Decent battery life Snug fit Powerful bass

Bass can be overwhelming at times Crackly sound for some tracks Controls are fiddly when on the move

On the surface, the Urbanista Athens provide a solid experience for avid runners, with a snug fit and a decent battery life. However, in terms of sound quality, they're a slightly less appealing option than models like the Creative Outlier Golds at...

Tough shell is swim-proof ; Superb battery life ; Awesome noise isolation ; Pocket-friendly charging case

Weighty bass will be too strong for some ; No transparency mode

Rugged, punchy and packing plenty of charge – these are a whole lot of buds for your money