Belkin SoundForm Rhythm True Wireless Review

The Belkin SoundForm Rhythm are a connectivity champ with mediocre sound. For about $28, you get fantastic build quality, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, and solid battery life. Buy them for calls and the gym, but skip them if music is your top priority.

The Belkin SoundForm Rhythm are true wireless earbuds that promise a lot for the money. They're built for commutes, workouts, and calls, packing Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint connectivity, and IPX5 sweat resistance into a compact case.

At their core, they're a connectivity-first pair of buds. Our data shows they score exceptionally high in build quality and connectivity, landing in the 94th and 89th percentiles respectively. But the story gets complicated when you look at their sound and comfort scores, which are much lower.

Performance is a mixed bag, and it really depends on what you prioritize. The connection is rock-solid with Bluetooth 5.3 and multipoint, and the 8-hour earbud battery with a 20-hour case is genuinely good. The mics are decent too, scoring in the 79th percentile for call quality. The problem is the sound. It lands in the 36th percentile, which means it's fine for podcasts and calls, but music lacks the detail and punch you might want. And the comfort score is even lower at the 24th percentile, so some ears might find them a bit of a chore to wear for long sessions.

At around $28, the value proposition is simple: you're paying for great connectivity and build, not for audiophile sound. If your main uses are calls, podcasts, and gym sessions where you need a reliable, sweatproof connection, they're a steal. But if you're buying earbuds primarily for music, you can find better-tuned options even at this price point. You get what you pay for, and here you're paying for the fundamentals.

Stacked up against giants like the Sony WF-1000XM5 or AirPods Pro, there's no contest on sound or features—you're paying ten times less. The real competition is in the budget arena. Compared to something like the Jabra Evolve2 Buds (which cost much more), you lose out on dedicated office features but gain a lower price. Against other $30 buds, the Rhythm's standout build and connectivity scores give it an edge, but you might sacrifice a bit of comfort or bass response that competitors offer.

Skip these if you're a music lover. With a sound score in the 36th percentile, they're tuned for clarity on calls, not for rich, detailed music. Also, if you have sensitive ears, the 24th percentile comfort score suggests you might find better-fitting options elsewhere. For pure audio enjoyment, your $30 can go further.

Buy these if you need a reliable, well-built pair of buds for calls, the gym, or podcasts, and your budget is tight. The connectivity and battery are legitimately great for the price. But if you're an all-day music listener or have picky ears, the mediocre sound and comfort scores are a real warning sign. Look for something tuned better for audio.