Dizo Wireless Review: Feature-Rich Audio on a Budget?
Realme’s aggressive pricing strategy has made it a popular brand in the Indian consumer electronics market, particularly for its accessories and audio products. Now, the company is pushing even further with its Realme TechLife spinoff, Dizo, aiming to offer an even more accessible range of wearables and audio products. The Dizo Wireless, priced at just Rs. 1,099 in India, is a prime example of this strategy. It’s a simple wireless neckband headset with basic features – but promises good sound at a very affordable price. Can the Dizo Wireless deliver on this promise? Let’s find out.
Dizo Wireless: Features and Design
Dizo is clearly taking inspiration from its parent company, Realme, sharing a similar design language and integrating seamlessly with the Realme TechLife ecosystem. The Dizo Wireless boasts a familiar look, resembling the Realme Buds Wireless 2, and shares a striking resemblance to the Realme Buds Wireless 2 Neo in terms of features and specifications. The headset features a flexible rubber neckband with two modules at either end, connected by short cables leading to the earpieces.
A magnetic power switch turns the Dizo Wireless on and off when you separate or snap the earpieces together. While intended for convenience, this design choice can be risky, as the earpieces are prone to accidentally separating while the headset is stored in a bag or purse, turning it on and draining the battery. The right module houses controls for volume and playback, as well as the USB Type-C charging port. The left module is simply adorned with a Dizo logo.
Like most neckband earphones, the Dizo Wireless offers an in-canal fit, ensuring good noise isolation. I found it comfortable to wear, although sometimes the short cables brushed against my face while moving around. To accommodate different ear shapes, the box includes two additional pairs of silicone ear tips in varying sizes. You also get a short USB Type-A to Type-C charging cable.
The Dizo Wireless boasts 11.2mm dynamic drivers, delivering a frequency response range of 20-20,000Hz. The headset uses Bluetooth 5 for connectivity, supporting only the SBC Bluetooth codec. To enhance voice pickup during calls, it features environmental noise cancellation. It also boasts an IPX4 water resistance rating.
Seamless Integration With The Realme Link App
The Dizo Wireless works flawlessly with the Realme Link app, allowing for personalized customizations. Users can fine-tune the audio experience by selecting different equalizer modes, switching between gaming mode for low-latency gameplay, and customizing the controls to their liking.
A handy feature is the ability to activate the default voice assistant on your smartphone via a shortcut, switch between your two most recently paired devices quickly, and activate or deactivate the 88ms low-latency mode specifically for gaming. It’s worth noting that, at the time of review, the Dizo Wireless was only compatible with the Realme Link app for Android devices; iOS users were unable to detect the headset through the app.
Battery Life: Decent Performance
The battery life on the Dizo Wireless is decent for the price point. It delivered around ten hours of continuous playback on a single charge, including music and calls, at moderate volume levels. The headset boasts fast charging, promising two hours of listening time from a mere ten-minute charge. A full charge takes approximately two hours.
Dizo Wireless: Sound Quality
Beyond the benefits of app support and features like low-latency mode and quick device switching, the Dizo Wireless prioritizes the basics when it comes to sound. Despite supporting only the SBC Bluetooth codec, the headset leverages Bluetooth 5 for stable connection and delivers a sound tuning that’s respectable for its price range.
During the review, I used my iPhone as the primary source and Apple Music as the music platform. Starting with "Drop The Pressure" by Mylo, the first noticeable aspect of the sound signature was a low-end bias. The fast beats and catchy riff of this club anthem had a fair amount of punch, even feeling a bit rough around the edges, but it was a far cry from the muddy and unrefined sound often found in budget wireless headsets. The overall sound quality was acceptably pleasant; not exceptional, but entirely listenable for extended sessions.
Next, I switched to the upbeat and detailed "Sunny" by Boney M. The sound felt a bit dull and lacked sharpness and detail. The low-end bias didn’t significantly hinder the track, and the group’s signature vocals rightfully dominated.
However, the Dizo Wireless truly shines with tracks featuring strong bass. Listening to "Hold On (Sub Focus Remix)" by Rusko allowed the headset to showcase the aggression and drive of this dubstep track with impressive clarity.
Overall, the Dizo Wireless lacks the level of detail commonly found in more premium earphones. The reliance on the SBC Bluetooth codec and the specific tuning hinder its ability to deliver a nuanced audio experience. However, considering the price point and the target demographic, the low-end bias and focus on voice communication are justifiable.
Calls and Low-Latency Mode
The Dizo Wireless features environmental noise cancellation for voice calls, and I found my experience using them for conversations to be positive. The call quality was surprisingly decent on both ends, with loud and clear audio both indoors and outdoors.
Although the low-latency mode showed some effectiveness in reducing audio delay during gaming, it wasn’t enough to make these earphones a viable option for competitive multiplayer gaming, where minimal delay is crucial for success.
Verdict: The Dizo Wireless – a Value-Packed Choice?
While the Dizo Wireless may not offer exceptional sound quality, it certainly doesn’t disappoint. Its true strength lies in its impressive feature set, which includes stable connectivity, environmental noise cancellation, app support, quick device switching, and a low-latency mode – all for a remarkably low price of Rs.1,099. It represents remarkable value for money.
While the market offers many options in this segment, including the strikingly similar Realme Buds Wireless 2 Neo, the Dizo Wireless stands out because it offers a substantial amount for its price. However, if you’re willing to spend slightly more, the Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro with its active noise cancellation might be a better choice.
Ultimately, the Dizo Wireless presents a compelling case for budget-conscious consumers seeking a capable and feature-rich wireless neckband headset. It might not be perfect, but for the price, it delivers a lot of bang for your buck.
