Earbuds have come a long way, haven’t they? The evolution has been wild, from the bulky wired ones we used to tangle up in our pockets to the sleek wireless designs that now feel like an extension of ourselves. But just when you think you’ve seen it all, something new comes along and shakes things up. Enter the Edifier LolliClip—a fresh take on earbuds that’s turning heads and sparking conversations. These aren’t your average wireless earphones; they’re part of this growing trend of open-ear designs that let you stay aware of your surroundings while still delivering solid sound. And trust me, these little guys pack a punch.
What makes the LolliClip stand out isn’t just its unique ear-clip design—it’s how much thought went into every detail. Imagine combining comfort, style, and tech-forward features like adaptive noise cancellation (yes, even for open-ear headphones!) and spatial audio with head-tracking. It almost feels like Edifier sat down and said, “Let’s give people everything they didn’t know they needed.” The result? A pair of earbuds that are as practical as they are cool.
But wait—there’s more. These earbuds don’t just stop at sound quality. They also throw health tracking into the mix, which you do not see every day. Heart rate monitoring? Blood pressure detection? It’s like having a mini fitness tracker tucked behind your ears. Add to that a battery life that lasts through marathons, and you’ve got yourself a product worth talking about.
Design and Build Quality
The Edifier LolliClip they’re an ear-clip style, which is something we’ve seen before but never quite like this. The first thing you notice when you hold them is how light they feel. Seriously, each bud weighs just 7 grams, so you barely notice they’re there once you clip them on. That’s a big deal if you hate the feeling of heavy earphones pressing down on your ears after a while.
The build quality feels solid without being over-the-top premium. The charging case is smooth and glossy—almost too glossy, to be honest. It’s one of those designs that looks sleek and futuristic but also attracts fingerprints faster than you can say “cleaning cloth.” This might bug you if you’re particular about keeping things pristine. A matte finish would’ve been a smarter move here, but hey, at least it feels nice in the hand. The shape of the case is also worth mentioning—it’s rounded and compact, kind of like a smooth pebble you’d find on the beach. It fits easily into your pocket or palm, and the magnetic closure keeps the buds securely inside even if you toss it into a bag.
Now, let’s talk about the earbuds themselves. They have this multi-curvature ear-clip design that’s wrapped in skin-friendly silicone. It’s soft, flexible, and doesn’t irritate your skin, even if you wear them for hours. The silicone has just enough grip to stay put without feeling like it’s squeezing your ear too hard. You can tell Edifier learned from other ear-clip designs because these feel way more refined. The curve adapts to different ear shapes, so whether your ears are small, large, or somewhere in between, they’ll fit snugly without any awkward adjustments.
The earbuds are split into two main parts: the sound area and the energy storage compartment. The sound area sits close to your ear canal, while the other part hooks behind your ear. This setup works surprisingly well—it’s comfortable and distributes the weight evenly so nothing feels lopsided. Plus, the flexibility of the band means you can bend it slightly to get the perfect fit, and it’ll snap right back into shape afterward. That’s thanks to some clever engineering with the internal wiring, which gives the earbuds a bit of springiness without making them stiff or uncomfortable.
Another smart touch is the symmetrical design. Unlike traditional earbuds where left and right are fixed, the LolliClip automatically detects which side you’re wearing them on. No more fumbling around trying to figure out which bud goes where—it’s seamless and intuitive. And speaking of intuitive, the touch controls are responsive without being overly sensitive. You won’t accidentally skip tracks just by brushing your hair out of your face, which is always a win.
Durability seems to be a priority too. The earbuds come with an IP56 rating, meaning they can handle sweat, splashes, and even dust without breaking a sweat themselves. For anyone who likes to use their earbuds during workouts or outdoor adventures, this is a huge plus. They’re built to withstand the elements, and that peace of mind is worth its weight in gold.
App Features
The Edifier ConneX app is where the LolliClip earbuds really start to feel like more than just a pair of headphones. it’s like a control center for your listening experience, health tracking, and even some nifty customization options. The first thing you notice when you open it is how clean and straightforward the layout is. There’s no clutter or confusing menus; everything is right where you’d expect it to be. You can check the battery levels of both the earbuds and the case.
The app also gives you full control over the noise cancellation settings. You can toggle between Adaptive ANC, regular ANC, or turn it off completely. What’s neat about the Adaptive ANC is that it adjusts based on your surroundings, so you don’t have to keep messing with it manually. If you’re in a quiet room, it tones down the noise reduction to avoid that “ear pressure” feeling. But if you step outside into a noisy street, it ramps up the cancellation to block out traffic and chatter. It’s one of those features you might not think about until you use it, but once you do, it’s hard to go back.
Another standout feature is the spatial audio calibration. When you turn on head-tracking spatial audio, the app walks you through a quick setup process. You hold your head still for a few seconds while it measures your position, and then boom—you’ve got 360° sound that moves with you. It’s not perfect, though. Every time you enable it, you have to redo the calibration, which can feel a bit repetitive. Still, once it’s set up, it works well for movies, gaming, or live concert videos. Just don’t expect miracles if you’re using it for regular music listening—it’s better suited for immersive experiences.
Now let’s talk about the health monitoring features because this is where the app gets downright futuristic. Using the sensors built into the earbuds, you can track your heart rate and blood oxygen levels directly from the app. To test it, I compared the readings with my smartwatch, and honestly, they were pretty close. The app shows your heart rate in real-time with a cool little waveform graphic, and the whole process only takes about 30 seconds. Blood oxygen levels are displayed as a percentage, and again, it matched up well with other devices I’ve used. While it’s not as detailed as a dedicated fitness tracker, it’s still impressive to see these features packed into a pair of earbuds.
There’s also a bunch of practical stuff, like touch controls customization. You can assign different actions to single taps, double taps, or triple taps on each earbud. For example, I set mine to play/pause with a single tap and skip tracks with a double tap. It’s nice to have the flexibility to tailor the controls to your habits instead of having to adapt to what the manufacturer decided. Plus, the app has a “mistouch prevention” feature that disables accidental inputs—super helpful if you tend to bump the earbuds while adjusting them.
Other small but thoughtful touches include the water drainage feature. If you’ve been sweating during a workout or caught in the rain, you can activate this function to vibrate the earbuds and shake out any moisture. It’s surprisingly effective and gives you peace of mind knowing your buds won’t get damaged by trapped water. There’s also a multipoint connection toggle that lets you connect the LolliClip to two devices at once. Switching between my phone and laptop was seamless, and the app makes it easy to manage these connections.
One of the coolest things about the app is the ability to tweak the sound profile. There’s an EQ section that lets you adjust bass, mids, and highs to your liking. If you’re not into fiddling around, there are preset modes like Bass Boost, Vocal Enhance, and Treble Boost.
Sound Quality
The sound quality of the Edifier LolliClip is one of those things that sneaks up on you. At first glance, you might think, “Okay, these are open-ear earbuds—how good can they really sound?” But once you hit play, it’s clear that Edifier didn’t just phone it in with this design. These earbuds deliver a level of audio performance that feels way beyond what you’d expect from an open-ear style. It’s not perfect, but it’s impressive enough to make you rethink what’s possible in this category.
Let’s start with the bass. Normally, open-ear headphones struggle to produce any kind of meaningful low-end because, well, sound leaks out instead of being funneled directly into your ears. But the LolliClip bucks that trend. The 13mm dynamic driver with a titanium-coated diaphragm packs some serious punch. I threw on a few bass-heavy tracks, and while it’s not going to rattle your skull like over-ear cans or even some premium in-ears, the bass is deep, controlled, and surprisingly rich. It doesn’t overpower the mix either—it sits right where it should, adding weight without muddying up the rest of the frequencies.
Moving into the mids, this is where the LolliClip really shines. Vocals and instruments come through with clarity and warmth, making everything feel full and natural. Listening to acoustic tracks or podcasts felt almost intimate, like the artist was sitting right there with you. There’s none of that hollow, tinny quality that plagues a lot of open-ear designs. Instead, the mids have a richness that makes them enjoyable for long listening sessions. Even spoken-word content sounded crisp and engaging, which isn’t always a given with earbuds like these.
The highs are another standout feature. They’re detailed without being harsh or fatiguing, which is key if you listen to music for hours at a time. Cymbals, hi-hats, and other high-frequency elements sparkle without ever feeling sharp or piercing. It’s a balanced presentation that keeps things lively without crossing into sibilance territory. For example, when I listened to some live concert recordings, the crowd noise and subtle details in the background were easy to pick out, adding a layer of immersion that you don’t always get with open-ear designs.
Now let’s talk about spatial audio, since it’s one of the marquee features here. When you turn it on, the app walks you through a quick calibration process (which, admittedly, gets a little annoying every time you enable it). Once it’s set up, though, the effect is pretty cool. Watching movies or playing games feels more dynamic because the sound shifts as you move your head, mimicking a surround-sound experience. It’s not flawless—the sound quality takes a slight dip when spatial audio is active—but it’s still a fun addition for specific scenarios like gaming or action-packed films. Just don’t rely on it for regular music listening; it’s better suited for immersive experiences rather than everyday use.
Another thing worth mentioning is how close the sound area sits to your ear canal. This design choice helps minimize sound leakage while maintaining decent privacy. Sure, someone sitting right next to you might hear a faint echo if you crank the volume, but it’s nowhere near as bad as other open-ear options I’ve tried. Plus, the directional acoustic technology seems to do its job by focusing the sound inward rather than letting it spill out everywhere. That means you can enjoy your music without blasting it into the ears of everyone around you.
The Hi-Res Wireless Audio certification with LDAC support is another big deal. If you’re using a device that supports LDAC, you’ll notice the difference immediately. Tracks sound richer and more detailed compared to standard Bluetooth codecs like SBC or AAC. Even on my iPhone, which doesn’t support LDAC, the sound quality still felt elevated thanks to the hardware and tuning Edifier put into these earbuds. It’s not night-and-day better than other wireless earbuds, but it’s enough to make audiophiles nod in approval.
Of course, no product is without its quirks. While the overall sound signature is excellent, turning on adaptive ANC does slightly alter the audio profile. Background noise gets dialed down, but so does a bit of the depth and richness in the mids and highs. It’s not a dealbreaker, but it’s something to keep in mind if you plan to use ANC frequently. And as mentioned earlier, spatial audio comes with a trade-off in sound quality, so you’ll need to decide whether the immersive experience is worth the slight drop in fidelity.
Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) in the Edifier LolliClip is one of those features that sounds almost too good to be true—especially for an open-ear design. You’d think, “How can you block out noise when the earbuds aren’t even sealing off your ear canal?” But somehow, Edifier pulled it off, and while it’s not perfect, it’s surprisingly effective. The key here is the word “adaptive.” This isn’t just your run-of-the-mill ANC that throws a blanket over all background sounds. Instead, it adjusts dynamically based on your surroundings and how the earbuds are sitting on your ears. It’s like having a smart assistant for noise cancellation that tweaks things on the fly.
The first thing you notice when you turn on the adaptive ANC is how subtle it feels. There’s no sudden vacuum-like sensation in your ears, which is something you often get with traditional ANC headphones. Instead, it gently dials down the background noise without making you feel isolated. For example, if you’re in a quiet room, the ANC doesn’t overwork itself—it tones things down just enough to keep ambient sounds at bay. But if you step outside into a busier environment, like a crowded street or a noisy café, the system ramps up its efforts to block out chatter, traffic, and other distractions. It’s not as aggressive as what you’d get from premium over-ear headphones, but for an open-ear design, it’s impressive.
What really sets this ANC apart is how it works with the directional acoustic technology. The earbuds are designed to minimize sound leakage while focusing the audio inward toward your ears. This means the ANC doesn’t have to fight against as much external interference, making its job easier and more efficient. The result? A quieter listening experience without completely cutting you off from the world around you. That’s a big deal if you value situational awareness but still want to enjoy your music or podcasts without distractions.
Of course, there are limits. If you’re in a super loud environment—like next to construction work or on a subway—the ANC won’t completely eliminate all the noise. But it does a solid job of reducing low-frequency hums and mid-range disturbances. High-pitched sounds, like screeching brakes or loud voices, might still sneak through, but they’re noticeably softer. It’s not the kind of ANC that’ll let you zone out in a chaotic setting, but it’s more than enough for everyday scenarios like working in a coffee shop or walking through a busy park.
One of the coolest aspects of the adaptive ANC is how it adjusts based on fit. Since these are open-ear earbuds, the level of noise cancellation can vary depending on how securely they’re clipped onto your ears. The system uses sensors and algorithms to detect these variations and fine-tune the ANC accordingly. So even if the earbuds shift slightly during movement, the noise cancellation stays consistent. It’s a small detail, but it makes a big difference in usability.
Another thing worth mentioning is how comfortable the ANC feels over long periods. Traditional ANC can sometimes cause ear fatigue because of the pressure it creates inside your ear canal. With the LolliClip, that’s not an issue. The open-ear design combined with the adaptive processing ensures that the noise cancellation feels natural and unobtrusive. You can wear these earbuds for hours without feeling like your ears are being squeezed or clogged.
Call Quality and Microphone System
The call quality and microphone system, honestly, is one of those areas where open-ear headphones often struggle. The LolliClip tries to rise above that limitation, and for the most part, it succeeds. Each earbud has three high-sensitivity microphones—three on each side—which is pretty impressive for a pair of open-ear earbuds. These mics work together with an AI algorithm designed to filter out background noise and make your voice sound as clear as possible. On paper, that sounds like magic, but how does it hold up in real-world use? Well, it depends on the situation. In quiet environments, like sitting at your desk or walking through a calm park, the call quality is crisp and natural. Voices come through loud and clear, and the person on the other end won’t have to strain to hear you. It’s almost like talking into a regular phone mic.
But here’s the thing—open-ear designs inherently let in more ambient sound, which can be both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, you stay aware of your surroundings, which is great if you’re crossing the street or waiting in line at a coffee shop. On the other hand, that same awareness means background noise can creep into your calls. I tested this in a few different scenarios, and while the AI does a decent job of cutting down on low-level hums like air conditioning or light traffic, louder noises like construction work or chatter in a crowded café still manage to sneak through. It’s not terrible, but it’s also not the crystal-clear experience you’d get from fully sealed earbuds or over-ear headphones.
Now let’s talk about wind noise, because that’s always a wildcard with open-ear designs. I took the LolliClip outside on a breezy day and intentionally walked into the wind to see how it handled things. The good news is that the mics do have some level of wind noise reduction—it’s not perfect, but it’s enough to keep your voice from being completely drowned out. That said, if you’re standing in a gale-force windstorm, don’t expect miracles. Your voice might still sound a bit muffled or distant, but at least it won’t be completely unintelligible.
One feature worth mentioning is the adaptive noise cancellation (ANC) during calls. When ANC is turned on, it helps reduce the amount of background noise that gets picked up by the mics. For example, if you’re in a noisy office or near a busy road, turning on ANC makes a noticeable difference. It doesn’t completely eliminate distractions, but it tones them down enough to make your voice stand out more. It’s a subtle improvement, but one that adds value to the overall calling experience.
Battery Life and Charging
The Edifier LolliClip earbuds bring some solid numbers to the table regarding battery life, and they’re pretty much in line with what you’d expect from a modern pair of wireless earbuds. On a single charge, these buds promise up to 9 hours of playback, which is honestly more than enough for most people’s daily needs. And if you factor in the charging case, that number jumps up to a whopping 39 hours of total playback. That’s nearly two full days of listening before you’ll need to recharge the whole setup.
Now, let’s talk about real-world performance because specs on paper don’t always tell the full story. I put these earbuds through their paces over a few days, mixing up my usage between music, podcasts, and even some gaming sessions. With adaptive ANC turned on—which, let’s be honest, is how most people are going to use them—I still got close to the advertised 9 hours. Sure, it dipped slightly under heavy use, but not enough to make me panic about running out of juice halfway through my day. Without ANC, the battery life stretched even further, which is great if you’re using them in quieter environments where noise cancellation isn’t necessary.
One feature that deserves a shoutout is the quick charge capability. A 15-minute charge gives you 3 hours of playback, which is clutch if you’re in a rush or forgot to charge them the night before. It’s not as fast as some of the lightning-quick charging tech we’ve seen in flagship models, but it’s still plenty useful. The charging case uses USB-C for charging, which is great because USB-C cables are practically everywhere these days.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Comfortable and secure fit.
- Excellent sound quality with deep bass and clear highs.
- Advanced features like ANC, spatial audio, and health monitoring.
- Long battery life and quick charge capability.
Cons
- Glossy finish prone to fingerprints and scratches.
- Lack of wireless charging.
- Premium price point.
Final thoughts
The Edifier LolliClip earbuds are a bold step into the market of open-ear audio, and they bring a lot to the table that makes them worth considering. These earbuds are packed with features that push the boundaries of what you’d expect from this style of design. From the innovative ear-clip form factor to the adaptive ANC, spatial audio, and even health tracking. But as with any product, there are things that shine and others that leave room for improvement.
Of course, no product is perfect, and the LolliClip has its quirks. The call quality is decent in quiet environments but struggles in noisy or windy conditions. The spatial audio feature, while cool, requires frequent recalibration and slightly diminishes sound quality when enabled. And at $129.99, these earbuds sit in a competitive price range where buyers have plenty of options to choose from. Some might balk at the price tag, especially given the lack of wireless charging and the occasional fingerprint magnet of a case.
Still, the Edifier LolliClip carves out a niche for itself by blending innovation, comfort, and functionality in a way that few other earbuds do. If you’re looking for something that breaks away from the norm while still delivering solid performance, these are worth a closer look.
