Sena 5S Bluetooth Headset Review

Sena 5S Bluetooth Headset Review
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The new standard for entry-level Bluetooth communications has arrived. Sena's new 5S features Bluetooth 5.0, a range of up to 700m (0.4mi) in open terrain, and pairing for two total riders, so you can chat with your best riding buddy. Universal intercom allows allows pairing to other brands of Bluetooth headsets, with Up to 7 hours talk time, 7 days stand-by time. The 5S is water-resistant, chargeable while in use, and warrantied for two years.

[@RevZilla]

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[@keairalynvillalobos8449]

I just got these a few weeks ago and yes the screen helps more when you’re setting it up than when you have your helmet on but also I would say this is the best device for music and if you’re a loner like me.

[@ZeroGravityShisha]

Thanks for the honest review. Bought that thing solely for lone wolfing

[@justinmitchell8721]

Where u ride bro

[@Jmpp040476]

Sena 5S vs Cardo Freecom 2+ for a rider to passenger use? whats the best choice?

[@freezezero0221]

Just got mine I thought the lcd was kinda dumb till after I set my daughters up. Then whilst teaching her the buttons/ functions (with us both wearing the helmets) I put it in some mode and couldn’t figure out what I did wrong till I looked at the lcd on hers so i see it as a little practical now. @revzilla My sena s5 and iPhone X does acknowledge when I say “hey Siri” into the sena s5 mic. (I haven’t done any firmware updates to the s5) so idk maybe I got lucky? 🤷‍♂️

[@scottcardinal6147]

If you don't turn on vox intercom you have to press fob to talk. That goes for everyone connected. They also would need vox intercom on

[@Lrcuteh]

Cannot decide between 5S and SF4. Any recommendations?

[@sahinkarra]

Hey! What about battery? On the Web site, the talking time is 7 hour. Is it the same listining the music time? İ think that listening time is like 9 hour. What dou you think? Thanks a lot.

[@gazagovana3291]

Just bought one and it keeps on cutting off after every phone call. Any suggestions on how to solve the problem?

[@basicrandon2828]

Giving this a LIKE because it was the first time I'm hearing someone swear. Love the authenticity

[@Sertao2013]

Can you hear the gps unit talking and listen to Spotify and talk to one person at the same time ?

[@davidspin5353]

Great price, would love some background music to cover the ringing in my ears.

[@kenpacheco4426]

Is this compatible with the sena freewire?

[@Warmax356]

Got this but seems like i hear a dostortion on the left speaker in an ls 2 challenger helmet, its been only a day and a half of owner ship and might have to rma it, the next model is the sf4 how does that fair compare to this?

[@bigal7561]

I just bought this because of your video

[@gwheat2364]

Are the speakers from smh5 interchangeable with the 5s? Thanks

[@tristonbroome5801]

So I just bought this and I can't hear my music over my exhaust please help

[@j.lietka9406]

As a kind of hobby I look for tossed out electronics! So to-day I found a Sena 5S! I thought it was a kind of MP3 player! Thank you 🤓

[@timyassa4343]

Is this compatible with the Sena 10s?

[@drazraaz5896]

Jus bought this n everything is awesomely amazing..missing mesh tho..😆😆😆😆

[@bronsvileno]

My question is.. can you pair this with a BT-S3

[@RevZilla]

The 5S offers universal pairing, meaning that should be able to any other Bluetooth communicator! I hope that helps, -Zack

[@Wildminecraftwolf]

I dont get packtalk, why would you not just hop into a discord before riding?

[@outofpie7688]

This thing SUCKS --- constantly bumping the volume nob with my shoulder plastics and there is no way to LOCK it so it doesnt constantly change my volume unless i am looking straight.

[@rodolfoarguedas9054]

Does any one know if is possible to share your music with your rider?

[@jdestined1]

@rodolfo arguedas Yes you can music share with this one!

[@JDelta87]

Shoutout to your dad Spurg for keeping it real 😂

[@timmy24540]

Same from an old guy, growing old ain't for wusses...(p)👍

[@omidel.]

That was priceless

[@bmm52824]

Can I talk to my pillion while listening to music?

[@AbhishekArora28]

Does it have USB-C or Micro USB connectors?

[@mariomoers]

USB-C

[@rizalfarabi8406]

Can you review parani m10 too? Thats from sena too

[@RevZilla]

Unfortunately we do not carry Parani as a brand so we are unable to review their products. If you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Gear Geeks at 877.792.9455 or [e-mail]. Ride safe, -Pat

[@rizalfarabi8406]

@@RevZilla thank you for the answer

[@timyassa4343]

Does this clamp to the helmet or is it double sided tape

[@RevZilla]

Both types of mounts are included in the box. And yes, you can communicate w/ one other 10s using this unit.

[@bonesworld7178]

Will this only connect to one other Rider?

[@RevZilla]

Yes, the 5-series from Sena is for Rider to Rider (1 other) only. If you are looking for more, the 10-series is where 4-riders are possible. -Pat

[@juanesnice]

Is this really waterproof ?! Could I go on riding if it pours ?!

[@RevZilla]

Sena does not claim WP'ing anywhere in their warranty/coverage information at all. Most riders who ride with Sena know though that even in a downpour their units will shut off then reboot once dry and be just fine. However, by warranty standards their units are not waterproof if something should happen to it. Cardo would be the brand to go with that guarantees IP67 waterproofing for most of their units.

[@dimosk7389]

i am using my sena smh5 (the most basic model) since 2016. i've riden in the rain, even on downpours, with the unit always playing music and it never skipped a beat. but yeah, it doesnt have an IPxx rating. if you really need the peace of mind, knowing that your device is actually certified with an IPxx rating, then cardo is probably more suited for you. to be honest, having the ease of use of that jog dial is the best thing for me, so didnt really care about IPxx ratings

[@marinolionnet]

How to remove the beep sound on it

[@RevZilla]

If there is a way to remove it, it will be in the configuration menu within the unit. If you don't get the prompt, reaching out to Sena's Customer Service is likely the next best step. Hope that helps!

[@stevemartinez707]

Does this pair with 10s ??

[@RevZilla]

Yes

[@NariTheMan]

How's the sound quality at higher speed... like 70mph?

[@RevZilla]

Very similar to most other modern Sena units as their sound technology hasn't grown too much in their more entry level units. However, as we always recommend, sound quality is just fine at highway speeds as long as you are wearing ear plugs which remove most of the wind noise causing hearing issues. I commuted on my Street Triple at 70mph for over an hour on the highway each way with this unit without issue, but that is mostly thanks to my ear plugs as it is with every Bluetooth unit I test out. If you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Gear Geeks at 877.792.9455 or [e-mail]. Ride safe, -Pat

[@timothyvoegele2573]

I just got it myself and it is great! I'd highly recommend getting one and trying it out!

[@64_K]

Sena 5s or Cardo freecom 4

[@RevZilla]

Between those two I would choose the Freecom personally as the unit that offers more and can connect further. I hope that helps! -Zack

[@64_K]

@@RevZilla hi Zack Am looking for audio purpose only Can you please suggest me which delivers best audio Freecom 2+ or sena 5s Thank you

[@timothyvoegele2573]

@@64_K try using the Sena 5s, nice and loud, no issues so for from mine. Talking on the phone with phone calls, I get nothing but good feedback, as well as the recieving end, no ambient sounds or anything of the like. Try it out!

[@ajitpandey5469]

Is this firmware upgradable

[@dannyharris2940]

s5 is garbage operatres by pressing power and jog dial very frustrating and confusing sound qaulity saucks

[@dimosk7389]

i find the jog dial the most intuitive controller i've ever used. i am planning on buying a shoei gt air 2 with the SRL2 unit installed, and i really hate that i will no longer have the jog dial.

[@fatheadbiker-stuff9722]

Yeah! Aging is not for cowards.

[@rohinhans7819]

First

[@christianfontaine2946]

THIRD

[@StoryoftheYear16]

Lol fucking Spurg. This hey Google thing has got to be a running joke at this point.

[@dannyharris2940]

dont waste monmey or time

[@Ladosligese]

that haircut has GOT TO GO haha .. ofc it`s up to him . but damn ..

[@christianfontaine2946]

That's stupid.... You can't even see the display when your using it

[@moobbles]

The display is for setting up the unit. You're not going to be setting it up whilst riding.

[@Noxxys]

That's not stupid to pair with my girlfriend who has no clue how to use the buttons

[@chrisronin4421]

Hey, you’re not looking at the screen while you’re riding door knob……. You probably don’t even ride, just another troll on KZbin…..

[@strikingthunder3681]

Horrible review

[@Blingbling820]

You do a better one fool