The truke TruClips are a huge step forward in the Open Wireless Stereo (OWS) concept, intended for customers who prefer an open listening experience over standard in-ear tips. These earphones are priced at Rs 1,999 and have a premium look. We have been using them for a while, and this is our review of these earbuds.
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Design and Build Quality
For the review, we received the Mint Mist colour version of the truke TruClips. It features a unique pastel look that sets it apart from the typical black and white options available. Additionally, it highlights the emphasis on lifestyle design, presenting the earbuds as a fashion accessory rather than just technology. This is accentuated by the monochromatic style, where the matching mint-colored leather wrap and plastic chassis create a coordinated colour scheme.
Additionally, the faux-leather texture and the inner plastic tray help bolster the unified mint look and give the whole aesthetic a clean and attractive look. One of the highlights of the design is the Flex Leather, which enhances the earphones’ visual appeal and provides a matte, high-friction grip. This is a particularly great feature, as it prevents slipping and keeps the earphones in place even when the hands are sweaty.
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The equipment is prone to picking up dust and dirt. The lighter colour means it may scuff and turn grey when stored next to other objects, such as keys or pens. Also, brighter colours tend to show wear and tear faster than darker colours.
The solid hinge mechanism of the truke TruClips case gives an excellent and secure seal without any wobbling, thus confirming its sturdy build. The casing has a magnetic open-close mechanism that makes a satisfying snap and improves usability by reducing the likelihood of inadvertent openings. Additionally, the snug fit of the hinge, along with the Flex Leather surface, gives a tactile experience, implying longevity and high-quality engineering in its design.
Truke can afford to include a high-quality, tight and magnetic hinge in their product at an inexpensive price range. This is an accomplishment for Truke since manufacturers compromise on the quality of the hinges to save some bucks.
The earphones have a unique dual-tone design with two different surface finishes. The main speaker housing is accentuated with a glossy metallic accent that adds to its polished, reflecting look and improves the overall visual attractiveness of the earphones. The C-bridge between the speaker and the battery and control unit, however, is made of soft-touch matte silicone.
This material selection provides the necessary friction to prevent sliding while remaining comfortable against the skin, enhancing the wearer’s experience. The silicone bridge is highly flexible and is marketed as able to withstand thousands of bends before breaking. However, because it is light in tone, it may feel sticky if not cleaned frequently with a moist cloth. It may also collect skin oils and sweat over time owing to skin contact.
For females, it can be worn as an accessory. The flexible bridge resembles a clip-on earring, which may suit those who find standard earphones too bulky. This new design provides a secure fit and is appropriate for light activities such as walking or desk work. It is essential to note, however, that the clip is firmly tensioned and may be uncomfortable. People with thicker ear cartilage might experience some pinching, whereas those with thinner ears may find the fit too loose, potentially impacting sound quality. Additionally, users need to adjust to this design and accurately position the speaker in their ear canal to achieve optimal sound performance.
Sound Performance
Sound quality is essential, as these earbuds compensate for their design not being completely inserted in the ear. So let’s first talk about the sound quality, and then we will go on to the quad-mic setup performance.
TruClips have customised 12mm drivers that provide a 360-degree spatial soundstage for a superior audio experience. The drivers provide decent clarity in the mids and highs, with voices and podcast audio being crisp and clear regardless of any background noise. But there is a difference in the bass response due to the smaller driver size. You can definitely feel the beat, but the deep sub-bass that is often preferred for hip-hop, EDM, etc, is significantly missing when compared to bigger drivers.
TruClips are engineered to provide an immersive audio experience that seems like it surrounds your head, rather than sound being projected straight into your ear canal. The spatial audio capabilities come at a cheap price, but they can also add artificial reverb. The sound is a little distorted, especially when playing high-fidelity music songs.
For optimal sound quality, set the volume between 60% and 80%, as volumes above 80% tend to leak significantly. This leak occurs because of the high sound projection, making it easy for others nearby to recognise the music. Overall, the TruClips do a very good job of presenting vocals clearly and providing an airy soundstage, but if you’re someone who likes a lot of bass, you may be disappointed. Also, the spatial effects may not be as effective depending on the quality of the music you’re playing.
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With Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) and an effective quad-microphone array, the TruClips are a perfect choice as a lifestyle accessory as well as a functional work tool. They are open-ear buds that are particularly designed to capture clear voice communication while filtering out background noise. In a quiet area such as a home office, the quad-mic system isolates your voice for natural and clean call audio.
The design optimises microphone positioning to reduce wind interference; thus, the TruClips are well-suited to walking or gentle running. Each earbud has two microphones for triangulating speech, a significant step up from the single-microphone setups you’ll find on lower-end models. But in crowded places, the ENC function may over-filter the background noise, which can make voices seem robotic or like they’re coming from underwater.
Another thing to consider is the placement of the microphone on the ear clips; sometimes it can accidentally pick up more surrounding conversations than traditional earbuds. Also, users may have to crank up the volume, however, to hear calls over surrounding noise. This condition may lead to sound leakage concerns, and others around may be able to hear the conversation.
The battery life of the truke TruClips is rather good, with a total of 55 hours of playing, including the charging case. The earphones alone last for 8 to 10 hours on a single charge, depending on the volume level. This makes them perfect for long usage, allowing for 4 to 5 days of listening without the need to recharge.
Users should note that activating Gaming Mode with 40ms low latency or playing at high levels (90-100%) can cut the playback time to around 40-45 hours. The earbuds feature a quick USB Type-C charging option, where a 10-minute charge provides approximately 2 hours of use. This is particularly handy in emergencies when you’re in a hurry, like heading to the gym or a meeting. However, the charging case itself takes a usual amount of time to fully recharge, as opposed to the fast charging feature of the earbuds.
The audio device uses Bluetooth 5.4 technology and can connect to two devices at once, for example, a laptop and a smartphone; however, you may notice a slight delay of 1–2 seconds when switching between devices. The device also offers one-step pairing, which results in an almost immediate connection after the first setup.
The gadget works consistently up to a distance of about 10 metres; however, physical obstructions may cause audio stuttering, which is to say that thick walls or other obstacles can impact performance.
The touch zones are on the outer part of the speaker, equipped with highly sensitive sensors that detect light touches. This creates a more user-friendly experience by reducing discomfort from hard taps. It’s more convenient to use, supporting functions like play/pause, track skipping, call management, and voice assistant activation. However, a significant issue is accidental touches. When adjusting the speaker clips, we often unintentionally activate the touch sensors, leading to disruptions such as hanging up calls or stopping music.
Speaking of gaming, the Truke TruClips can achieve a good audio-visual sync latency of 40ms, making them suitable for casual gaming and watching YouTube videos as well. But the open ear design is a drawback. This construction, in particular, affects the accuracy of directional audio, particularly when compared to sealed noise-cancelling earphones, which generally deliver a more immersive and precise sound experience required for competitive gameplay.
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Truke doesn’t have an official app to remap touch controls on its TruClips, which might be a huge turnoff for individuals who love customisation. There’s no accompanying app, so you can’t tinker with settings like the EQ or remap the preset commands. This may cause frustrations.
Verdict
For those prioritising long-term comfort and situational awareness over bass performance, Truke TruClips are the ideal choice. Priced at Rs 1,999, they offer a stylish look at an affordable price. The earbuds feature a chic mint mist design and a beautiful flex leather case, which is durable and equipped with a secure magnetic hinge. The clip-on style enhances comfort, reduces ear fatigue, and stays in place during moderate activity. Additionally, they include modern features such as dual pairing, Bluetooth 5.4, and an impressive 55-hour battery life.
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While these earbuds have some great features, there are a few things to keep in mind. The emphasis on sound clarity might not satisfy bass enthusiasts, and at high volumes, sound leakage can be quite noticeable. The touch controls are a bit delicate and might be triggered accidentally, and the open-ear design isn’t ideal in noisy environments. Overall, these earbuds are perfect for professionals and students who enjoy podcasts or light music, but they might not be the best choice for those who love bass-heavy sounds or need earbud isolation.
You can buy them via Amazon.
Pros
- Clip-on style
- Flex leather case
- The case hinge is robust and magnetic.
- 55 hours of total playtime
- Fast charging
Cons
- Sound leakage
- Sensitive to accidental touches
- No app support for customisation
