Moondrop Pill Open Ear Headphones Bluetooth 6.0 OWS Hanging Earphones IPX4 Open Ear Clip Wireless Earbuds Built-in AI ENC MD-0WS-003 (Black)

I’ve been using these headphones daily for about a month now, and they’ve quickly become my favorite pair. I mostly use them to listen to videos, podcasts, and radio while doing stuff where I still want to be aware of what’s going on around me. Sound: This is my first pair of open-ear headphones, and the sound leakage really caught me by surprise. I saw a lot of reviews saying it was minimal, but people can definitely hear them a bit if they’re close, about a meter away at half volume and farther if it’s louder. It’s not a big deal for me since I usually don’t have people that close and rarely listen at high volume. Sound quality is great. They’re way better than my old Samsung Buds 2. The open-ear design makes the sound a bit quieter, but I still think it’s higher quality overall. Microphone / Calls: I never liked using headphones for calls before, but these totally changed my mind. Calls sound clear, and the mic works great when I talk at a normal volume. No complaints from the other party. So far, I’ve only used them indoors with regular background noise such as the TV, dishwasher, or people chatting at the other side f the room. Fit: They fit me perfectly, but someone else who tried them on found them too big. For me, they stay secure even when I’m running or jumping around. Battery Life: I usually wear them for about 4 to 5 hours a day, and the battery only drops to around 60 percent. I only need to recharge the case about once a week. App: The app’s pretty good too. So far, I’ve only used it to set up the headphone controls, but it seems well made. Overall: I’m really happy with these. Hopefully they hold up over time since I’ve seen a few reviews mentioning one earbud failing or breaking. I’ll update this review if that ever happens.

You get use it pinching your ear. I love/hate how the case spins as it can double as a fidget toy but the headphones can come off slightly in your pocket causing it connect to your device when you don't want it to. Besides that im surprised by the sound quality and battery life. Last about 7 hours give or take at medium to high volume

Wow! How are these **earbuds** just $49.99? I'm not overselling this—it's an absolute steal. These are easily some of the **best-sounding and most comfortable earbuds** I've ever used. The **Moondrop Pill** delivers excellent sound, is incredibly comfortable, and can genuinely be considered **audiophile-grade wireless earbuds**. I don't say that lightly, especially as a proud owner of numerous premium headphones and IEMs. The Moondrop Pill might be exactly what you're looking for if you want to bridge the gap between typical earbuds and superior audio. They're just that good! I recently bought other **open-ear earbuds** just to try out the trend. While they were all fairly decent, none quite fit what I was truly looking for. The **clip-on open-ear design** of the Moondrop Pill is perfect. They're comfortable and fit my small ears perfectly. They don't sit directly in your ear canal; instead, they rest just outside it, making them ideal for anyone with sensitive or narrow ear canals. The greatest benefit of this design is that it allows you to still hear **exterior sound**, which was crucial for me, as I need to be aware of my surroundings at work. The Moondrop Pill delivered on this. However, what other open-ear earbuds lacked, and what I desperately needed, was **great sound**—not just decent sound, but _great_ sound. I needed something that could truly deliver the impact of whatever genre of music I was listening to. And let me tell you, the Moondrop Pill does not disappoint in that department at all. The design is unique, especially the **case**, which is typical for Moondrop's wireless earbud options. I purchased the white variation, and the white/red capsule looks like a large pill. Its **clear, see-through aesthetic** is cool, and opening it is easy. I've had no problem carrying it in my pocket, though I'd be hesitant to put it in a pocket with keys, fearing they might scratch the capsule's surface. It's smooth and unobtrusive. A nifty feature allows you to charge either earbud in either slot of the case, which is a nice touch and convenient when you're in a hurry or just need a quick charge without fumbling to find the correct side. I was introduced to Moondrop through their IEMs, and they all had a specific tuning that suited the various genres I listen to. I listen to a mixed bag of everything: R&B, classical, classic rock, soul, and more. The **Moondrop Pill easily adapts to all of these genres** remarkably well. While the sound quality won't match a premium IEM or headphone, it performs extremely well for an open-ear earbud. The overall sound is **balanced, vocals are clear, and surprisingly for an open-ear clip-on earbud, the bass is really good**. I had no trouble getting a good bass response from these earbuds—much better than other open-ear options in this price range. I also found that it adapted the bass well to whatever type of music I was listening to. There's a **firmware update** available, at least from when I purchased it about a month ago. You can update by downloading the **Moondrop Link App**, where you can also **customize the EQ** of the Pill. Additionally, there's **PEQ support**, which is amazing for accessing shareable tunings from the community. Another interesting feature is the ability to enable **Multipoint**, allowing simultaneous Bluetooth use across at least two connected devices. At this price point, this deal is hard to pass up. If you're looking for **open-ear wireless earbuds** with **great sound, extreme comfort, and environmental awareness** due to their lack of sound isolation, the Moondrop Pill will be the perfect fit.

These stay connected a bit better than the other clip-on earbuds that I've tried, however battery life (actual playtime around 3.5hrs) is pretty short for a modern earbud. the biggest issue to me is very YMMV in that it is too small and pinches/squeezes (helix/antihelix) even at the smallest part of my ear. Sound is very source and EQ setting dependent, any volume under high gain is blocked out by ambient noise level, as there is next to no sound isolation, which is expected (to a degree) with the open-ear design, but exacerbated by the small size, resulting in improper fit. Better than the Baseus models for connectivity and app control, but lower volume and low-end Bass response. A little bigger size on the clip would help sound placement and fit. My last grip is regarding the touch controls, which are pretty awful (laggy, unresponsive, and hard to confirm); outside of pausing the sound, it is very difficult to do anything from the bud itself. Pretty disappointing overall as I really had to hold the clip closer to my ear to get decent sound. Sound out of the box isn't terrible and both the generic EQ presets and the multiband parametric DSP settings offer variety (if not great control).

They feel nice quality. Haven't had any problems. The connecting voice is a bit annoying though.

Love them.

The MOONDROP Pill clip-on earbuds are certainly a unique entry in the ever-evolving open-ear market. While they bring MOONDROP’s usual flair for design and affordability, the experience feels more lifestyle than audiophile. Design & Build Quality The build is solid for the price point, and the design is lightweight with a sleek aesthetic. I picked up the black pair, but the more colourful options arguably show off the look better. The clip mechanism feels sturdy without being uncomfortable. Ease of Use & Fit As a first-time clip-on earbud user, I found the fit unintuitive at first. I wasn’t sure whether to seat the bud deeper into the canal or leave it slightly outside. After some experimenting, I found a comfortable balance, but the learning curve may frustrate new users. Sound Quality Here’s where the Pill didn’t quite land for me. The soundstage felt a bit underwhelming, and while MOONDROP provides a decent EQ suite (including DSP community submissions and presets like Reference and Bass+), I personally couldn’t warm to the overall tuning. That said, MOONDROP has a reputation for solid sound in their IEMs, so different ears may have a better experience. Features & Tech The Pill includes ENC, which works reasonably well but won’t compete with higher-end solutions. The MOONDROP app is a highlight, offering firmware updates, EQ customisation, and community tunings. Controls are handled via touch sensors on the back of the clip — intuitive once you get used to them, though easy to mis-trigger. Battery Life & Charging Battery life is ample for day-to-day use, and the case feels solid enough for pocket carry. Charging is straightforward and reliable. Value for Money At this price, MOONDROP delivers a product that blends style with function. As an audiophile-grade device, it falls short — there are better-sounding alternatives around. But as a casual, open-ear lifestyle product, it holds its own. Verdict The MOONDROP Pill is an interesting take on open-ear listening, but not a perfect one. If you’re after convenience and a unique design, it may be worth a try. If sound quality is your top priority, you’ll likely find better options if you're willing to pay the premium they demand.

Looks cool indeed, but case opens in any bag, pocket by itself ALL THE TIME. Fit is ok. Soundwise i didnt find it better then heavily equalized BLOCK. Sure, more detailed, but i dont care much for detailisation. Its more sharp, couldnt get the grating out with eq. So weird fit, akward case 3 times more expensive and soundwise same if not worse. So goinf back to block. I was hoping i could get block but better sound.

This is my first time using open-ear earphones, so I’m not entirely sure if this is just how they’re supposed to sound. I may simply be too used to in-ear earphones, which makes the sound feel a bit weak by comparison. That said, I’d still give this a 4-star rating. If I had known beforehand that open-ear earphones generally sound like this, I probably would have thought twice before buying one. However, I do plan to keep these because I’ve found them genuinely useful in certain situations, especially when I need to stay aware of my surroundings. The price is also reasonable compared to similar products from other brands.