LG Tone Free Fit vs LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
Buy the LG TONE Free T80 if you want long battery life and adaptive noise cancellation for commuting, travel or TV watching. Buy the LG Tone Free Fit if you need earbuds that survive heavy sweat and rain during workouts. The Fit is $180.99 at Newegg; no store price was given for the T80.
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LG Tone Free Fit
Choose the Tone Free Fit if you train hard and need earbuds rated fully waterproof with touch controls.
- Fully waterproof for heavy sweat and rain
- Touch controls without reaching for your phone
- Active Noise Canceling
- Secure sports fit
- On-ear/over-ear hybrid style is unusual for workout buds
- Battery life not stated
- No Dolby Atmos or adaptive ANC
What separates them
| LG Tone Free Fit | LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds | |
|---|---|---|
| Noise cancellation | Active Noise Canceling, fixed level | Adaptive Noise Cancellation that adjusts to surroundings |
| Battery life | Not stated in the listing | 36 hours with the charging case |
| Water resistance | Fully waterproof | IPX4, splash and sweat resistant |
| Fit style | On-ear/over-ear hybrid, sports fit | In-ear earbuds |
| Audio features | Standard Bluetooth audio | Dolby Atmos support, graphene drivers |
| Controls | Touch controls on the earbuds | Not stated in the listing |
| Ecosystem | Not stated in the listing | Works with LG OLED TVs and LG gram laptops |
Price history
- LG Tone Free Fit: lowest $180.99 on Oct 29.
- LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds: lowest $139.95 on Oct 29.
Specs compared
| Spec | LG Tone Free Fit | LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Black | Black |
| Noise Canceling | Yes | — |
| Waterproof | Yes | — |
| With Microphone | Yes | — |
| With Charging Case | Yes | — |
| With Touch Controls | Yes | — |
| Style | On-ear | — |
| Wireless Type | Bluetooth | — |
| Use | Sports | — |
| Over-Ear | Yes | — |
| Headphone type |
What reviewers say
LG Tone Free Fit
Owners of LG's Tone Free sport buds generally praise the fit and sweat resistance and call the ANC decent for the size. Complaints center on touch controls triggering by accident and on battery life dropping with ANC on.
- Stays put during runs and lifting
- Survives sweat and rain without cutting out
- Case cleaning feature is a nice extra
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Touch controls trigger when reseating the bud
- ANC is only average
- Battery drains faster with ANC on
- App features vary by phone
LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
Owner feedback on the T80 centers on comfort and long case battery, with the LG TV pairing called out as the main reason to choose them over generic earbuds. Sound quality draws mixed notes, and some users find the noise cancellation weaker than class leaders.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for running and gym workouts?
- The Tone Free Fit. It is rated fully waterproof, while the T80 is only IPX4. The Fit's sports fit is also designed to stay put during movement.
- Which has better noise cancellation?
- The T80. Its adaptive cancellation adjusts to your surroundings, while the Fit uses fixed active noise canceling.
- How long does the T80 battery last?
- Up to 36 hours total with the charging case. LG does not state a battery figure for the Tone Free Fit.
- Is the T80 worth the extra money?
- No store price was given for the T80, so it cannot be compared directly to the Fit's $180.99 at Newegg. Check the current T80 price before deciding.
- Do either work with an LG TV?
- The T80 is listed as working with LG OLED TVs and LG gram laptops. The Fit's listing does not mention TV pairing.
- Which is better for movies?
- The T80, because it supports Dolby Atmos. The Fit is tuned for sports use and does not list spatial audio.