Sony IER-EX15C
Direct USB-C connectivity eliminates the need for dongles, providing a simple plug-and-play wired experience with an in-line remote for calls and volume control. The serrated cable design actively reduces tangles, and the compact housings come with multiple ear tip sizes for a secure, comfortable fit. This is best for budget-conscious users who need a reliable, no-fuss headset for taking calls and casual listening on modern smartphones without a headphone jack.
form factor in-ear
active noise cancellation Yes
31 Overall Score
Price $30
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | XS, M, XL |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Codecs | Sony IER-EX15C USB-C Plug, Wired in-Ear Headphones for iPhone and Android Phones, with Built-in Multi-Function Button, Volume and Mic Control, Supports USB Audio Class 1.0 Devices, Blue |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | ✓ |
| Touch Controls | No |
| Bone Conduction | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony IER-EX15C | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | Soundcore P31i | EarFun Air Pro 4+ | Anker Space A40 A3936 | JLab Jbuds Pods ANC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | - | dynamic | dynamic | hybrid | dynamic | dynamic |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 6 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 26 | 50 | 54 | 50 | 56 |
| Water Resistance | - | IP57 | IP55 | IP55 | IPX4 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | - | true | - | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony IER-EX15C | 75.1 | 71 | 35 | 31.1 | 48.7 | 73.8 | 31.7 | 27.1 | 58.8 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro Compare | 97.4 | 97.5 | 98.9 | 93.5 | 76.9 | 94.7 | 79.9 | 99.7 | 90.3 |
| Soundcore P31i Compare | 90.6 | 97.5 | 91.9 | 97.4 | 94.2 | 73.8 | 97.2 | 87.5 | 90.3 |
| EarFun Air Pro 4+ Compare | 97.4 | 97.5 | 91.9 | 99.8 | 96 | 73.8 | 97.2 | 99.4 | 90.3 |
| Anker Space A40 A3936 Compare | 97.4 | 97.5 | 81.4 | 94.9 | 94.2 | 73.8 | 79.9 | 97.4 | 73.1 |
| JLab Jbuds Pods ANC Compare | 93.5 | 97.5 | 91.9 | 80.1 | 95.7 | 73.8 | 92 | 97.1 | 81.4 |
Price
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