XIAOWTEK Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones HiFi Review
The XIAOWTEK S58 earbuds offer 50-hour battery life and Bluetooth 5.4 for just $17, but you'll compromise on sound and call quality. A solid pick for gym beats, not for audiophiles.
The 30-Second Version
For $17, the XIAOWTEK S58s offer unbeatable battery life and stable Bluetooth 5.4, but you sacrifice sound quality and call clarity. They're a great budget beater for workouts, but not for critical listening. Worth buying as a secondary pair.
Overview
The XIAOWTEK S58 earbuds are a classic case of 'you get what you pay for,' and at $17, you get a lot of battery life and connectivity. They promise 50 hours of playback, Bluetooth 5.4, and active noise cancellation, which sounds like a steal on paper.
In reality, they're a solid budget pick for someone who needs a reliable pair of beaters for the gym or commute, but they make some serious trade-offs to hit that price. The ANC is basic, and the sound quality is just okay.
Performance
Let's start with the good stuff. The battery life is insane, landing in the 98th percentile in our database. You'll charge the case once a week. Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity is also top-tier, with a stable connection and quick pairing. Now, the not-so-good. The sound quality is middling, scoring in the 40th percentile. Bass is present but muddy, and highs can get a bit sharp. The microphone is a real weak spot, scoring a dismal 35th percentile, so calls in noisy places are a struggle.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Battery life is absolutely phenomenal. 99th
- Bluetooth 5.4 provides rock-solid connectivity. 92th
- The LED display on the case is genuinely useful. 84th
- IP7 waterproofing makes them great for workouts. 76th
Cons
- Microphone quality is poor for calls. 17th
- Sound quality is just average at best.
- The fit doesn't work for all ear shapes.
- ANC is more of a light background hum reduction.
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | In-Ear |
| Wearing Style | In Ear |
| Ear Tips | l |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.2 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Codecs | Lightweight, Touch Control |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 50 |
Microphone
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof |
Value & Pricing
For $17, it's hard to be too critical. You're getting features that usually cost three times as much. The value is entirely in the battery and connectivity. If you need an earbud that just works for podcasts and music at the gym and you don't want to worry about charging, this is a no-brainer. Just don't expect audiophile sound or to sound crystal clear on Zoom calls.
vs Competition
Stacked against other budget kings, it's a mixed bag. The Nothing Ear (a) destroys it on sound quality and call clarity for about $20 more. The CMF Buds Pro 2 has a much better app and tuning. But if pure, unadulterated battery life is your only metric, the XIAOWTEK S58 beats them all. It's a one-trick pony, but it does that one trick very well for the price.
| Spec | XIAOWTEK Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones HiFi | Sony Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling True Wireless | Technics Technics EAH-AZ80 Noise-Canceling True Wireless | Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra True Wireless | Apple Airpods Pro 3 Apple AirPods Pro with Wireless MagSafe Charging | Jabra Jabra Evolve2 Buds USB-C MS Earbuds with USB-C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling True Wireless In-Ear Headphones (Black) | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | 50 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| Case Battery Hours | — | 16 | 16 | 18 | 24 | 25 |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IP57 |
| Multipoint | — | true | true | true | true | true |
Common Questions
Q: Is the noise cancellation any good?
It's basic. It cuts out some constant low-end hum like fans or airplane noise, but don't expect it to silence conversations or loud environments. It scores in the 85th percentile for budget ANC, which means it's fine for the price.
Q: How is the call quality?
Not great. The microphone is the weakest part of these earbuds, scoring in the bottom 35th percentile. You'll be fine in a quiet room, but outside or in a noisy cafe, the person on the other end will hear a lot of background noise.
Q: Do they really last 50 hours?
Yes, the total case and earbud battery is legit and lands in the top 2% of all earbuds we track. You'll get multiple days of heavy use before needing to plug in the case.
Who Should Skip This
Skip these if you take a lot of calls on the go or are an audio snob. The mic quality is a dealbreaker for remote workers, and the mediocre sound score means music lovers should look at the Nothing Ear (a) or even used older models from known brands. If fit is a constant issue for you, the one-size-fits-most design here might not work.
Verdict
Buy these if you're on an extreme budget, need a pair for the gym you won't cry over if they break, and prioritize battery life above all else. They're a fantastic secondary pair or a first-time Bluetooth earbud purchase. Just go in with managed expectations on sound and calls.