249 yuan bluetooth earphones not good? nank n1s earphones
In the past one or two years, the true wireless Bluetooth earphone market has been in a state of chaos, with prices varying greatly, from an outrageous 9.9 to a staggering 2000+. However, price to some extent corresponds to quality. Extremely cheap products are indeed not to be touched, while overly expensive ones are out of reach for many. Fortunately, with such a price range, there are options available in every segment. Among them, you can always find some cost-effective products, such as the NINEKA Nanka N1S true wireless Bluetooth earphones, currently priced at only 249 yuan.
Appearance and Details
The NINEKA Nanka N1S true wireless Bluetooth earphones come in black paper box packaging, which feels quite premium. Personally, I prefer digital products to use black packaging as it looks more stylish. The packaging box has a double-layer design, with a pull-out outer sleeve and an inner gift box with a lid.
The complete set of Nanka N1S earphones includes a pair of earphones, a portable charging case, six pairs of silicone ear tips of different sizes, two pairs of shark fin ear supports, two pairs of ear loops, a USB Type-C charging cable, and a user manual. This is the most abundant configuration of ear tips and accessories I have seen so far. Although the items are small, the sincerity is evident.
The charging case of the Nanka N1S is compact and lightweight, about the size of a small egg. It feels smooth and is very convenient and easy to carry, whether in hand, pocket, or backpack. The front of the charging case has three charging indicator lights, and the back has a Type-C charging port.
The portable charging case has two magnetic charging slots inside, with a groove design for the shark fin ear supports, making it clear which side is which and avoiding confusion in earphone placement.
When the earphones are placed in the charging slots, they start charging automatically. During charging, you can judge the charging status by the indicator lights on the earphone panel. The opening and closing of the case lid do not affect the charging process. When the earphones are completely drained, it takes about 1 hour to fully charge them, and about 2 hours to fully charge the charging case.
The outer 'N' logo panel is actually a control button, with a silver metal outer ring for increased recognition. The indicator light is located under the panel. The charging contacts are on the inside of the earphones. The shark fin ear supports can be replaced with different sizes or ear loops according to personal preference.
The main body of the Nanka N1S is made of nano-coated ABS material, which is light, strong, and glossy. The angled design ensures a more reasonable and comfortable in-ear fit. The ear tips, ear supports, and ear loops are all made of silicone, which feels comfortable to the touch. The only drawback is that silicone easily attracts small particles.
The Nanka N1S is small and exquisite, with a complete pair of earphones weighing about 9 grams, making them very lightweight.
Control Methods
The NINEKA Nanka N1S true wireless Bluetooth earphones adopt a split design, allowing for both dual-ear and single-ear modes. They can also connect to two phones simultaneously, which is quite unique.
All functions of the Nanka N1S are controlled by pressing the earphone panel, and corresponding prompts can be heard through the earphones. The overall complexity of the controls is fairly standard.
Actual Experience
This time, I used the NINEKA Nanka N1S true wireless Bluetooth earphones for about ten hours of leisure music listening, two hours of TV watching (connected to a smart TV), five hours of running, two hours of gym equipment training, and some phone function tests.
Nanka positions the N1S as a light sports true wireless Bluetooth earphone. So, let's start with the stability and comfort of wearing them. Compared to various wired earphones, the biggest advantage of these earphones is that they completely eliminate the burden of wires and the hassle of wire movement. Additionally, with multiple sizes of ear tips, shark fin ear supports, and ear loops available, once you choose the right accessories, the earphones fit very well in the ears. Even during intense activities like running, they remain very stable, and there's no need to worry about them falling out. The silicone material of the ear tips, ear supports, and ear loops feels very soft and comfortable against the skin. With a single earphone weighing only 4.5 grams, you can almost forget you're wearing them.
Sound quality is the soul of earphones. For sound quality testing, I usually use 'Hotel California' from 'Hell Freezes Over,' 'The Phantom Of the Opera,' 'Pipa vs. Saxophone,' Tsai Chin's 'The Ferry,' and some test discs from HiVi. The HIFI sound quality of the Nanka N1S provides layered and balanced three frequencies. From the perspective of low frequency, the sound dives deep and is not sluggish, which is the most prominent among the three frequencies. The mid-frequency sound is stable, clean, and highly restored. The high-frequency sound has strong penetration and is not distorted. Overall, the three frequencies are well connected, but there is still a certain gap compared to some 1000+ Bluetooth earphones. Additionally, the Nanka N1S handles external noise interference quite well, with noise having little impact on the listening experience. Since it is truly wireless, it avoids the stethoscope effect. In terms of phone call quality, the Nanka N1S provides clear calls with no noticeable sound delay.
In terms of Bluetooth compatibility and stability, the Nanka N1S is equipped with the latest Bluetooth 5.0 chip, which is compatible with any Bluetooth device, including smart TVs and sports watches. From the test results, once the earphones are paired with other devices, the reconnection speed is extremely fast, reaching the level of instant connection. Additionally, if there are no obstacles, the Bluetooth connection remains stable at around fifteen meters, with no disconnection. When facing one wall, the sound transmission is effortless. With two walls, the sound becomes intermittent. In fact, many Bluetooth earphones tested previously also experienced disconnection in this situation, indicating that the Nanka N1S has relatively strong Bluetooth signal transmission capability.
The Nanka N1S has an IPX5 waterproof rating. During the testing phase, the earphones remained intact after being exposed to sweat for about an hour during exercise each time, so they are reliable in terms of waterproof performance.
Regarding battery life, based on actual usage, the Nanka N1S can play music for about 5 hours at a reasonable volume. The charging case can provide almost three full charges for the earphones when fully charged. This battery life is quite strong, eliminating any worries.
Overall Evaluation
As a light sports Bluetooth earphone, the NINEKA Nanka N1S true wireless Bluetooth earphones offer 500+ performance at a price of 249 yuan, showing exceptional value for money. Whether it's worth it or not, you can judge for yourself. Finally, I advise runners who like to wear earphones while running to prioritize safety and use these earphones with caution because the noise cancellation is too good, haha...