CONCLUSION

   The best possible sound comes from the best fit, that's what BlueAnt says about the PUMP HD Sportbuds and since they've also used their latest Energize HD technology naturally we had high hopes about them. Unfortunately much like the SPORT Wireless+ by Jabra once again we came to the conclusion that you can't possibly expect excellent sound from a pair of wireless Sportbuds. So although the PUMP HD produce good mids with even better highs they lack bass and by that i mean they really lack bass so during the 2 months I’ve used them i don't recall ever listening to anything resembling bass even with bass-rich audio. Of course the PUMP HD Sportbuds are not ment to be used on a daily basis and for long so they are mostly ment as a secondary set one which you will use only when you need the extra stability these offer and since i never had to use the extra stabilizers i really doubt anyone would have a problem with that. The IP67 enclosure also works as advertised since submerging the PUMP HD into a tall glass filled with water didn't affect it in any way. Moving the battery life well things here are less clear since although according to BlueAnt you have up to 8 hours of continuous use i hardly recorded roughly over 6 but at high volume levels so their estimate is probably on the spot at default/normal levels.

   At launch roughly a year ago the PUMP HD Sportbuds retailed for USD129/129Euros a price tag which i can't say I’d ever consider for this particular device even though it scores very good overall. That's not the case however now since currently you can find them at USD69.99 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and for 90Euros inside the EU (Amazon.co.uk). So are the PUMP HD Sportbuds even worth their current price tag? Well we all agree that it wouldn't hurt if BlueAnt was to bring down the prices inside the EU some more but even now the PUMP HD Sportbuds are quite affordable so unless you like listening to bass-rich content we really see nothing wrong with them. They produce good sound (minus the bass), feature IP67 rugged waterproof enclosures, Bluetooth v3.0 connectivity and a rechargeable battery that gives them up to 8 hours of life. Ontop of all these add the fact that they are available in 3 different color combinations (see the above picture) and you've got yourself a very good product that has a valid target audience which is also why it gets our Golden Award.

PROS

- Design
- Rugged (IP67 Certified)
- Stability
- Stereo
- Bluetooth v3.0
- Battery Life (Up To 8 Continuous Hours)
- Current Price
- Bundle
- Available In 3 Color Combinations

CONS

- Bulky
- Lack Of Bass