When comparing Shure SE215 vs Monster iSport Victory, the Slant community recommends Monster iSport Victory for most people. In the question“What are the best headphones for running around $100?” Monster iSport Victory is ranked 1st while Shure SE215 is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Monster iSport Victory is:
These headphones are designed with joggers and gym rats in mind. They won't stop working due to rain or sweat. They can even be washed, as long as it's done carefully and by hand.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Rich, full sound
Bass is emphasized so there is a good bit of thump while staying controlled. Mids are rich, highs avoid sibilance, though they're a bit rolled off.
Soundstage is okay--instruments are separated out enough for them to not sound like they're all coming from the same place, but it's not particularly wide.
Pro Fantastic sound isolation to block out unwanted noise
The memory foam eartips mold to your ear to provide amazing sound isolation, though there's a bit of a learning curve to using them. You have to press them together before putting them in and then allow them to expand in your ear. Once expanded they will take the shape of your ear and that way provide excellent noise isolation.
The earphones also come with silicon tips which are easier to use than the foam ones and also last longer.
Pro Comfortable once you get used to them
The SE215 earphones have a negative profile, optimized nozzle angle, over-ear fit and memory eartips that ensure the earphones stay in place comfortably regardless of situation. You can even lie on your side with them.
Pro A lot of equipment
6 types of plugs (silicon/ foam: S/M/L).
Pro Outstanding build quality makes them long lasting
SE215 earbuds use tough plastic earpiece shells, have a robust kevlar-reinforced cable, a sturdy Y-splitter that's difficult to bend and an L-shaped plug that adds additional strain relief. They won't break if you snag them, drop them or sit on them. They're also completely sweat proof so you can use them while working out without having to worry about damaging them. They're durable enough for professional stage use for which they were specifically designed for.
Pro Thick, replaceable cable
The SE215's 6.4-ft. cable is very thick, and further reinforced at the left/right split point. Reviews confirm the durability benefits of its heavy-duty design. If it ever does break, the cable is built to detach safely from the earpieces, allowing replacement.
Pro Will stay in place in the ears
The optimized angle of the earbuds, over-ear fit, and memory ear tips ensure that the earphones stay in place comfortably regardless of situation. These are also sweat-proof, so they're a great option for active use.
Pro Two year limited warranty
Shure provides a warranty against defects in materials or manufacturing for two years.
Pro Amazing
Pro Sweat proof & washable
These headphones are designed with joggers and gym rats in mind. They won't stop working due to rain or sweat. They can even be washed, as long as it's done carefully and by hand.
Pro Reasonable sound quality with an emphasis on bass
The highs are crisp, the mids are clean and bass over-emphasized, but not as much as to overwhelm everything else.
Pro Very good noise isolation
Noise isolation is very good with these headphones, and should effectively minimize ambient noise. These headphones form an effective seal inside the ears due to the quality ear tips and the sport clips that help keep these in place.
Pro Tangle-resistant cable
iSport Victory headphones have a 3.8-foot cable that is soft and flexible and does not tangle easily.
Pro 5 sets of extra eartips
Monster iSport Victory headphones come with 5 sets of extra eartips from small to extra large sizes allowing you to adjust the size of the earbuds to fit your needs.
Pro Securely fits in your ear
These headphones use a patented earclip to help them comfortably stay in your ear.
Pro Can answer calls
You can answer calls by clicking the middle button on the remote.
Pro Useful bundle
These headphones come bundled with:
- a small pouch
- a clothing clip
- 5 sets of extra eartips
- extra earclips
Cons
Con Need some time getting used to
It may take some getting used to memory cables and there's a bit of a learning curve to putting the earphones in with memory eartips. At, first memory cables may seem a bit stiff, but after they're broken in, they're generally more comfortable than typical wires. There's even a wire sleeve that helps form the wire bundled with the earphones to help combat this issue. As for memory eartips--every time before putting them in your ear you have to press them together and then allow them to expand in your ear.
Con Inline mic and volume controls cost an extra $50
The supplied detachable cable does not have a mic or inline volume controls. They can be added by upgrading to the M+ cable.
Con Remote functionality is limited with non-Apple devices
The remote is made with Apple devices in mind. Windows and Android phone users can only play/pause tracks or answer/end calls on the remote.