As someone whose earbuds constantly escape my ears like rebellious teenagers, the EARBUDi’s bendable loops felt like a revelation. I twisted them into weird angles, shoved them in, and—miracle!—they stayed put during my chaotic morning jog. No more doing the 'earbud shuffle' mid-stride.

The sound? Decent for podcasts and Zoom calls, but don’t expect concert-hall bass. The mic, though… let’s just say my coworker now knows exactly when my espresso machine is screaming. Great for solo listening, less so for calls in noisy cafes.

USB-C compatibility saved me from dongle purgatory with my new phone, but iPhone 13 owners—check your ports before celebrating. And if your ears are on the larger side, the snug fit might feel more like an ear invasion.

For $20? They’re the gym bag heroes I didn’t know I needed—flawed but fiercely loyal stayers-in-place.