MPow Flame Lite vs Flame Pro True Wireless Earbuds Comparison | What's $50 worth anyways?!

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi everyone - you may have noticed I pulled down several videos over the last week in an effort to self-govern my content. Gone is my Loudest Earbud video (but not forgotten and the web review still lives on!) and a few videos that played songs (rookie mistake!!!) This video doesn't mention any artist names or songs but I still listened to a bunch of them. Hope you enjoy this different format for comparing two buds that I found to be pretty competitive with each other.

[@steelfalconx2000]

Thank you for jumping right into features and benefits... Most people are like "blah blah blah here's the packaging blah blah here's some story that has nothing to do with this product blah blah blah". Your review was super refreshing.

[@SoZenGadgets]

Lol, sometimes I do babble

[@purgejmi]

It's 4AM, I've been listening to reviews who don't know WTF they're talking about or don't explain themselves very well and waste time all day trying to find the fight pair for me. Sennheiser Momentum Buds seemed good, but I like to do heavy work outs with a long battery life, TRANYA B530 Pro's are too cheap, APEKX Sport Earbuds, and the list just goes on and on... Then, I find the MPow Flame Lite and your video. 9 hours into reading/watching reviews I start your video and think "ugg, okay, here we go" but as it went on I started to realize that I finally found someone who wasn't wasting my time and talking my ear off. So, instead of adding about 200 more words to this comment, I'm just gona say, helpful review and good stuff. 👍

[@SoZenGadgets]

Lol, well when you get them and try them, what If they are horrible?! Oh wow, I feel some pressure here!!!! if it's any consolation, I would use the flame lites for my workouts at their price unquestionably. Let me know, though, if you get them, what you think. And... Thanks for the insights in your post, I am trying to be objective and consistent to how I use earbuds for running and also with my micSeries and latency tests so people can choose what works for them without my personal preferences

[@Shadow-hz4sz]

Which earbuds did you get ???

[@radishfox308]

The Flame Lites look like they would be a more secure fit. Also, thank you for this very detailed review!

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi @Calving Thomas, the ear hook is a little tighter, but functionally, I didn't notice much difference, they both are secure fitting. and you're welcome :-)

[@kygirl6442]

Im gonna buy the mpow flame lite for dance practice .hopefully their are great value

[@williamkelly6076]

Are they

[@JT-wn7wb]

Excellent review did not leave any doubt or questions describing this set.

[@scottyg5403]

I ordered the mpow Lite before even seeing this review and now I'm glad that I did. Thank you for the excellent review!

[@SoZenGadgets]

You're welcome! Do you enjoy them?

[@scottyg5403]

@@SoZenGadgets I literally just ordered them today so I haven't received them yet but I really like the mpow Flame and the mpow flame true Wireless. But I ordered these because of the ear hooks. The other mpow wireless headphones are good for work and phone calls but not so good for working out.

[@SoZenGadgets]

@@scottyg5403 then you should enjoy them. I still think of them as my go-to running earbuds.

[@scottyg5403]

@@SoZenGadgets that's me the way I ordered them for working out and running. I'll let you know what I think thanks again

[@scottyg5403]

So I received the headphones and I pair them to my phone and everything seems okay but the battery was only showing 80% so I got it up to 100% but five minutes later was back down to 80% so I've ordered a replacement pair. I hope those work because I do like the sound for working out and they stay in place

[@btkbells]

Extremely thorough and helpful review. You just saved me $50.

[@SoZenGadgets]

I hope you enjoy them. I know I've gone back to them just for running even though I'm in the middle of other reviews. I like for running a lot

[@btkbells]

@@SoZenGadgets just wanted come back here for a quick update and to thank you again. I absolutely love these earbuds. They get soaked in sweat without issue. I'll even workout in the rain and they are fine. I never accidentally trigger the touch controls. They stay in place even though I'm doing some really aggressive workout movements. The charging contacts are so much better than a USB input. The sound is great, especially the bass, which is what I need for a workout. They have the capability to be too loud, which is just right sometimes. I need to feel it. Battery life is ridiculous. I've never had them die. So glad I didn't get the Pro version. Thanks again 👍

[@AusMaw]

Great review as always.

[@johntaylor7863]

Can you add on the mpow ear wings to the flame lite?

[@marwanak10]

Thanks for pouring all the info =) this is great

[@SoZenGadgets]

You are welcome Marwan :-)

[@MrHuck]

Think I’m sold on these lites. Love my AirPods Pro but need something for work with better security staying on. They haven’t fallen out that much but too expensive to lose. Lol. 37 bucks on Amazon sounds like a win.

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi @MrHuckabst - I love the Lites! My current "under-review" earbuds failed to charge the other day, I immediately defaulted to the Flame Lites for my morning run. No regrets!

[@ashutosh0015]

Thanks lot, was really looking for this comparison. Just ordered these for 29$ I tried Mpow30, fIIL T1X , maybe earbuds are just not for me. So trying these Thanks Sozen🙏

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi @ashutosh D, you're welcome The in ear style earbuds are just a little hard to get used to. The stem style or ear hooks would be easier, lmk what you think of them😀🎶

[@ashutosh0015]

@@SoZenGadgets Man !! Flame pro lite are really average 😅 Definitely returning them

[@SoZenGadgets]

@@ashutosh0015 Sorry to hear that. So you didn't like the M30, Fiil T1x or the Flame Lites? what are you experiencing with each of these that is lacking for you?

[@jonor95]

Just got the m30. Not very comfortable for long runs. Might return them and get a flame lite?

[@SoZenGadgets]

@@jonor95 I like ear hook buds like the flame lites for long runs. They don't block too much ambient sound and I find them safer and more enjoyable for running! Plus they are very reasonably priced. My daughter's PowerBeats pro that I got her for Christmas just stopped working after 8 months!!?? Greer. $249 buds, 8 months. Not cool.

[@jyhphei]

Thank you so much for such a quality review!

[@SoZenGadgets]

Glad it was helpful!

[@crea382]

Thx for your review, I just bought a pair off amazon at 45$ CAD. Can't wait to try em.

[@SoZenGadgets]

Glad to have helped. It's a nice workout bud for reasonable price! You reminded me to throw a Canadian link in my description, now that I have one!

[@crea382]

@@SoZenGadgets Very good review, I just got my pair in, went for a 1h bike ride in the mountains (on road) and they never moved a bit, really awesome. Sounds fine as well. Didnt test the mic but dont really care for me. Im happy with these, hope they last a few years at most.

[@SoZenGadgets]

@@crea382 glad you're enjoying your new buds! Sounds like an awesome ride, too!

[@mehmetkork15]

It went down to 35.99$ cad 4 days ago. Got lucky!! Good gift to my cousin who likes to go to the gym.

[@SoZenGadgets]

@@mehmetkork15 he's gonna love them!

[@jackjack3874]

Hi Sozen.. Thanks for a great review.. Currently looking for earhook tws for sports. Is it in your plans to review the new Tozo T5s?

[@SoZenGadgets]

Those Tozo aren't in my list yet. Good point though, Tozo makes good buds for cheap. I will check them out

[@alur9160]

Great review. I have a question. Who has better sound, flame lite or Powerbeats pro? Thank you for the answer

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi @Al Ur, I mention in the vid, that for $50 less than the Pro, the lite's sound better to me.

[@alur9160]

@@SoZenGadgets Thank you for answer all your suscriptors . My question was the sound of Powerbeats pro vs flame lite?

[@SoZenGadgets]

Oh man, comparing a $250 bud to a $39 bud? I value my $$$ too much to do that!!

[@maikerutv3383]

I ordered the lites, and am very excited to try them out. The ear bands are the only type of ear bud that stay in my ear. So am very excited to try these. Edit: wait so the lites are water proof? Dose that mean you could get into the shower with them?

[@Ameerkat]

If it's waterproof I suppose so!. Just be careful!

[@sadiesink_]

ive been showering with them for so long

[@pillowboy7995]

@@sadiesink_ For real? You don't lose connection and it doesn't affect the touch controls

[@sadiesink_]

@@pillowboy7995 yuh

[@Yamaha_Bolt]

terrific video. thanks. new subscriber here. bought the lites because of this.

[@SoZenGadgets]

Welcome!

[@alfredenriquez1433]

Hi @SoZen Gadgets have noticed that my mpow flame lite does not turn off automatically most of the time when I put them back inside like in the manual. Is it also the case with your flame lite?i had to manually turn them off through the earbuds themselves before putting them back inside the charging case.

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi Alfred , if I ever have a pair of buds that fail to disconnect when putting them in the case, I usually take a minute to wiggle them around when I put them into the case to make sure the lights come on, that usually indicates they made contact with the charge posts and likely turn off. I've had some finicky charging MPow buds, even the MS1, which I returned because the left earbud would not charge.

[@eb-dv8ts]

Is the flame lite case the same dimensions as the powerbeats case? Looking to get a silicon cover and hoping the powerbeats one will fit on the flame lite Case

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi @Ego Beats - the cases are roughly the same size. The powerbeats case mabye a little bit (mm) bigger, round, more bulbous. you might get away with a cover for the powerbeats fitting the flame lite. if anything, it'd be slightly loose

[@mawi6592]

Between the mpow flame lite, Vs mpow x3, which one has better bass?

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi Ash, I'm thinking it is the X3 but I have not tried it specifically. these both have huge drivers so it'll be alot about fitment

[@bettakl3430]

Hi! Nice comparison video! After watching this, im wondering is this Flame Lite more comfortable than Mpow M30 for workout? How about the sound comparison? Better bass?

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi @betta kl - it's my personal preference, and I'll explain why, that the ear hook style earbuds are, in my opinion, better suited to workouts and running in particular than an in-ear earbud. Mostly because movement while working out doesn't transmit the sound of your movements through the earhook type earbuds as much. But I wear the M30 for using weights, spinning, elipitcal, yoga, they would be great. For higher impact workouts, they might not be as great. Hope that helps!

[@bettakl3430]

@@SoZenGadgets Hi. Thks for your opinion. Im thinking maybe ear hook style suits me more since im doing burpees etc. Now how about the sound quality comparing both M30 vs Flame lite? Flame lite suitable for daily casual listening?

[@SoZenGadgets]

Oh yes for burpees, the lit s will be better suited. They sound good too, you will like them for casual listening.

[@bettakl3430]

@@SoZenGadgets I saw your another video on the soundpeats truewings. Which one sounds better? Which one more comfortable to use?

[@SoZenGadgets]

@@bettakl3430 I lean towards the Flame Lites for the overall package. The TrueWings have undeniably strong bass and the passthrough mode is underrated (not be me though!), but if you want to compare the two, those are the factors I'd consider.

[@richardwatson8702]

How do I and where do I buy the Mpow flame pro asap!

[@BudgetAudioChrono]

Thanks for the awesome review! Been comparing between the Soundpeats Truewings vs the Mpow Flame Lite. I think this video has answered my question. Thanks so much. 😊👍🏼

[@sandeepaman7682]

I purchased pro but right earbud do not connect left is connected how do I factory reset please tell me

[@Realrobs]

So are these close to power beats pro in terms of sound

[@SoZenGadgets]

They are $210 less than the pb pro's, so I give them some credit for value. But I prefer these over the pb pro's also because the pb pro's require a lightning cable to charge.

[@TheMapleford]

Fantastic review

[@bravotango3564]

Can you compare MPOW x3 vs flame light . Which sounds the best?

[@SoZenGadgets]

That's a tough question, cuz the reason to get the x3 are the extra features. If stick with the flame lites if the features set is on with you. Is you're going up to more features, check out my top cheap anc earbuds review to make sure you choose the best for you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/paPbpXxqidyUeJY

[@trini_boi2414]

I'll get the lite I love the no buttons look but I did notice another video showing the call quality was kinda muffled tho

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi Trini - MPow definitely improved the mics on the Solo's, imo. THese would be ok for quiet environments but that's about it.

[@trini_boi2414]

@@SoZenGadgets I got the flame lite but when it Hits 30% battery one earbud would shut off..I did a reset but still having the same issue..now I don't know if I should get a replacement or just get the Solo instead 🤔

[@SoZenGadgets]

@@trini_boi2414 maybe get the Solo's amzn.to/36GdDOj and return the one you don't like after trying them

[@trini_boi2414]

@@SoZenGadgets I have a replacement for the lite coming tomorrow if I have the same issue I'll definitely get the Solo 😀

[@trini_boi2414]

@@SoZenGadgets I got the replacement and these are the real deal.. it's way louder and has bass and most of all no single earbud cutting off at 30 or 20% battery like the first one😀

[@abokaiser1393]

Super detailert video, thanks

[@SoZenGadgets]

Thanks for stopping by and glad you enjoyed it

[@joemarieglennguides4912]

Awesome review. May I suggest to mute the music while testing mic. Subscribing.

[@oc3144]

hello, the flame pros are gone everywhere. any help finding them?

[@chrispedley8000]

Great review!

[@SoZenGadgets]

Thanks @Chris Pedley!

[@mustafashah2975]

How's the nose isolation on the flame lite? And does it drown out everything else at a high enough volume?

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi Mustafa, the flame lite (nor the pro) block much noise passively. That awareness is what makes them excellent for working out. They are very loud, indeed you can block everything with volume.

[@syedmustafabilal8432]

@@SoZenGadgets gonna finally buy in a couple of days just needed one more recommendation.. as far as sound quality is concerned.. which is better.. the lite or the mpow m30 plus?

[@dianedemers152]

I cant find any flame pros online and even on the Mpow's site. I can only find the flame light. Anyone knows where i cans find them?

[@SoZenGadgets]

I still rock the Flame Lites regularly since releasing this video. They still work - worst part of them is making sure they charge properly in the case (make sure they light up and disconnect from your phone). Otherwise, for the price, these are the #1 earbuds that I use. Recently I started using the Skullcandy Push Actives for running, and am also happy with the Skullcandy's, at a higher price point. amzn.to/3OrDOeX

[@workfasts]

Although I am not using this type of earbuds but enjoy your review.

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi workfasts - you're going to love one of my next upcoming reviews then, MPow updated the Flame series...

[@workfasts]

@@SoZenGadgets wow, looking forward to it !

[@kyzersoze.musicology]

Would you know when the Mpow flame pro are going to be sold on Amazon? its been almost half a year since people have been promotin these devices and still cant buy them.

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi Kyzer, I bought these for myself off Amazon, I didn't realize they were no longer available!!!!

[@kyzersoze.musicology]

@@SoZenGadgets There not even listed on Amazon.... typically it would say they're out of stock but it doesn't even show up... Whats up with that, why would they stop selling these specially if they are so good??

[@kyzersoze.musicology]

Dude your headphones review are soooo good man.. wow.

[@SoZenGadgets]

@@kyzersoze.musicology that is a good question, but hey, you could just save $50 and get the Flame Lites!!! amzn.to/3o3vG7O

[@SoZenGadgets]

@@kyzersoze.musicology lol, thank you! Welcome!

[@buckeyez757]

Is there a bass boost on and off button on these that I dont know about because these things have zero bass but extremely Mariah Carey HIGHS??

[@SoZenGadgets]

Wow, I never heard anyone say that about either of these two pairs of buds. either your pair are broken or you have the wrong size ear tips in use. There's no bass boost button on either pair.

[@buckeyez757]

@@SoZenGadgets Ok, I will give them another try 2morrow thanx

[@vnqp13]

Wich one sounds better, Mpow M30 or Mpow Flame Lite?

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi ViniQP - I'd opt for the Flame Lites if I were mostly working out and running with them AND I wanted more awareness of my surroundings. And the M30's if I prefer a deeper fitting earbud that blocks more noise passively. Those considerations will matter influence the sound quality and ultimately how you think they sound.

[@syedmustafabilal8432]

@@SoZenGadgets just asked the same question and saw this comment lol thanks tho

[@Rycka9]

How much better are these than flame 2?

[@SoZenGadgets]

@Hi Lenton - I haven't tried the flame 2's. But if you want the wire between the earbuds, stick with the Flame 2. If you want to try true wireless, personally I switched to true wireless and see no reason to go back to Flame2 style buds, the Flame Lites are a reasonably priced way to experience the difference

[@juliantekkengod9187]

Well those audio codes are file transfer speed no tonal differences using sbc lol

[@SoZenGadgets]

"audio codes are file transfer speed"? aptx, aac and sbc are audio **codecs** and are rated in **data transfer speeds**, the higher the supported speed, the higher quality source material your device can reproduce sound without loss. if you're listening to audio books, sure, bluetooth codecs won't matter.

[@juliantekkengod9187]

@@SoZenGadgets sad but true codes are just speed 😆

[@n.j.9773]

How do I get access to the Loudest Earbud video?

[@SoZenGadgets]

I re-posted the vid here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqTcnGOJiNypnqs and my website also has the rankings: www.sozengadgets.com/2020/07/loudest-true-wireless-earbuds-how-loud.html

[@jbg_22]

Which one do you think has a better Mic?

[@SoZenGadgets]

Hi Josiah, at 10:18 in the video, there's a segment on both mics with traffic in background. They both did a good job, the pro's have the better specs with more mics though

[@jbg_22]

@@SoZenGadgets thanks!

[@alpha_dzee]

Very detailed. Could you please do a comparison with the Soundpeats Truewings being that they're both within the same price range?

[@SoZenGadgets]

Thanks for your question, I believe I basically cover that in this video and definitely in my website blog related to this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGjFc6aMp8uHp8U

[@alpha_dzee]

@@SoZenGadgets well yeah, the Soundpeats Truewings was not mentioned in the video though

[@SoZenGadgets]

True. The TrueWings are more bass focused, have passthru which I really like but have that oddity I described where the passthru is so strong it amplifies screen touch sounds. Otherwise they are a great ear hook bud.

[@alpha_dzee]

@@SoZenGadgets so you'd pick the Flames lite over the Truewings?

[@SoZenGadgets]

I'd pick the TrueWings if I wanted Passthru, and maximum bass. The MPow for more balanced but still great bass sound, I put them in the video because overall the package feels a little better to me. But I love both of these for running,

[@isaiahstephen6487]

7:11 ok thanks know what I'm getting

[@SoZenGadgets]

Thanks @Isaiah Stephen for stopping by & welcome to my channel. Glad you found something useful.

[@isaiahstephen6487]

@@SoZenGadgets thanks man I'm amazed at the like ratio I liked and realized no one disliked good job man really easy to get hat for no reason

[@SoZenGadgets]

Thank you sir! I hope all my videos are so well liked !

[@PredatorChin]

Which is better for gym?

[@SoZenGadgets]

I don't think the pro are available anymore. The lite have touch controls and the new solo have physical buttons. They're both about $25 and do the job for the gym. My biggest compliant with them is wind noise while running/biking.

[@PredatorChin]

@@SoZenGadgets thanks for fast reply much appreciated!

[@status8477]

****!!!!! The microphone for the Flame Pro was almost perfect!

[@tropicaldany9306]

I think they changed the name from Pro to Solo.

[@SoZenGadgets]

I have the pro and the solo - the solo are still running strong after 2+ years. They rock - the only downside is making sure the buds charge in the case. It's a little fickle and sometimes i end up with dead earbuds. For the price, it's an ok trade off. The pros are way more expensive and my case died within months (YMMV).

[@unboxbeast3405]

Thank you

[@SoZenGadgets]

You're welcome

[@Themata]

A Toyota what? 12:15 😅

[@SoZenGadgets]

Lol you got me there! I hate getting my cars/ trucks wrong! It's quite a challenge taking and spring then at the same time

[@sampol8790]

there is no bass in mpow flame lite. they soud like if you are listening music on the phone speaker.

[@SoZenGadgets]

Seems like an issue with the earbuds or the tips your using are wrongly sized. What size tips are you using? Maybe have someone else try them see if it's your ears incompatible with the earbuds

[@Brandon-mc1ml]

Amazing video! Ill keep my $50 and still get an amazing pair.

[@SoZenGadgets]

Excellent Brandon! let me know what you think of them when you get them;

[@mikehall6433]

Had both and both have stopped working. The right one of the pro stopped working so it wont link with blue tooth. The light just turn its self all the way down. Nothing from Mpow yet. 😡

[@SoZenGadgets]

You had both the pro and the lite and they both broke? Oh that is horrible. Any idea if it was water related ? Did you heavily use them? That stinks one way or another.

[@mikehall6433]

@@SoZenGadgets The pro could be rain related but the lites I have no idea.

[@paullooper1090]

I'm sold on the Lite... hehe...