Sony MDREX110APR
Score: 72/100
Sony MDREX15LP
Score: 63/100Rankings
The Sony MDR-EX110AP Deep Bass Earphones are lightweight, wired in-ear headphones featuring 9 mm neodymium drivers for strong bass and an inline mic/remote for smartphone control. They target budget-conscious users who prioritize bass performance and convenient call/music handling.
The Sony MDR-EX15LP is a budget wired earbud with a 9 mm driver, clear sound and a lightweight design, but it lacks a microphone, controls and robust cable durability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9 mmbest | 9 mmbest | |
20 Hzbest | 8 Hz | |
20,000 Hz | 22,000 Hzbest | |
— | 100 dBbest | |
16 Ωbest | 16 Ωbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 gbest | 22.68 g |
— | 12 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(3) | ||
Frequency Response (Low) (Hz) | 20 Hz | 8 Hz |
Frequency Response (High) (Hz) | 20000 Hz | 22000 Hz |
Microphone | true | false |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 3 g | 22.68 g |
Ear Tip Sizes | multiple ear tip sizes | S, M, L |
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Professional editors note the MDR-EX110AP offers strong value for its price, highlighting the inclusion of a protective case, multiple ear tip sizes, and a reliable inline remote that works across smartphones. They also point out the absence of premium features such as active noise cancellation, wireless connectivity, and water resistance.
Everyday users consistently praise the earphones for their punchy bass, comfortable fit, and dependable inline remote, while common complaints focus on the loose fit during vigorous activity, overly bass-heavy tuning that can muddy vocals, cable kinking, and the lack of sweat resistance for gym use.
Professional reviewers praise the MDR-EX15LP for its clear treble, robust midrange and deep bass, highlighting its lightweight Y-type cable, but note the lack of inline controls and a microphone as significant drawbacks.
Users commend the solid sound quality relative to price and the comfortable hybrid silicone tips, while common complaints focus on the fragile cable-jack junction, absence of a mic or controls, and limited durability.
“One side stopped working… bought Sony because of reputation. Will avoid brand in future.”
“Great sound for the price, but the cable broke after a few months.”
“Lightweight and comfortable, but wish it had a mic for calls.”
