Boat an Indian electronics brand popularly known for its music accessories and now creating a place of its own in Smartwatches too. This airdopes is a recent release by the boat called as – boAt Airdopes 181 and in this article we will give a complete boAt Airdopes 181 Review, so stay tuned.
The boAt Airdopes 181 has uniquely flat-designed buds with a compact flat bowl-shaped case, totally unique from the previous ones. What makes it unique from the rest you ask? These airdopes come with the BEAST Mode and the ASAP charge feature giving you a ceaseless experience. We have also covered boat airdopes 161 pro review as well on our website.
What’s inside the box?
- boAt Airdopes 181
- “Read me before use” – card
- 1-year warranty card
- User manual
- 2 sets of Extra buds
- Charging cable
Boat Airdopes 181 Full Specifications
Brand | boAt |
Model | Airdopes 181 |
Connection | Wireless |
Microphone | Yes |
IPX Rating | IPX4 Sweat Resistance |
ASAP charge tech | Yes |
BEAST Mode | Yes |
IWP technology | Yes |
ENx technology | Yes |
Bluetooth version | v5.2 |
Playback-time | Up to 20 hours (case+airdopes), between 3.5 to 4 hours (per airdopes) – with full charge |
Charging Interface | C-Type |
Voice Assistants | Available, Google Assistant and Hey Siri |
Available colors | Cool Grey, Spirit White, Bold Blue, Carbon Black |
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Design and Build
The airdopes are crafted to give a slim and appealing look to the buds. Not just looks, but the design of the buds are very convenient to wear and no matter how much you run, jump, shake the buds will still be in your ears perfectly fine. The airdopes are really lightweight and weigh only 2.9g, which gives you super extra comfort, suitable for long-time use.
Talking about the case, it’s cute, compact, and can be carried in pockets which has a unique style. And the C-Type charging interface is at the bottom with tiny charging indicator light. Another fact about the case is the opening and closing of the case are smooth and great, also when the airdopes are in the case and even though you accidentally hold it upside down, dont worry they will still be in the case safely.
ENx Technology
boAt has always kept its standards and one among them is the ENx technology that gives a clean and clear transmission of sound during a call. But the boAt Airdopes 181 are not up to mark in this feature.
ASAP charge + Longlasting Battery life
Let’s now do a boat airdopes 181 review for playback time and charging. Waiting for your airdopes to charge full so you can use them for a long time, nope, this boAt Airdopes 181 will give you a straight of 90 mins playtime with just 10mins of charging, COOL right!
Well, to get its full advantages to power it up fully and you could enjoy for a long time, as it gives up to 20 hours of playback time with the case. Imagine gaming for hours, swapping and playing your playlist, having fun talks in the call, etc. you get to do everything with just a single charge.
The case has a 300mAh battery while the buds each have a 35 mAh battery. Having cool features like BEAST mode with 100 percent volume then you are expected to get around 9 to 10 hours of playtime, and without BEAST Mode and volume at 60 percent, then you get up to 11 to 12 hours playtime only (please note this information of playback time is for Case + Airdopes).
While per Airdopes only give between 3.5 to 4 hours of playtime with full charge.
Boat 181 Review of Connectivity
To help you enjoy a seamless and uninterrupted experience, they come with the latest Bluetooth v5.2, which delivers great quality audio every time you are connected to the airdopes. Also, the connectivity that these airdopes provide is remarkable.
IWP technology
One of the features that boAt airdopes never fail to have in any of their Airdopes is the latest IWP Technology also known as “Insta Wake Pair Technology”. This feature really works great as the connectivity speed after opening the case is really exceptional.
It’s now easy to connect your airdopes with your mobile, as all you have to do is open your case and you can find them connected, SIMPLE as it sounds.
Available Colors
The beauty and looks of the Airdopes are enhanced and made available in a range of four colors, like Bold Blue, Carbon Black, Cool Grey, and Spirit White. With the smooth glossy finish of the airdopes and the case, it does give a premium look to the product.
Sound quality: Boat Airdopes 181 Review
boAt is world-renowned for this feature and keeps its standard quality of music always at the top. Just like the rest of the recent Airdopes released, these airdopes come with 10mm drivers that shine with the bass effects and captivating audio. Plug them on and start vibing.
However, the bass effect in this airdopes is expected to be decent, also under such a price, it’s a great deal for sure.
Crisp clear sounds with the BEAST Mode
One of the features that every gamer looks for in any Airdopes is the BEAST Mode. What’s so great about this? Imagine yourself in a game in an intense battle scene, as every move, every sound matters. Here, with the BEAST Mode, even the minute sounds like the bullet shot, slight footsteps movement can be heard effortlessly.
It reduces the latency to 60ms and keeps your audio and video in sync, to make sure you get a breathtaking experience. Just plug them up and get into your Beast mode with the boAt Airdopes 181 BEAST Mode.
Water Protection Review of Boat 181 TWS Earbuds
Being protected by the IPX4 Sweat Resistance, you dont have to think twice about using these Airdopes as they will be completely fine and by your side.
Touch Response
Talking about its response to touch is simply great and easy too. The AI Assistants like Google Assistant and Hey Siri can be summoned with just a touch.
You get to control your playlist with just the tips of your fingers, all you have to do is double touch to change and a single touch to stop. Not just music but manage your calls too, single touch to answer and double touch to reject or cut the call, IMPRESSIVE right!
To make it even easier let’s check out the Pros and Cons of boAt Airdopes 181 Review
Conclusion: Boat Airdopes 181 Review
This boAt Airdoepes 181 is notable and recommended for normal or mid-range users who watch web series, games for a while, listening music, and few hours outdoor. To describe it in a simple way, the sound quality and comfort to wear are extraordinary, the lightweight feature makes it perfect for both indoor and outdoor. Amazing features under such budget, YES! you can surely go for it.
But if you are a gamer and looking for some serious type of airdopes for your gaming then you could try the boAt Airdopes 141 or the boAt Airdopes 641, which are slightly up the current budget but it surely meets all your requirements.
After going through the entire details with a complete description and experienced information, this might help you to choose if this is the one you have been looking for.
FAQs: Boat Airdopes 181 Review
Are the Airdopes 181 waterproof?
The boAt Airdopes 181 have an IPX4 water resistance rating. This means they can withstand sweat and light rain, but should not be submerged in water.
What do I do if one of my earbuds stops working?
Troubleshooting steps: Place both earbuds back in the case and charge them.
Remove them from the case and try to pair them again.
Check for any dirt or blockage in the earbud’s charging contacts.
If these steps don’t work, refer to boAt’s support website or contact their customer service.