Falsom NexOne Pro NOP12

A rugged, swim-proof bone conduction headphone with 32GB storage and great comfort. Battery life is the main letdown, but for active users who need awareness, it's a solid pick.

The build quality is the real surprise here. It sits in the 99th percentile, which is wild for a budget sports headphone. Comfort is also a standout at 94th percentile, and owners confirm it stays put during runs and swims. Sound is the trade-off. It lands at 39th percentile, which is about what you'd expect from bone conduction. Clear enough for podcasts and calls, but bass is more of a suggestion than a presence. Battery life is the weak spot at 19th percentile. The listing says 10 hours, but real-world use and reviews suggest you'll be reaching for the magnetic charger sooner than you'd like.

The NexOne Pro goes up against the Sony ULT WEAR and Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4, but those are over-ear noise cancellers for a completely different use case. If you want immersive sound and ANC, the Sony or Sennheiser blow this away. But neither of them can survive a swim. The JBL Tune 670NC and TOZO HT3 are closer in price, but again, they're closed-back and isolating. The Falsom's open-ear design is the whole point. You're buying it because you want to hear the world around you, not block it out.

At EUR 60 to EUR 70 across European listings, this is a fair price for a swimming-capable bone conduction headphone with 32GB of storage. The best deal in our data is the EUR 60 listing. You're not getting premium sound, but you're getting a rugged, comfortable sports tool that does exactly what it promises. For active users who need awareness and waterproofing, that's a solid deal.

The Falsom NexOne Pro NOP12 is a bone conduction headphone that nails the sports brief. It's built like a tank, weighs almost nothing at 27g, and you can literally swim with it thanks to IP68. The headline feature is the 32GB of onboard storage, so you can leave your phone in the locker and still have up to 8000 songs in MP3 mode. But don't expect audiophile sound. This is about staying aware of traffic and getting through a workout, not critical listening.

If you want immersive sound or strong bass, this isn't it. Go get the Sony ULT WEAR or Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 instead. And if battery life is a priority, the 10-hour claim with real-world reports of less will frustrate you. This is a sports tool, not a daily driver for music lovers.

The Falsom NexOne Pro NOP12 is a niche product that nails its niche. If you're a swimmer, runner, or cyclist who wants music without blocking your ears, this is a great value. The IP68 rating and 32GB storage are the killer features. Just know that battery life is mediocre and sound quality is functional, not fantastic. For the price, it's a confident buy for the right person.