Oppo Enco M32 quick review: Most affordable wireless neckband earphone and packed with decent features

Oppo Enco M32 review: Craze for affordable neckband-styled earphones among music lovers in India have touched new heights. With the increase in demands of wireless neckband earphones, many technology brands are working continuously launching neckband earphones. Recently, the Chinese smartphone maker Oppo launched its new wireless neckband earphones -- Oppo Enco M32 in India, the successor of the famous Enco M31 earphones.

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The Oppo Enco M32 is priced at Rs 1,499 as a part of the introductory offer on Amazon. But the Bluetooth neckband will be priced at Rs 1,799 later on after the first few days of sale. The product is available in the Black color option. It will go on sale starting January 10. One of the major features of this neckband is, it gives you up to 20 hours of playback on a 10-minute charge and up to 28 hours of listening after a flash charge of just 35 minutes. We used this review unit for a couple of days and here's what I have to say about this wireless neckband earphone.

If you compare the Oppo Enco M32 with Enco M31, it brings upgrades such as longer battery life, larger driver, and IP55 dust and water resistance however, you won't see the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) feature here. The neckband has a basic design. The Oppo Enco M32 earphones have magnetic backs. On the right side of the neckband, you will see control buttons, play/pause, volume keys. At the bottom, there is a flap to access the USB-C charging port for charging the device. The earphones are very comfortable.

I did not feel any discomfort even after using it for long hours, even during voice calls. The neckband is pretty strong and flexible with control keys. Honestly, the device is very lightweight and compatible to use. Additionally, its design includes an independent sound cavity that allows for a larger sound field while avoiding the noise caused by airflow thereby making the audio output purer.

In terms of specifications, the Oppo Enco M32 packs 10mm dynamic drivers that deliver balanced sound with discernible bass, clear mids, and crisp highs. It supports the AAC audio format for enhanced sound quality over streaming.  It comes with a Hall magnetic switch in the earbuds; this means it pauses your music when the two earbuds are attached around your neck and starts playing as soon as the magnets are disengaged. The neckband also features a dual-device, fast-switching function that allows a free flow between the two devices and performs Bluetooth signal switching accordingly.

Also, the device uses Bluetooth 5.0, which achieves a faster and more stable connection with lower loss of sound at long distances to provide a stutter-free audio experience to consumers. It also features an AI call-noise-reduction algorithm that transmits voice-over calls without ambient-sound disturbances. Whether you're working from home or travelling, you will experience crystal clear communication.

 The listening experience was loud and good. I was using it while coming back From Agra to Delhi via car and during that period, I was listening to songs from AP Dhillion, Coldplay and Eminem on YouTube and Spotify for long hours, I did not face any issues and the audio quality was up to the mark. The device effectively blocked the unwanted ambient sound. In fact, I did not face any issues with voice quality while making and receiving calls.

The major USP of this device is, it comes with IP55 dust and water resistance. You can easily use these earphones in various conditions, including gym, in rains, camping, trekking, and more without having to worry about damage from dust or water. It is designed with unique ear fins to fit the ears more snugly and comfortably whether you are listening to music while commuting or working out at the gym.

Another major quality of the Oppo Enco M32 is, it offers great battery life with quick charging capabilities. According to the company, this device is capable of giving 28 hours of wireless playback time when fully charged. During my review, the earphones lasted for more than 26 hours. Oppo Enco M32 also supports fast charging. So, in just 10 minutes of charging, it will provide decent playback time.

Verdict: Launched at Rs 1,799, the Oppo Enco M32 is the most affordable and comfortable neckband-style earphones and offers decent sound performance. The neckband earphones have ticked the right boxes in the affordable earphones category. It can be a good option for those looking to buy Bluetooth neckband earphones under 2K.