Philips TAUE101BK/00
The 10mm dynamic drivers and built-in DAC deliver punchy, clear bass that stands out in this budget category. The oval acoustic tube with three interchangeable ear tip sizes provides a secure, comfortable seal for all-day wear, complemented by a practical 3-button in-line remote and microphone. These are best for casual listeners and commuters who need a reliable, lightweight wired headset for music and calls without relying on Bluetooth.
Aperçu
The 30-Second Version
A $15 lottery ticket. Some pairs sound great, others sound like airline freebies. Buy it as a backup, not your daily driver.
Pros & Cons
Points forts
- Dirt cheap, usually under $20
- Some owners love the sound for jazz and rock
- Comfortable and secure fit for most ears
- 3-button inline remote works with most phones
Points faibles
- Sound quality is wildly inconsistent unit to unit
- Cheap plastic build and very thin wire
- Weak microphone, bad for calls
- No real bass despite the marketing claims
L'avis des propriétaires
The Word on the Street
L'évolution de l'avis des propriétaires dans le temps
ExclusivitéD'après la date à laquelle les clients ont rédigé leurs avis - pour voir si l'enthousiasme initial s'est confirmé.
D'après 11 avis clients datés, regroupés par trimestre civil. L'analyse par période est en anglais.
Les preuves
Performance
The 10mm dynamic driver is the headline spec, and it's a coin flip. Our database puts sound quality in the 29th percentile, which is rough, but the user sentiment score of 72/100 tells a different story. Some people hear depth and warmth, others hear thin and lifeless. The mic sits at the 40th percentile, so don't expect much on calls. No ANC to speak of, and the build quality lands in the 34th percentile. The cable is thin, the plastic feels cheap, but a few owners say it resists bending better than expected.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | three sizes of interchangeable rubber ear tips |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Codecs | PHILIPS Wired Earbuds 3.5mm jack connector with Microphone, in Ear Headphones with mic, Powerful Bass, Lightweight, 3.5mm jack connector Wired Earphones, 3-Button in-line Remote Ear Buds (Black-Gray) |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | ✓ |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
vs Competition
The Nothing Buds 2 and Soundcore P31i both crush this in sound quality and build, but they cost more and are wireless. If you need wired and cheap, the Baseus Bass BP1 Pro is a better bet for actual bass. The Anker Space A40 is in a completely different league for ANC and comfort, but you're paying for it. The Philips only wins if you need a wired mic remote and refuse to spend more than $20.
| Spec | Philips TAUE101BK/00 | Nothing Buds 2 | Soundcore P31i | Anker Space A40 | Baseus Bass BP1 Pro | TOZO Crystal Pods |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.4 | 6.0 | 5.2 | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 13.5 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 7 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 55 | 50 | 50 | 55 | 35 |
| Water Resistance | - | IP55 | IP55 | IPX4 | IP55 | IPX5 |
| Multipoint | - | true | - | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Produit | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Preuve sociale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philips TAUE101BK/00 | 30.9 | 39.3 | 34.1 | 28.7 | 45.1 | 28.5 | 32.9 | 49.6 | 56.7 |
| Nothing Buds 2 Compare | 93.1 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 81.8 | 95.3 | 72.4 | 91.9 | 97.1 | 81.6 |
| Soundcore P31i Compare | 89.8 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 96.9 | 92.7 | 72.4 | 97.2 | 86.6 | 90.3 |
| Anker Space A40 Compare | 97.3 | 97.5 | 79.5 | 94.4 | 92.7 | 72.4 | 80.4 | 97.4 | 73.2 |
| Baseus Bass BP1 Pro Compare | 97.3 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 88.7 | 94.9 | 72.4 | 91.9 | 98.6 | 90.3 |
| TOZO Crystal Pods Compare | 93.1 | 91.6 | 91.2 | 90.7 | 81.8 | 72.4 | 97.2 | 97.1 | 81.6 |
Prix
Value & Pricing
At USD 15 in the US and EUR 16-20 in Europe, this is impulse-buy territory. The EUR spread is small, but the DE listing at EUR 16 is the best deal if you're in the EU. For the price, you're getting a wired earbud with a remote and a mic. The problem is you might get a great pair or a terrible one. That's a lottery ticket, not a value proposition.
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Price History
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Overview
The Philips TAUE101BK/00 is a budget wired earbud that promises powerful bass and a 3-button remote for under $20. The reality is a lot more mixed. Some owners genuinely love the sound for jazz and rock, while others say it sounds like the free buds you get on a plane. That split personality is the whole story here.
Common Questions
Q: Does this actually have powerful bass?
Not reliably. The 10mm driver can produce decent low end on a good unit, but plenty of owners report no real bass at all. If bass is your priority, look at the Baseus Bass BP1 Pro instead.
Q: Is the microphone good for calls?
No. It's weak and sits at the 40th percentile in our database. Fine for a quick voice note, bad for meetings or gaming comms.
Q: Will these last more than a few months?
The cable is thin and the build is cheap plastic, so durability is a real concern. Some owners say the cable resists bending well, but I wouldn't trust these as a long-term daily driver.
Who Should Skip This
If you care about consistent sound quality or need a reliable mic, skip these. Go grab the Soundcore P31i for wireless or the Baseus Bass BP1 Pro for wired bass. If you're buying for a kid who loses everything, sure, these are fine.
Verdict
The Philips TAUE101BK/00 is a gamble. If you get a good unit, you'll be happy with the sound for the price. If you get a bad one, you'll wonder why you didn't just use the free earbuds from your last flight. For a backup pair or a kid's first earbuds, it's fine. For anything else, spend a little more and get something consistent.
