Klipsch Image S4i (II) Pro Reviews

The original Klipsch S4 and S4i earphones have received high marks for their sound quality and comfort level. The one strike against them was that their cord was pretty thin and we heard complaints about them not holding up that well over time. Like S4i Rugged, the S4 and S4i II, endeavor to do better in that department and they now feature a flat, tangle-resistant cord. For someone who doesn't like the feeling of having an eartip jammed in your ear, Bose makes the $99.95 IE2 earphones, which offer some wiggle room while giving you a secure fit. But the Bose MIE2 and MIE2i model, which has a microphone and remote, is more expensive at $129.95. If you're trying to choose between this model and the Klipsch Rugged, I'd say they're both good choices, with a very comfortable fit, tight seal, and strong sound. While this model has a classier look and should work fine for lighter workouts and everyday use, if you really are planning to hit the gym a lot, the S4i Ruggeds are the better choice because of their sweat-resistant design.