Finis SwiMP3

203 reviews

Nov, 2024

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usability (59)
sound (50)
performance (42)
portability (16)
durability (15)

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reliability (17)
price (12)
battery (4)
storage (2)
memory (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 203 reviews of Finis SwiMP3. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the size and portability are on the whole positive. The performance and sound are also mentioned favorably, but the storage and memory get negative reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Finis SwiMP3 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Finis SwiMP3

alaTest has collected and analyzed 40 user reviews of Finis SwiMP3 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviews about the durability and portability are overall positive. The performance and sound also get good feedback. Reviews about the battery and price are different. Many are negative about the size and memory.

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52% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Finis SwiMP3

alaTest has collected and analyzed 47 user reviews of Finis SwiMP3 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the durability and portability. The performance and sound are also appreciated. There are some mixed views about the price. Many are critical about the storage and size.

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87% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by (pcformat.co.uk)

Finis SwimP3 Surf

I think I love the SwimP3. As someone who enjoys the occasional 20 lengths in the local municipal pool, my problem with the activity is that it's dull as dishwater (if not quite the same colour). It's the one solo sport you could never use an MP3...

Great concept, Works well

Expensive

A novel idea, and that's worth a lot, although

Aug, 2007

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Expert review by : Randomus (myce.com)

Finis SwiMP3v2 MP3 Player Review

CDFreaks today reviews the Finis SwiMP3v2 MP3 player designed specifically for swimmers.

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by (channel5.com)

Finis SwiMP3

If sub aqua-sonics are what you're after, this MP3 player is waterproof and comes with a clip for easy attachment to a snorkelling mask. It also uses bone conduction technology to deliver clearer underwater audio. Finis SwiMP3 has no tags.

Mar, 2009

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Finis SwiMP3v2

This waterproof MP3 player is designed for athletes and pool loungers alike.

Works underwater. Attaches to swim goggles for stable fit. Tunes are easy to load.

Overpriced for 256MB of storage. Supports only MP3 and WMA audio files.

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Jul, 2008

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Expert review by : Jasmine France (cnet.com)

Finis SwiMP3

Swimming laps can be a drag, but the Finis SwiMP3 makes waves by bringing your favorite tunes to the pool. See if it's right for you.

Utilizes innovative bone-conduction audio technology; sounds fine underwater; allows swimmers to break up the splashy monotony with tunes; comes with its own goggles but can be used with other brands.

Expensive; placement of controls on the back of the head makes it difficult to operate; excessively loud if not placed directly against cheekbones; can cause nausea; doesn't include wall charger.

The SwiMP3 could add some fun to your swim routine, if you can afford it--just beware of potential nausea-inducing inner ear imbalance.

May, 2005

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Expert review by : Jasmine France (cnet.com.au)

Finis SwiMP3

Swimming laps can be a drag, but the Finis SwiMP3 makes waves by bringing your favorite tunes to the pool. See if it's right for you.

Expensive; placement of controls on the back of the head makes it difficult to operate; excessively loud if not placed directly against cheekbones; can cause nausea; doesn't include wall charger.

The SwiMP3 could add some fun to your swim routine, if you can afford it--just beware of potential nausea-inducing inner ear imbalance.

May, 2005

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Expert review by : Geoff Gasior (techreport.com)

Swimming laps with Finis' SwiMP3 player

Everyone has addictions. Some, like crack, heroin, cigarettes, and even coffee, are wrapped up in chemical dependencies. Others, such as the need to obsessively monitor Facebook, Twitter, or the goings on in World of Warcraft, seem more behavioral. ...

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by : Art Eyzaguirre (associatedcontent.com)

Finis SwiMP3 128 MB MP3 Player, a Review

In Depth Product Review of the Finis SwiMP3 128 MB MP3 Player.

Dec, 2008

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Expert review by : Consumer Guide (howstuffworks.com)

Finis SwiMP3 Review and Prices

The Finis SwiMP3 (model 1.30.013) is an ultra-compact gadget that lets you listen to your favorite music underwater. This unit is a waterproof MP3 player that dispenses with traditional earphones, relying instead on patented bone-conduction technology...

Listen to music underwater, 8-hour rechargeable battery life, simple drop-and-drag music downloads, iTunes-compatible

Requires goggles or swim mask, buttons are not intuitive and require a lot of practice

Nov, 2007

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Expert review by : Blaine Flamig (computerpoweruser.com)

Finis SwiMP3 v2

Take the price and measly amount of onboard memory momentarily out of the equation, and Finis' waterproof SwiMP3 v2 headphones possess at least three traits of interest to audio and water-sport enthusiasts, including any lap-counter seeking to break...

Finis’ patented technology essentially boils down to using two hard-plastic earpieces, or “paddles,” that rest against the cheek bones and transfer audio by vibrating the fluid in the inner ear. Four buttons on one paddle control track selection,...

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