I Bought These £20 Alternatives to AirPods on Amazon, and I'm Never Looking Back
An honest review of the Btootos A90 Pro
AirPods. Ah, those little white wonders that dangle from our ears like techy earrings, whispering sweet, wireless melodies.
They’re sleek, they're trendy, and they scream "I am in the Apple ecosystem!" But after losing three pairs over the years (I am not proud of myself), I realised it was time to make a change.
“There they were, nestled in their tiny shiny metallic case, ready to prove their worth.”
The catalyst was seeing a close friend whip out her rose gold earbuds and nonchalantly declare, “Honestly, they’re better than AirPods. And they were only £20.”
Say what now? Better than AirPods? For £20? My skepticism was palpable. However, curiosity won the day, and I found myself on Amazon, fingers twitching over the ‘Buy Now’ button to shop my very own Btootos A90 Pro, for the meagre price of exactly £19.99. Fast forward a few days, and there they were, nestled in their tiny shiny metallic case, ready to prove their worth. And guess what - they are amazing.
First off, let’s talk playtime. With a promise of "30 Hrs Playtime and HI-FI Superior Sound," expectations were high. These earbuds did not disappoint. A single charge gives you 8 hours of playtime, and the compact charging case provides more than 30 extra hours. For someone who frequently forgets to charge their phone, watch and pretty much every gadget I own (guilty as charged), this is a game-changer. The case even has an LED display to show you exactly how much juice is left – no more guesswork.
NeilR, in his review titled them “The AirPod Pro killer”
Sound quality? Stellar. Whether I’m listening to my Spotify podcasts (Infamous by Wondery in case you’re wondering) or on a call, the sound has been rich, clear, and oh-so-pleasing. The bass is suboptimal but it’s not a deal breaker, especially when you consider the price.
The reviews on Amazon are overwhelmingly positive, and actually seem authentic - with an average rating of 4.5 stars. ‘Mils’ raves, "They have amazing sound quality, they fit in the ear nicely, they are nice and loud, setup is incredibly easy and they charge fast and the charge lasts long too." NeilR, in his review titled them “The AirPod Pro killer,” and praises their fast connectivity, excellent battery life, and superior fit compared to Apple’s version.
The fit is another standout feature. These earbuds weigh less than 6 grams each, and are ergonomically designed to snugly fit inside your ears. They stay put, and are comfy as can be, even during a workout.
£19.99
Let’s not forget the intangibles. There’s something immensely satisfying about knowing you didn’t drop a small fortune on something you could easily lose (again).
As Amazon reviewer ‘Karl Roe’ notes, “These earbuds put the more expensive brands to shame. The battery life is incredible, and they are so, so comfortable.” Another happy customer called ‘French Fancy’ sums it up perfectly, “I can’t get over the quality of the sound in my ears. I’ve even begun listening to audiobooks, something I never fancied doing.”
In a world where brand loyalty often trumps common sense, these £20 marvels are a breath of fresh air.
So far they deliver on every promise, offering incredible value without compromising on quality. So, to my lost AirPods, I finally say goodbye. These new earbuds have found a permanent home in my ears, and I couldn’t be happier.
