Right now, the Klipsch T5 is on sale for $70, which is a $129 markdown from its previous price ($199). This nostalgic-inspired model was one of the most overlooked Prime Day Headphones deals, and lucky for you, one that remains available as we head into the holiday shopping season. To score a pair of $200 wireless earbuds of this caliber for only $70 is almost unheard of, which makes the Klipsch T5 a must-own for anyone seeking a top-notch model at half the cost of the AirPods. The Klipsch T5 is a retro AirPods alternative with a more appealing design and sound quality. Klipsch’s authentic sound signature is on full display, giving listeners crisp, full-bodied audio with punchy bass. Microphone performance is great for phone calls and virtual assistant support. And what’s not to love about the retro aesthetics, in particular, the zippo lighter-inspired charging case that holds an extra 24 hours of playtime. Klipsch currently sells the T5 in two colors: Black and Silver. The T5 has received many favorable reviews from audio critics, and we share many of those same positive remarks based on our hands-on experience with the model. Design and sound alone are enough to sell you on these buds. Each bud is constructed from IPX4-rated matte black plastic for water-resistant protection and features copper accents with the brand logo laser-etched on the front. Build quality is sturdy as well, meaning you can drop the buds on occasion and not worry about breaking them. Then there is the true highlight: the charging case. It is beautifully crafted, from the brushed metal finish to the flip-top lid, plus it is arguably the coolest case we have seen in the category. The bass-forward sonics are appreciated when listening to contemporary music genres like alternative rock and hip-hop. Klipsch’s sound signature also shows off its versatility on orchestral-heavy recordings by making instruments and unique background details more transparent without compromising tonality. It’s a pleasure to hear Jazz records on these buds. We’re also fond of the call quality these buds offer. Klipsch’s mic array does a fantastic job of picking up vocals to communicate clearly with others on phone calls and video chats, plus it serves well when enabling the virtual assistant to perform hands-free Google Assistant commands. Battery life is rated higher than any AirPods model as well. You’ll get about 8 hours on a full charge, with the handsome charging case holding another 24 hours for extended use. That is a lot of functionality for only $70.
