. They're comfortable and the sound is not fatiguing at all.
I was thinking of upgrading, but I don't know where to go from the 085s. Its not that I want more quality, in fact, for my every day listening, I think comfort and fatigue are really important.
In terms of fatigue.. Being in a studio mixing music, I've had speakers that make you feel worn out after just a few hours. Thsts not comfortable.
Considering the 85s are in and out of my bag and on and off my head all day long. They have lasted SO well. I (stupidly) never used the hard case, but they're still durable enough and have sustained no damage at all in 2 years.
If the 90s have all the se quality as the 85s and maybe a little more. I'd be totally happy to switch over any time.
I just got a pair of 90s after using the 85s for 14 months, so maybe I can help you out with this a bit. From my short time with the 90s, I'd say that there's definitely a noticable difference in sound quality - while the 85s punch way above the price, I feel like the 90s deliver a wider stage, more detail, better separation and most of all a clearer, better defined bass. The 85s have always mudded the bass too much for me. The 90s are a bit heavier, though, with metal outer shell on the cups, and, unlike the 85s, I definitely feel the weight on top of my head after a while. I still prefer them when going outside because I feel like they don't protrude as much sideways, even though they are larger. Now, the reason I still have both? The 85s are much better for casual, on the go and office use: they support multi point (90s don't), they have low latency AptX (90s don't), and the CVC8.0 mic sounds way better than CVC6.0 on the 90s. Also, I feel like the ANC messes with the music way more on the 90s.
@ Interesting! Thank you very much for your reply.
I could quite easily afford to get some more expensive or interesting cans than these budget ones. But, as you say, they punch way above their weight - more importantly for me, I'm very used to the sound when it comes to 'mix checking', where I can make notes and then take them back to the studio for tweaks on the song I'm working on.
I've actually tried mixing an entire record on the 085's and it was a disaster. They are definitely 'listening' speakers as opposed to flat monitors required to make records specifically.
I've never noticed the 085s muddying the bass too much - I mean, it's not completely accurate in terms of transients or punch, a little texture - and I guess you could say that its lacking in extreme low end extension and a touch smeared. But whatever crossover they are using, it's seamless from top to bottom. But it is beautiful in that its not overpowering. The worst headphones I've ever tried - especially for the money - are Beats. It's like having 2 dreadful subwoofers attached to your head with a tiny tweeter. To say they're unbalanced is an understatement. I've heard people say they're designed to enjoy bass music like Hip Hop. But any decent producer already mixed the song as well as possible, so to take that mix and skew it completely into the realms of unbalanced absurdity is an insult to music!
I think that bass reproduction on the 085s MASSIVELY depends on the genre and the production. I say that because short, sharp EDM pluck type bass sounds are excellent - but lower sub bass, (ie Breaks, Drum and Bass, some Hip Hop type sub wobbles - thinking "Dead Prez - Hip Hop" etc.) doesn't go low enough to reproduce the chest rattle 20hz - 50hz ish range. If there is anything down there anyway. But, they've done an excellent job of rolling off the low end so it doesn't abruptly feel like there is a chunk of sound missing.
So, bottom line for me - if I upgrade, is the new sound a total departure from the 085s, or is it similar but with more detailed low end - because I think that, I would absolutely love.
Do you agree with me regarding the amplification effect of the ANC ? Because in a completely quiet room, just switching between on and off, definitely adds some tightness and seemingly more extension into the highs. That's my perception anyway.
The weight of the 085s is just incredible. They're so comfortable I don't even know they're on my head sometimes. Did you say that you notice the difference in that department? 90s are a bit heavier?
Additionally, latency has never bothered me - I don't know where it would make a difference listening to music - I guess it would watching videos on your phone if the video and audio go out of sync - but is it not compensated for?
What is multipoint?
I hate taking calls on the headphones - I always turn back to phone speaker. So nothing about the microphone would interest me really.
@@MOSMASTERING I listened to a ton of different genres on the 85s and you get used to them, but then again - I used to own a pair of Koss PortaPros and I have a pair of KZ ZS6 in ear monitors with 4 drivers each, so I like to compare between these various architectures, and I was definitely missing the details in the mids and the bass the most, and then the separation - the sound is great for everyday use but the stage is very narrow.
The ANC on the 85s does have a positive effect, I agree, and that's where (on my pair at least) I'm most disappointed with the 90s - the ANC slashes the bass a bit, but most of all it somehow constrains the sound inward, if that makes any sense, but it also puts it behind a wall, where it loses a bit of definition and volume. I'd definitely only recommend in situations where the noise is really terrible, because even in the street with cars and all passive isolation is more than enough for me.
Weight - yes, the 90s are heavier, but not uncomfortable. They're just not almost unnoticeable like the 85s.
Latency is important for videos, yes, but AptX support on the 85s means better sound because of how it's processed, and low power usage when compared to AAC, for example. Also, it's better for Android phones... although I've been using AAC without issue on my Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite.
Multipoint is simultaneous connection to two devices - it's been amazing for work, because I could be on Zoom on my PC and instantly switch to a call on the phone. And yeah, I've gone through a whole year of working from home on the 85s, that's why the mic is important - I could be on a Zoom or group call and go about my business around the house, and chip in when needed. It's a game changer for me.
@ I really appreciate you taking the time to discuss your experience.
That's very interesting about the ANC on the 90s. Are you suggesting that inversely to the 85s, its actually better with the noise cancelling OFF on those headphones?
I use Bluetooth with AptX on my android phone, but if I was going to try and get the best quality, I'd happily switch to minijack. Then just go to Bluetooth for the gym or something so I don't get twisted in cables!
I don't think I'd ever use Multipoint really..
I have it on a set of studio speakers - I never knew what it was called.
It's really annoying - I'll be listening to something.. suddenly, my girlfriend's call to her family (whilst she is in a different room) will connect by bluetooth at random to my speakers and I'll be able to hear the conversation mixed into what I'm. I have no idea why it does this, because it can be anywhere from 5 to 20 minutes into the call before bluetooth decides to reach out and connect at random to my device with no warning.
Wow that's amazing.. Did the earpads tear down on you at these 2 years or are they still fine?
You put out great content! I got the 90s based on your comment about the sound (and at the time the 85s were out of stock). You're right, they sound fantastic! A note to other viewers: my wife and I have very different sized heads - these fit me fine with some slack to go, but they're too big to fit her. Part of me wonders if I should have got the lighter 85s once in-stock, but these def feel nice and plush and the sound really is beautiful based on my limited experience. I wanted these especially for listening to audio clips for language learning, music, and of course, CZcams. So far it's been handling all of these very well and I think I got a great value for the money. ANC works well, but it's not really a feature I plan to use much since I wear these out walking and I want to be able to hear cars coming when crossing the street and such.
Hey there. Indeed, the I was deciding on 90s and 85s but the 85s are out of stock in Amazon as you mentioned. I have one question. Have you tested out the mic quality of the 90s you own? Could you give an explanation on it too.
@@malshavithanage4320 it's decent, but still my wife has trouble hearing me in crowded areas or in noisy situations (like inside a supermarket with music playing and people talking around me). I also wonder if my phone could be affecting the loudness of the microphone output. Just for reference, I have a moto g7 which has the outdated bluetooth version 4.
I like how the earpads look on the 85 😎🙌
Thanks bro, love your reviews of budget headphones. Big thumbs Up
I've got 85 based on this and other reviews on this channel and must say they are super comfortable and lightweight.
Rarely comment on videos but this was a good video - enjoyed your energy and presentation -got a chuckle out of the ending as Im guilty for jumping to the end of some videos - still debating between the Tao 85s and the Anker Life Q20 as many others seem to be. big thumbs up !
Thanks for hanging in there till the end bro! 🙌
Thank you so much for your review!
I was unsure which pair to get, your video answered all my questions! :)
Do Soundsurge 90 vs 46 that will be awsome.
85 is awsome i have one after watching yr vid. Thank you bro
How is it?
I just ordered the SoundSurge 90 and it now has USB-C and the manual even says it. And BTW it has memory foam and feels really nice. It even beats my Beats headphones. Hahha that pun though.
Just ordered mine and yes its a USB C. But I have a little porblem with ANC. The sound is changing with ANC ON less bass and more hight. I love the sound with much bass when the ANC is OFF. Do you have the same issue or am I the only one ?
That’s interesting, because of differences i will buy 85. I wanna buy 90 tbh but idk. Buttons on 85 were bad i guess
hands up for the witty TV metaphor for the comparison. Great work on your channel!
Agree 100%. Very thorough review, thanks much. I had to order a new pair when the plastic cracked and came apart on one side of the 85s after very little use. So, I was happy to see the 90s were better built because the 85 was no longer available. I have to say, though, I really liked being able to turn on the noise cancellation on the 85 without having to power up the whole headphone. The ANC ability and sound quality are so close that if the 85 was still available, I would buy that instead because it seems lighter and more comfortable and the separate ANC button is terrific. Either one is a very, very good budget ANC headphone. Especially if you are only using them while on an airplane, etc., why pay the price that Sony and Bose are asking?
Great video, actually helped me to choose better budget headphones! 90's are great to me, thank you!
Bought the 85 2 years ago, they're great, they feel great, the construction is great, the foam feels great.I use them every day, I workout with them, listen to books, movies, the sound is great, the bass is great, not a heavy bass but a good nice bass, I listen to hiphop, techno, classical music, and they sound good on all.
I have to change the earpads, but that's it.
A friend of my has a Bose QC and loves my Tao Tronics more then the Bose, the NC from Bose is better but not a lot better.
The 85's are great value for your money 💯
this review is helpful, your analogies are great and love your energy 😊
Last time I was this early England was in the EU
Damn, I remember those days.
Can you compare the sound of life q20 vs SS90
Great review thanks! I like more treble so I think the 85's are for me!
I like the vibe of this comparison, it's very positive. Keep up the good content~
I love your t-shirt men! Thanks for the review !
I bought the 90's last week, got them, and they do have USB-C for some reason, yes it is USB-C not micro. Don't know if they changed it since this vid came out.
Here supporting... great review! Keep up the good work. Stay safe!
Thanks bro, you too!
Honestly, micro-usb on the 90's has already sold me on the other ones. I'm only watching the rest of your video for your analytics
Love your review, thanks for this!
I'll go with 85s any day.
Type C, Dual device pairing, Aptx, Memory foam(better comfort), longer battery life, lighter weight and CHEAPER
- In short, much much more convenience during day to day use
This, this right here is truth. I'm torn between the 2 but the only benefit I see with the 90s is the case, that's it.
@@will4940 Get 85s for cheap and buy a separate case, that's a better deal any day
@@yusufyeginol1696 no
Your great! Love your positive vibe! Subscribed!
, listening on my taotronics soundsurge 46! Great pair of headphones, it's like the band is in the room
My Soundsurge 90 came with a USB-C charge port. I like them.
I got the 85 from amazon as lighting deal for $46 after tax where the 90 was $62 great deal on the 85.
My soundsurge 90's arrived and they look great! The issue that I have is that my head is too small for the headphones so they hang down almost an inch past my ears. In the video, it almost seems like the 85's are a smidge smaller. Propping the 90's up won't be suitable long term so I'd like to see if you could compare them to see if they really are smaller in the height of the head piece. I have previously purchased some Insignia headphones from Best Buy, but after hours of use, they hurt my ears. That's why I'm on the search for a solid pair of budget headphones that fit.
I had the exact same problem! He recommended the 85s (which have a flatter/lower headband) and the problem is fixed. Hope it works out for you too!
I have a small head too and glad I didn't order the 90's.
@@merryming I bought the 85's and they fit perfectly! I gave the 90's to my husband so it was a win/win for all.
@@jenudell6327 Awesome!
thanks for you comment cause my head is so big and im going with 90's thanks
I bought the 90’s and am fixing to return them. Love the sound and anc but they’re too big for my head and the foam makes it sweat around my head within 10 minutes. Mine didn’t come with usb-c charging. I’d rather have comfort and a snug fit then the edge of sound and anc.
I just got my Spundsurge 90s today very nice looking headphones
are you not entertained lol, love that Gladiator closing, thanks for the new review bro
amazing review, i love your energy, keep it up sir :)
Hey Mate, thanks for another great comparison. After this would you say they sound better than the SoundSurge 46? I am asking purely on sound quality. Thanks in advance
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If you have to choose between the tt 46 or the 90, wich one is your favorite?
What do you recommend for me to choose the JBL 500bt or the TaoTronics SoundSurge 85
Really helped alot. Thanks :)
The 90s just look like a rebranded 60s, is sound or ANC better?
The 90 is the 60 with slight upgrades. Yes, the ANC is better. I've done a comparison video.
great video, now i can decide which to buy
Tribit Quiet Plus 72's
vs
Anker Soundcore Life Q20's
vs
TaoTronics Soundsurge 90's
***(w/ USB-C "Update")***
PLEASE RANK (1-3):
Which has better "ANC"?
Which has better "Bass"?
Which has better "Overall Sound"?
Which has better "Call Quality"?
Which has better "Build Quality"
Which is "BEST" overall?
*I really like & trust the nontechnical, real world, straight to the point reviews here.*
**I've purchased other items based solely on your comparison videos,
recommendations, & reviews. And I've always been extremely happy with each purchase.**
I’m from Spain🇪🇸 I’m a huge fan of your videos. Which one is better to go to the gym and exercise with them: Samsung galaxy buds plus, Fiil T1X or soundPeats trueshift 2??
What up man! I’m from Spain 🇪🇸 and I’m a huge fan of your videos. Question: Can I use the galaxy buds plus to go to the gym? Are they resistance enough to exercise wearing them? I’ve heard from people who wear them at the gym. Thanks and greetings
Hey - thanks for the great review? How is the call quality on these? specially on 90? Does that have CVC 8 ?
I think both have CVC 8
Call quality is nice on 90 dude.
I got the 90's from Amazon in July 2020 and they upgraded to a usb C charging cable.
how they are?
Really?!
I am confused when I bought my sound surge 90 I got a usb type c
They have updated from micro usb to usb c cable recently in there updated version of soundsurge 90.
How are the headphones right now? They still good?
@@fireball4098 yeah they are still good
Best Buy comparison was on point.
I like your well done work. Appreciated. Thx...
Hi, I'm your fans from Malaysia. I know it's impossible but I'm a bit greedy haha. I'm thinking to get a perfect headphone that have great performance on sound quality, durability and also mic clarity. A lot of youtuber recommend Soundcore Life Q30, which have really impressive performance on everything but the mic sounds bad (is it fixed after the software update?). Then I found Soundsurge 90 & SoundPEATS A6 are not bad too after I watched the reviews, at least the mic sounds clearer than the Q30. But I didn't test any of them so I am here to ask for your suggestion, which headphone is better? Previously I was struggled because there's too much of good headphones, like Soundcore Life Q30, Steelseries Arctis 5, Hyperx Cloud II, Edifier W820NB and so on. I will be using the headphone for music, movies, discord call and little bit of gaming.
Can you compare Taotronics 90 and Soundecore Q 20?
Also which do you think are the best taotronics overhead headphones?? Money no option.
Lastly after your choice, can you recommend another headphone for the same value as your choice. Any brand. Thanks
Will the 85's do good for musicians?
Great review sir 😁
Thanks. I don't think they would be good for musicians because the sound is not completely accurate.
Fyi::I got the Besdio Active Noise-cancelling today, kinda looks just like Taotronics soundsurg 60 or 90. They sound actually pretty good. Anyway awesome video thanks. 🙌🏿 #newstuff
I know which Besdio headphone you are talking about, and there is also another similar headphone branded under Vipex. They are both based on the SS60, but both companies are owned by TaoTronics.
As an update, the 90s have a USB C port, I'm not sure if they just updated it under the same name or it's a brand new release but now they have USB C now nonetheless
Mpow H12 vs Taotronics Soundsurge 90?
Thanks... How about sound leakage or music bleed in quiet surroundings for various volume level at this TT 90 headphones ? Keen to know that as well..
He's right about feeling satisfied regardless of what you buy. I bought the 85's and they are fantastic headphones for such a low price. The attic fan in the hallway makes it sound like an airplane at my desk, but these 85's cancel out 80-90% of the noise. So much nicer. They'll be a daily companions for a while. They fit great, and so far I haven't felt any ear fatigue. Very light headphones, I will definitely be able to work out in these.
Update: My 85's stopped turning on a few months back. The ANC still works, and I can still use them with the aux cable, but the bluetooth is out the window. Don't know how common this is. They still charge and everything. They just won't turn on with the power button. Ended up buying a used pair of 90's to give them a shot. They are definitely more refined than the 85's. The 85's are a newer, cheap set with good quality with a minimalistic setup, but the 90's have better functionality and noise cancelling. I still would say get the 85's though because if the 85's break you still have a good pair of wired noise cancelling headphones, whereas the 90's will lose their noise cancelling if they ever bite the dust.
Is it true when they say they don't have high volume?
Are the 85s better for smaller heads or the 90s because my head is tiny
Hey dude which is the most conforatable between the two? I love what you do!
Go for 85. I have the 90 and its heavy.
So which one do you recommend?
Please review the surface headphones 2 or the new jbl club headphones. Btw nice video
What is the microphone quality like for both headphones?
*Sees type c*
I want this one
Is soundsurge 46 still the king of budget anc?
It's still the king of taotronics when it comes to sound quality imo
Nah 85 is 60$ so cheap
how is it for gym ? and please recommend one 90 or 85??
Soumd of 90 is just richer..just like he said. But the weight makes the headset nog suitable for sports or even outdoors. Its bulky and you feel it on your head . You dont with the 85
@@roybrolsbeak Thanks i have actually been using it for weeks now at the gym and safe to say 85 are really good for sports
90 has hybrid noise cancelation.
Are these any better as the Anker Soundcore Life Q20?
Does the tribit outshine the both of these headphones
The Taotronics Soundsurge 90 headphones I bought developed an issue not long after buying them. The gentle noise you get from the noise cancelling suddenly got loud on one side and had to return them. I guess I was just unlucky and before this happened I felt the sound was decent for a budget option.
Hi! Do you prefer the TaoTronics 85 or the Anker Soundcore life Q20? Thank you for your answer.
Im planning to buy one , how about the sound quality. Is it better than oneodios, i saw a thousands of 5 star review about oneodios. I own a plenty of ear drives like tws, neckbands, iems, earphones etc. I dont call myself an audiophile, but the sound quality should be detailed in every frequencies and all my devices are under budgets. What's your opinion
Thank you for your vids!!!, Helped me decide which one to buy ❣️
Great review! Thanks so much. I purchased the 85's and just received them yesterday. Can you tell me if it's normal for there to be a low roar/hiss when the ANC blue light is off?
Kim Henderson Mine do that too but it’s very quiet. I think it’s normal like a ‘white noise’ basically.
@New Stuff TV If you were to compare Tribit quietplus 72 to Taotronics Soundsurge 85 which would be better?
I'm a little bit confused here haha, on the Amazon listing, TaoTronics claims that the SoundSurge 90 has USB-C, and the images they provide does seem to show USB-C. Did they change the design a little bit while keeping the same name?
Is there any design and comfort difference between Soundsurge 60 and 90 ?
Bought the 85 for two month, and now it won't charge. The led indicator blink red for one second and then it when off. Tried with all the cables in my house and none off them seems to be the problem. Is there any solution? Really love this headphone btw
thanks for this vid helped a lot :)
Hey man, I read some reviews on Amazon. Do the 85’s last? On Amazon the reviews say after a while the power/Bluetooth button stops working. Is that true?
How about the mic quality? Since I'm always talking to someone in discord everyday. Not only I need good quality music sound but also calls ☺️
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@@NewStuffTV1 thank you!
Soundsurge 90 vs Anker Q20 please. Lots of people looking for this and find no video on youtube. I'm between two of them. Which one has better sound and anc performance?
A little help here. So I'm doing an RMA of my SoundSurge 46s since the earpads were peeling apart. They agreed but they said that since they don't have the 46 in stock they can give me the 90. Is this an upgrade or downgrade?
Wait, you can't turn on ANC with the wire?
Ordered a 90 just now on their official site, promo EVE60 drops it to just $30
how is the sound quality in your case does it effect the sound quality whether active noise cancelling turned on or off and especially the bass and do they sound loud in either cases meaning do you see the effect in loudness when anc turned on or off. i would really appreciate your reply. stay safe and have a good one.
How would you compare the 060, 085 and 090 with Sony zx220 or ch510? They are all about the same price.
Are the mids and highs on point, and does it have a wide soundstage? (Soundsurge 90's)