LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds vs LG Tone Free Fit
Both are LG sports earbuds with active noise cancelling, a mic and a charging case. The Tone Free Fit is the safer pick for hard, sweaty training because it is rated waterproof and has touch controls, at $180.99 at Newegg. The Tone Free is the in-ear option at $207.00 at eBay, so it costs about $26 more and lacks the waterproof rating. Buy the Fit for heavy workouts; buy the Tone Free if you prefer buds that sit inside the ear.
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LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds
Choose the LG Tone Free if you want in-ear buds with ANC, a mic and a charging case, and you do not need a waterproof rating.
- In-ear design that seals in the ear canal
- Active noise cancelling
- Built-in mic and charging case included
- Fits a sports use case
- Costs about $26 more than the Fit
- No waterproof rating
- No touch controls listed
What separates them
| LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds | LG Tone Free Fit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $207.00 at eBay as of November 3 | $180.99 at Newegg as of November 3 |
| Fit style | In-ear buds | Listed as on-ear/over-ear hybrid |
| Water resistance | Not rated waterproof | Waterproof rated |
| Noise cancelling | Active noise cancelling | Active noise cancelling |
| Controls | Not listed with touch controls | Touch controls for tracks and calls |
| Microphone | Built-in mic for calls | Built-in mic for calls |
| Charging case | Included | Included |
| Use case | Sports | Sports, heavy exercise |
Price history
- LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds: lowest $207.00 on Oct 29.
- LG Tone Free Fit: lowest $180.99 on Oct 29.
Specs compared
| Spec | LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds | LG Tone Free Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Canceling | Yes | Yes |
| With Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Color | Black | Black |
| With Charging Case | Yes | Yes |
| Style | In-ear | On-ear |
| Wireless Type | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Use | Sports | Sports |
| Waterproof | — | Yes |
| With Touch Controls | — | Yes |
| Over-Ear | — | Yes |
What reviewers say
LG Tone Free Wireless Earbuds
Owners of LG Tone Free earbuds generally like the fit and the noise cancelling for the price class, and the UVnano case is a talking point. Complaints tend to focus on battery life with ANC on and on touch controls that misfire during workouts.
- Secure fit that stays in during runs
- Effective noise cancelling for the size
- UVnano case is seen as a useful extra
- Clear call quality with the built-in mic
- Battery drains faster with ANC enabled
- Touch controls can trigger by accident
- Case is bulkier than some rivals
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.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for running and gym workouts?
- The Tone Free Fit. It is rated waterproof and has touch controls, which matters when you sweat and cannot reach your phone. The Tone Free is in-ear but not rated waterproof.
- Is the Tone Free worth the extra $26?
- Only if you prefer in-ear buds. The Fit costs less and adds a waterproof rating and touch controls, so the Tone Free's main edge is its in-ear fit.
- Do both have noise cancelling?
- Yes. Both list active noise cancelling, a built-in mic and a charging case. Neither is rated better than the other on cancellation from the specs alone.
- Which lasts longer in sweaty conditions?
- The Tone Free Fit, because it carries a waterproof rating. The Tone Free has no water-resistance rating listed, so sweat and rain are a risk.
- Can I take calls on both?
- Yes. Both have a built-in microphone. The Fit adds touch controls so you can answer without pulling out your phone.
- Which fits better if I dislike on-ear headphones?
- The Tone Free. It is an in-ear design, while the Fit is listed as an on-ear/over-ear hybrid, which sits differently on the ear.