Monster wireless earbuds Bluetooth 5.0

If you want earbuds for workouts and everyday listening, these put call controls and a water-resistant design in a compact true wireless format. They’re aimed at people who want more than basic playback, without a long list of setup steps.

The first Bluetooth pairing is followed by one-step pairing when Bluetooth is on. That’s handy when you’re heading out and don’t want to repeat the connection process.

If you prioritize quick controls and a choice of ear tips, these have a practical set of features, if you prefer detailed proof of water protection or clearly documented fit measurements, the listing leaves questions unanswered.

Where it shines

Monster describes the AirLinks as having Bluetooth 5.0, a built-in microphone and a multi-function button for calls, music and volume. You can use one earbud or both for calls, and, after connecting your phone, double-click the button to access its voice assistant. That makes them useful when you’re walking or exercising and would rather not handle your phone for every small adjustment.

The listing also highlights a quick-charge feature: ten minutes of charging is said to provide 120 minutes of playback. A single charge is listed as offering more than 260 minutes of continuous play, while the charging case can extend that to 1440 minutes. These figures may help if you often forget to charge ahead of time, though the listing doesn’t give further context about how playback conditions affect them.

Key points

Monster describes the sound as bass-forward, with clearer mid and high frequencies and a wider sound stage. Those are product claims rather than independent listening results, so treat them as a guide to the intended sound, not a guarantee of how your music will come across. The built-in microphone is intended for calls, including in noisy surroundings, but there’s no call-quality measurement to help judge performance in a busy gym or outdoors.

In the box, the listing specifies three pairs of SportClips and three pairs of ear tips in sizes S, M and L. That gives you some room to adjust the fit before a run or workout. The design is described as water-resistant, but no protection rating or exposure limit is provided. Based on the listing, it’s sensible to consider them for exercise, but not to assume they’re suitable for swimming or heavy water exposure.

Best use cases

Picture starting a workout, selecting a comfortable tip, then using the button to pause music or take a call without pulling out your phone. The case and short-charge claim also suit days when you use earbuds in bursts rather than sitting through a long listening session. For someone moving up from basic wired headphones, the wireless pairing and controls may be the main draw, a more demanding listener who needs a documented water rating or detailed sound specifications may prefer a product with those details stated clearly.

It makes sense if you want true wireless earbuds for general listening, exercise and occasional calls, and the listed tip choices are useful to you. It won’t suit you if you need confirmed protection for a specific level of water exposure, or if a detailed fit and audio specification is essential before buying.

To wrap up

The AirLinks focus on everyday convenience: Bluetooth 5.0, button controls, one- or two-earbud calls, multiple tip options and a quick-charge claim. Their main drawback is a lack of detail around water resistance, fit beyond the included sizes, and how the stated sound profile performs in real listening. Choose them for straightforward wireless use and gym sessions where a water-resistance rating isn’t a deciding requirement, look elsewhere if you need that protection level clearly specified.