Top 10 Best Bluetooth Beanies in 2018

What if you could keep your head warm and listen to music at the same time? With zero dangling wires no less! Let us introduce a most innovative piece of clothing that doubles as headsets! We are talking about Beanie hats with built-in speakers and microphones.

Soundbot is a well-known name in the world of high quality, affordable Bluetooth speakers and headphones. This Bluetooth beanie of theirs is no exception. It has high-performance stereo loudspeakers that provide you with loud HD music. This is an essential perk for the music lovers who appreciate every tiny detail in songs.

The speakers feature advanced digital sound that maintains balanced deep bass along with dynamic mid-range and crystal-clear high notes. Only if you crank up the volume to the maximum level, others around you might hear the sound faintly. That is if your surrounding is very quiet.

We are happy to report that its connectivity is great. It connects quickly to any device that supports Bluetooth with no trouble at all. Bluetooth version 4 has been used in this beanie. The control panel is intuitive and easy to use with only three buttons. The panel goes over one ear and looks discreet enough so that people will not understand what they are looking at. If you want to stealthily listen to a podcast or music then you might want to check this one out.

We were also impressed by its battery life. Its 100 mAh Li-Polymer rechargeable battery can go on for about 7 hours of talking and plays music for 5 hours straight. It takes about two hours to charge with included Micro USB cable. The beanie itself is super warm because it is made with a blend of acrylic and polyester fabric. The electronics are quickly removable because they are secured with zipper and Velcro tape. Another thing worth mentioning is that the beanies are ribbed and fit snug and tight.

Zibaar Bluetooth beanie is great for listening to music or receive calls hands-free without needing any earbuds. Which saves the wearer from the trouble of losing those and aching ears. The electronics inside are very reliable. It works fine even in extremely cold weather where batteries tend to suffer. You can charge it using the charging cable the manufacturer provides with the beanie. Once it is fully charged, you can use it for four to five hours.

It charges fairly quickly. It takes only an hour to charge which is excellent compared to its competitors. It is also designed to be protected from over-current, overcharge and overheated circuit. The built-in speakers are stereo speakers. There is one per ear. Their performance is great considering the price point. You can hear the high notes and lower sounds distinctly.

You need to take the speakers out before washing the beanie. Keep in mind that they take considerably long time to dry after a wash. But more on the headset, it comes with a microphone that you can use for answering calls hands-free. We could not talk about this one without mentioning the designs.

The beanie looks and feels nice-quality. Their design is great for both men and women. We especially love the color of BB22 Mix Blue since it would virtually go with any skin tone or hair color. Overall, despite being lower-end, Zibaar Bluetooth hats are quality made and has all the essential features we could ask for.

Mydeal has designed their Bluetooth hats to be worn with comfort. The hats have built-in Bluetooth stereo speakers. This allows you to keep your head from growing cold and listen to music at the same time. The headset also features a microphone that you can use for hands-free calling. This would be the perfect gift for your boss or a relative who loves to groove to music while jogging or working.

Mydeal has a selection of stylish Bluetooth hats. Their hats are simultaneously lightweight and warm. The dimension of this hat ensures that they fit most head sizes. Some of their caps are very masculine and some feminine. The speakers can be manipulated by the control module. It is a two-inch square. It might look like a patch to someone who’s not paying close attention. It has a button for turning it on and off plus answering calls and two to change songs.

This takes two and a half hours to charge and works continuously for six hours. It retains the charge for sixty hours on standby. The manufacturer includes instructions for pairing it with devices. It is fairly easy once you get the hang of it. Please remember that the Bluetooth range is 33 feet- uninterrupted. That is, basically if there is something between you and your phone, the sound can cut off a little. The beanie is well-made with acrylic fabric. The inside is not fleece lined but still sufficiently warm.

Qshell has yet another Stylish and efficient Bluetooth beanie hat to offer. It is perfect to wear out in cold weather. You can listen to podcasts or music with the built-in Bluetooth speakers while wearing the hat. The speakers are secured underneath the lining. They are easily removable if you want to give the hat a wash. The module also specializes in hands-free calls. You can just press the on/off button and answer calls.

The calls can be heard loud and clear. Although, it might seem like you are talking to yourself. Other than that, it is a great feature to make use of. Especially if you don’t want to get your hands cold. The sound of Qshell Bluetooth beanies is really good. It is loud enough to hear in outside noise but the sound gets absorbed in the hat so it’s not audible from outside.

As the brand advertises, the battery life is good. You can charge the device with the USB charging cable that’s included with the beanie. It will run for about six hours after that. This hat pairs very quickly with iPhones. It is compatible with any other device that supports Bluetooth as well. The manufacturer included an instruction manual with the beanie. You can use that if you are having trouble pairing it with your phone or manipulating the controls.

The beanies are sure to appeal to your inner indie side. The designs are very earthly, with muted and blended colors. They also have a black-yellow stripped style for the bumblebee lovers out there. The hat is lined with polar fleece on the inside so you will not any problem wearing it in severe cold days.

Moretek Bluetooth caps feature an ergonomic design. They provide you with a cap with Bluetooth speakers which go over your ears when you put the cap on. There is no need to wear any additional headphones since the sound comes out of little cuts on the fabric that covers the speakers.

The sound quality is good. It’s sufficiently loud to listen to music when you’re working out, dog walking or have to work outside in general. Although the company advertises it as washable, there is no way to naturally get the speakers out from the hat. You can probably take them out by cutting it but then you will have to attach zippers to keep them in. So, we would say it’s better not to wash them.

The Bluetooth connection is alright but not excellent. It might crackle occasionally if you are a little out of range. The battery life is great. It holds battery for about six hours just like its better peers. The main advantage of this hat is that it is great value for money. It includes a complete charging unit, not just a USB cable, with the package. You can charge it directly from a socket without having to turn your computer on.

Gauger Bluetooth beanie offers a big knitted hat with stereo speakers and microphone. The hat is large enough to perfectly fit over big messy buns. It is floppy on top if you don’t do buns. It keeps you toasty and comfortable. Back to the speakers, the sound quality of this beanie is fantastic. We appreciate it more for being affordable yet coming through with crisp and loud music.

The earphones are installed in the little bag sewed inside the beanie. There is one speaker for each ear. The electronics might seem too bulky to some. We can’t really complain here since it’s so affordable. It takes about two hours to charge. It has a rechargeable battery. The battery life is four hours. Note that there is no need to change batteries frequently since you can recharge is for a long time.

It is very easy to sync with phones. Bluetooth range is also good. The good thing about the mic is that it’s compact. There will be no visible mic on your face. The calls are crystal clear. One noteworthy thing is that the control panel is not discrete. It is bright blue and clearly has ‘music hat’ written on it. We wouldn’t wear this to jobs where listening to music is not allowed.

The Tenergy Bluetooth beanie has the most advanced Bluetooth technology. It pairs with smartphones very easily and fast. The connection is stable and reliable to wear during skiing, snowboarding, running, working out or holiday travel. It has a built-in microphone that can be used for answering calls hands-free. The calls can be clearly heard through the fabric of the beanie.

The music is also surprisingly great. The bass is really good for the size of this speaker. The battery is rechargeable and long-lasting. There are bright indicator lights that turn on when your battery is charging. We really like this since there is no confusion if the device is charging or not.

We think this one is geared towards teens. They come in fun and bright colors and knitted in braided cable style. Of course, it is also suitable for anyone else. The hat is washable after taking out the speakers and mic, which is easy to do. The controls are also very responsive. It is fleece lined so there is no need to worry about warmth.

TOPPLE’s Bluetooth beanies are double knitted with integrated portable Bluetooth headphones. They keep you warm and lets you enjoy music in the cold without any wires. The dynamic stereo headphones provide HD clear sound. The sound quality of music is CD like. Moreover, you can hear phone calls unobstructed thanks to it’s CVC noise cancellation technology. This is our favorite feature since it can get really tricky to hear calls in noisy places.

Its super long runtime is also a great perk. It plays music for up to 8 hours continuously. The charging time is only one and a half hours, which is a lot less than some of its competitors. The speakers are nicely secured with zippered pouches. They are easy to remove and stay put when inside.

The control module can be used to turn the volume up and down, answer calls and to change songs. It responds quickly and is easy to reach. The material of the beanie does not shrink after washing. There is an eighteen-month warranty period so you can contact the seller if anything goes wrong. This beanie has all the best features we want in a Bluetooth beanie and then some. Needless to say, it is one of our most favorite picks.

Things to Consider Before Buying Bluetooth Beanies

Bluetooth Beanies are an amazing fusion of clothing and technology. They keep your head warm and simultaneously provide you with music – without needing any earbuds. You can listen to music and answer calls with the Bluetooth beanies. Moreover, you can ignore the outside world in a public transport or give your steps a new spring with music while working out.

One of the best features of these beanies is that they are completely wireless. Another great thing is that your headphones would not dig into your ears from the pressure of your beanie since they just have little holes that work as speakers. Do not worry about someone else hearing in on your business - the sound of your music does not get out!

We have listed everything you need to consider before investing in a good Bluetooth beanie below:

1. Audio Quality

First and foremost, you need to consider how good the sound quality of your Bluetooth beanie is. If you are used to listening to high-quality audio then your choice of Bluetooth-beanie should have that advantage. Why sacrifice your user-experience for comfort? Some Bluetooth components offer more high-definition stereo speakers than others.

For example – The sound quality of GUGER Beanie’s speakers are excellent.

2. Connectivity

The beanies come with Bluetooth versions V4.1+EDR, V4.2 and CSR V4.0&EDR. Be sure to check which one of those versions is most compatible with your devices.

Some of the beanies have been found having trouble connecting to certain devices. To avoid such instances, try to make sure you are buying the one which will work best for you.

3. Controlling options

All of the Bluetooth beanies have the control panel over one ear. Most of them have the common command prompts – skip back and forth of your playlist and answering calls and ending calls. Most of the beanies have hands-free call option so you won’t need to get your phones out to answer or hang up calls.

Zibaar Bluetooth Beanie gives you the most options in this arena. You can turn up or down the volume, play or Pause music and activate or deactivate SIRI on iOS devices along with the usual control prompts.

4. Battery 

One of the crucial features of these beanies is the battery life. Our selected Bluetooth beanies have 3.7V/120mA li-polymer, 100 mAh Li-polymer, 3.7V 100mAh Li-polymer Battery, 3.7V/180mA li-polymer, 3.7V/200mA, LiPO 3.7 V 130 mAh.

The batteries drain differently for listening to music or talking. On average they can be used for 4 to 8 hours on one charge. The hats will drain charge very slowly if they are kept on standby. This particular time varies from thirty hours to about one hundred hours on different hats.

5. charging options

Most of the Bluetooth beanies come with USB cables to charge them. You can charge them on your computer or use an adapter to connect the cable and charge them on regular sockets.

Moretek includes an adapter along with the USB cable. SO, it is the easiest one to charge. You can just plug it on a regular socket. Charging the Bluetooth beanies can take from sixty minutes to up to two and a half hours.

6. Design/Style

The design is also a very important thing to consider. You might not want to splurge on a hat to find that it doesn't go with your wardrobe at all! Luckily, The Bluetooth beanies come in a multitude of different shapes, sizes, and colors.

Rotibox Bluetooth hat alone comes in more than 40 colors and patterns. My personal favorite is the green and blue blended Qshell beanie with a little bobble on top. That one definitely speaks to my inner artist.

Not only colors, the materials matter too. Some hats are specifically made to wear in extreme cold and some are for less cold areas. You can find some hats with the top of the heads open. There is one made in the style of a sleeping mask. There is a lot to choose from.

7. Warranty

Before buying your hat one thing you must consider is the warranty. It there is any problem with your hat you need to have the seller fix it for you. There are some brands that offer great customer care service. Some sellers would exchange your beanie with a new one should any problem arise.

Be very sure to check the warranty and/or exchange policy the company is offering. If it is not directly mentioned in the product information, contact the seller or manufacturer before buying the hat.

8. Washing options

Almost all the brands expressly say that their beanies are washable. Please keep in mind that the built-in machinery is not waterproof. You have to take them out before washing the hat.

Good news is that the speakers are very easy to remove and re-install. Some of them are secured with zippers or a kept in a pouch for easy removal.

Also, be sure to check that the material will not shrink after washing.

9. Longevity

Most Bluetooth hats come with at least a one year warranty and there are some with two-year warranties. So, you can expect at least one year’s use out of them. Ultimately, they should go a long time after that. Again, high-end beanies might be longer lasting than cheaper ones.

10. Comfort

Last but not the least, your comfort should be a priority while selecting your hat. The hats are made of acrylic, lycra or a mix of acrylic and polyester fabrics. Some brands do not specify what material is used to make the beanies, if that is the case, you can ask the manufacturer.

You should also keep in mind that the sizes are called "One size fits most”. It is natural to have a bigger or smaller head than average. You should check the dimensions of the beanies in that case.

Final Verdict

Most important things to check before buying a Bluetooth beanie are the audio performance, quality of the material and the design. After that, you should consider how long they might last you and if you will get what you will be paying for.

If you are still not sure which would be best for you - we suggest taking notes from the previous section. Maybe create a little list of features that are important to you. The beanie with most ticks would be the perfect match.