Edifier LolliClip Review: Ambitious Clips On Earbuds That Care About How You Feel

Edifier LolliClip Review

Among the clip-on earbuds I’ve reviewed at Serious Insights—like the Soundcore AeroClip, the SoundPEATS PearlClip Pro, and the C40i—the Edifier LolliClip stands out for its ambition. The AeroClip delivered strong sound and a comfortable, secure fit, while the PearlClip Pro impressed with value and simplicity at a lower price. Each of those products leaned into the open-ear design for awareness and comfort, but they often fell short when it came to more advanced features or refined companion software.

The Edifier LolliClip arrives with a different attitude. Edifier isn’t just following the clip-on trend—they’re trying to redefine it. With LDAC support, adaptive ANC, and built-in biometric sensors, the LolliClip doesn’t feel like a stripped-down lifestyle device. It feels like a fully realized wearable—an audio platform that also wants to know how you’re feeling. At $129, it sits just above the AeroClip, and well above the PearlClip Pro, but the price reflects the extras. This isn’t a product designed to do one thing well—it’s aiming to do a lot, and for the most part, it delivers.

Edifier LolliClip Specifications

Feature	Specification
Design	Open-ear, clip-on true wireless earbuds
Driver Size	13 mm dynamic driver
Audio Codec Support	SBC, AAC, LDAC
ANC	Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation
Microphones	2 per earbud (for calls and ANC)
Battery Life (Earbuds)	Up to 9 hours (with ANC off)
Battery Life (Total)	Up to 39 hours with charging case
Charging Time	1.5 hours (earbuds); 2 hours (case via USB-C)
Quick Charge	15 minutes = ~3 hours playback
Health Monitoring	Heart rate and SpO₂ sensor
Water/Dust Resistance	IP56
Weight	~7 grams (0.25 oz) per earbud
Connectivity	Bluetooth 5.4
Bluetooth Range	Up to 10 meters (33 feet)
Touch Controls	Double and triple tap only (no volume or swipe gestures)
App Support	Edifier ConneX (iOS/Android)
Spatial Audio	Basic mode with head-tracking
EQ Options	5 presets (Classic, Bass Boost, Treble, Vocal, Spatial)
Wear Detection	Yes
Charging Port	USB-C
Color Options	Black, White
Price	MSRP $129.99 USD

What we like

Pros

• Impressive sound quality for open-ear design
• Adaptive ANC inclusion
• Heart rate & SpO₂ monitoring
• Comfortable, secure clip-on design
• Long battery life (9 h buds / ~39 h with case)
• IP56 rating for water/dust resistance

The Edifier LolliClip delivers audio quality that’s surprisingly rich for an open-ear design. The 13 mm dynamic drivers, tuned with support for LDAC high-resolution wireless audio, produce crisp mids and clean highs, with enough low-end response to make music feel full, if not immersive. Though LDAC is only available for those with full stack LDAC audio delivery. For an open-ear product, that balance is difficult to achieve—yet Edifier pulls it off well across most genres, from jazz and acoustic to electronic.

At $129.99, they offer a performance that punches well above the price bracket, particularly when many other open-ear designs lean toward thinner or hollower profiles. I really like the audio on everything from my favorite quiet tune, Hamilton’s “It’s Quiet Uptown, “ to the sassier and brasher beats of Dua Lipa or Sabrina Carpenter.

One thing that’s hard to pull off when it comes to quiet is adaptive noise cancellation in an open-ear product isn’t just rare—it’s a calculated risk. Open designs inherently let in sound, so ANC must focus on selective suppression rather than total isolation. Edifier’s implementation doesn’t compete with sealed earbuds, but it does reduce ambient distractions like wind and soft conversations, especially in office or urban settings. The ANC can be toggled through the app or onboard gestures, and it adapts modestly to your environment, shifting subtly rather than dramatically. For those who want a level of environmental filtering without blocking the world entirely, it’s an interesting compromise.

What sets the Edifier LolliClip apart from most earbuds, open or sealed, is its biometric tracking. Built-in sensors measure heart rate and blood oxygen levels, feeding data into Edifier’s ConneX app. While this won’t replace a smartwatch or medical-grade device, readings are consistent within a few points of wearables like the Fitbit Charge or Apple Watch. During activity, users can track heart rate zones and see real-time feedback without another device. For wellness-focused users, this integration turns the LolliClip into more than a listening tool—it becomes part of a lightweight personal health kit.

Comfort, especially in open-ear formats, is often either overstated or underappreciated. Edifier’s clip-on approach sidesteps both extremes. The Edifier LolliClip’s flexible silicone arms loop gently but securely over the ear, allowing the buds to hover in place without pressure on the ear canal. At 7 grams per earbud, weight is barely perceptible, and users report multi-hour wear with no discomfort. Whether walking, running, or working at a desk, the design stays stable and non-intrusive—ideal for people who dislike the sensation of in-ear tips or heavy over-ears.

Battery life is another impressive Edifier LolliClip feature. On a full charge, the LolliClip runs around nine hours—already impressive for such a small device. With the charging case, the total extends to approximately 39 hours, putting it among the best in class. Quick charge support adds to the utility: a 15-minute top-up provides about three hours of playback, making it practical for commuting or impromptu workouts. Compared to the 4–6 hour averages seen in many earbuds, Edifier’s extended battery profile makes the LolliClip feel more like a daily companion than a product you constantly worry about charging.

Finally, the IP56 water and dust resistance rating gives the LolliClip a rugged edge. It handles sweat and light rain without trouble, and includes a moisture-drain function triggered in the app to help protect internal components. For active users, whether at the gym, on the trail, or out in unpredictable weather, this added resilience adds long-term reliability to the experience. Edifier clearly designed the LolliClip with movement in mind, aligning durability with the product’s wellness and lifestyle features.

Edifier gets props for improved sustainability. The recyclable hang tag is cool, and the recyclable product tray is a positive. But Edifier still needs to eliminate the plastic wrap and generally reduce packaging (I don’t think they need to box and the overbox, or even so much box), which undermines an otherwise solid sustainability effort.

What could be improved

Cons

• Weak spatial audio performance
• Clunky companion app and touch controls
• Limited EQ customization
• Bass can be muddled in some genres
• ANC is modest at best
• Wear detection slow on play
• Health metrics don’t integrate with health systems
• Lack of wireless charging

Spatial audio on the Edifier LolliClip feels more like a checkbox than a meaningful feature. While the idea of immersive head-tracked sound is compelling, Edifier’s implementation lacks refinement. When spatial mode is active, music tends to lose clarity—vocals become recessed, instruments blur, and volume inconsistencies crop up. Spatial audio generally detracts from the listening experience, creating an often muffled or overly processed feel. For a product that otherwise sounds excellent in standard mode, this feature feels underdeveloped and best left off unless you’re specifically testing it for novelty.

The ConneX app, though central to unlocking features like ANC levels, “EQ” profiles, and biometric data, often frustrates more than it empowers. The login experience that appears to support third-party sign-in doesn’t really do that, requiring a code and password even after allowing for an Apple sign-in, for instance. The app does appear to work without a connection, though it forgets that it’s been logged in. I continue to want device apps to work well even when not connected. I get that “connected” services may not work, but when offline, but device-to-device controls should all be readily available.

The app interface responsiveness is inconsistent, with frequent delays when switching modes. More problematic is the tendency for earbuds to reboot when toggling key features like spatial sound or ANC—causing music to pause or settings to reset. This disrupts the flow of listening and forces users into repeated trial-and-error just to make simple adjustments. Many of the features live under a setting menu rather than in the primary interface, creating episodes of “where do I find that setting?”. For a product leaning into smart features, the software needs a smoother, with a more intuitive user experience.

Touch controls on the LolliClip are functional but limited. Only double and triple taps are supported, and even these gestures occasionally misfire or fail to register. There’s no option to adjust volume directly from the buds, and no long-press or swipe support. As a result, everyday actions like skipping tracks or accessing voice assistants require phone interaction. The inability to customize gestures further limits their usefulness. While touch surfaces are well-placed, they don’t live up to the expectations set by other earbuds in this price range that offer richer, more responsive input systems.

EQ customization is another shortcoming. Users are limited to preset sound profiles—Classic, Bass Boost, Treble, Vocal, and Spatial—with no option to manually tweak frequencies. While the presets do offer variety, they can feel too generalized. Bass Boost, for instance, introduces midrange bloat, while Treble mode can overemphasize high frequencies to the point of harshness. Without a user-adjustable EQ or even a basic slider system, listeners who want to fine-tune their audio experience are out of luck. This constraint feels at odds with the otherwise ambitious positioning of the product.

Although the Edifier LolliClip performs well across many music styles, its bass response doesn’t always hold up under pressure. Tracks with deep, layered bass—particularly in rock or EDM—can push the limits of the open-ear design, leading to distortion or muddy overlaps with vocals and instruments (hear the Beastie Boys “Brass Monkey” as you read this). At higher volumes, the tuning seems to favor punch over precision, which might satisfy casual listeners but will likely disappoint audiophiles. While some of this is inherent in the physics of open audio, a bit more refinement could have produced a cleaner low-end without compromising on openness.

The wear detection system is slow to respond, especially when resuming playback. Inserting the earbuds triggers a 2–4 second delay before music starts—long enough to feel clunky compared to near-instant responses from competitors like Apple or Sony. This impacts the sense of fluid interaction, especially for users expecting seamless transitions when removing or reinserting buds throughout the day. The delay breaks immersion and makes the feature feel more like a technical add-on than an integrated experience. A firmware update may improve this, but as it stands, the lag is noticeable.

I would like to see the Edifier LolliClip health data feed into Apple Health, or be able to send results to health platforms like Epic.

The Edifier LolliClip would be even better with Edifier LolliClip, but of course, price does dictate design choices. In this case, the high-end electronics for audio were compromises against wireless charging.

Edifier LolliClip: The bottom line

If you’re looking for open‑ear earbuds with better sound, smart health features, long battery life and modest ANC—all at a $130 price—they’re compelling. But they likely won’t satisfy audiophiles or ANC seekers, and app/touch control rough edges persist. Ideal for active lifestyles where awareness counts.

Edifier provided the LolliClip for review. Images courtesy of Edifier unless otherwise noted.

Serious Insights is an Amazon Affiliate. Clicking on an Amazon link may result in a payment to Serious Insights.

For more serious insights on hardware and accessories, click here.

If you found value in this review, please like it, leave a comment or share it with friends and colleagues. We appreciate you!