Fhumsh Wireless Review

For $17, you get gym-proof earbuds with great Bluetooth stability and a useful LED battery display. Sound and mic quality are the trade-offs. Best for workouts, skip if you need good call clarity.

The Fhumsh A10 earbuds are a $17 fitness-focused set that promises a lot. You get an LED screen on the case, IPX7 waterproofing, and a claimed 50-hour total battery life. They're built for the gym, with earhooks and a compact case that's 40% smaller than average.

Our data shows they're built well and connect reliably, scoring in the 85th and 95th percentiles for build and connectivity. But the sound quality and microphone performance land in the bottom half of our rankings. You're paying for a durable, stable connection, not audiophile-grade sound.

Let's be real: for $17, the performance is a mixed bag. The Bluetooth 5.3 connection is rock solid, hitting that 95th percentile ranking. You can walk around your house without dropouts. The active noise cancellation (ANC) is decent for the price, scoring in the 85th percentile, which means it'll dull constant hums like a treadmill or an airplane cabin. But the sound quality itself is just okay—it lands in the 40th percentile. Bass is present but muddy, and highs aren't very crisp. The microphone is the real weak spot, scoring a dismal 35th percentile. Callers will know you're on a budget earbud.

At $17, the value proposition is clear: you're trading audio fidelity for ruggedness and features. You won't find another set with an LED display, this level of waterproofing, and such stable Bluetooth for this little cash. If your top priorities are staying in your ears during a workout and not dealing with connection hiccups, this is a solid deal. If you care more about how your music sounds or need to take clear calls, you'll need to spend more.

Stacked up against popular budget picks, the Fhumsh A10 carves its own niche. The Nothing Ear (a) destroys it in sound quality and has better ANC, but costs more and isn't as gym-ready. The CMF Buds Pro 2 offer smarter features and much better sound, again for a higher price. Compared to other $20-and-under gym buds, the Fhumsh's killer feature is that LED screen and the excellent Bluetooth 5.3 stability. You're giving up audio quality to get those. For pure sound on a budget, the Cillso Wireless Earbuds might be a better look, but they likely won't feel as secure during a sprint.

Skip these if you're an audiophile or need reliable call quality. The sound is just okay, and the microphone is a real weak point. Also, if you need all-day battery from a single charge, look elsewhere—8 hours won't cut it for long trips without the case.

Buy these if you're a fitness enthusiast on a tight budget who prioritizes a secure fit and a reliable connection above all else. They're perfect for drowning out gym noise and staying put during high-intensity workouts. The LED screen is a legit cool bonus that actually helps. Just don't expect them to wow you with sound or work well for important phone calls.