Water/sweat resistance rating

IP57 is repeatedly cited as a meaningful durability upgrade for both buds and case, improving confidence for sweat, rain, and dust exposure. Reviewers still caution against treating them like dedicated swim gear.

With an IP57 rating, water and sweat resistance is consistently positioned as a strong point for workouts and daily use.

IP52 is a standout feature in this category and is repeatedly praised as practical for sweat and light splashes, even if it is not a high waterproof rating.

The IP55 dust and water rating is a meaningful plus for rain and sweat, and reviewers generally treat it as dependable for everyday exercise. It is not intended for submersion.

The IP54 rating is frequently mentioned as a meaningful upgrade, making them suitable for workouts, rain, and dust exposure. They are not designed for submersion, so they remain a splash and sweat solution rather than a swim option.

The IP54-rated buds and case are widely viewed as good protection for sweat, rain, and light splashes. Reviewers still emphasize they are not waterproof and should not be submerged or rinsed under a faucet.

Earbuds carry an IP55-level water and dust resistance rating in most coverage, making them suitable for sweat and light rain. The case is typically not described as water resistant, so it benefits from more care.

Water resistance is consistently listed as IPX4, generally positioned as enough for sweat and light rain but not for submersion.

The IPX4 rating is routinely cited as suitable for sweat and light rain. Reviewers consistently warn it is not intended for submersion or heavy water exposure.

The IPX4 rating is consistently framed as solid for sweat and light splashes, but not for submersion or heavy water exposure.

IPX4 water and sweat resistance is consistently noted, making the earbuds suitable for light workouts and rain, though not for submersion.

The earbuds are commonly cited as IPX4-rated for sweat and light rain, but not for heavy water exposure.

An IPX4 rating is repeatedly cited as sufficient for sweat and light rain, appropriate for workouts but not for full submersion scenarios.

The IPX4 rating is adequate for sweat and light rain but not for dunking or heavy water exposure; runners wanting more protection may prefer higher-rated alternatives.

There is no IP water/sweat rating mentioned across reviews, and multiple sources caution against rain, workouts, or heavy sweat exposure.

No meaningful water or sweat rating is emphasized, and condensation or moisture inside cups is mentioned, so they are not ideal for wet workouts.

Multiple reviews point out there is no official IP rating, making the Ace a weaker pick for workouts, heavy sweat, or rain exposure. Some still use it casually at the gym, but it is not positioned as a sport headphone.

No water/sweat resistance rating is repeatedly noted, so these are better suited to commuting/desk use than workouts or rain-heavy scenarios.

No official water or sweat rating is typically noted, so these are better treated as commute and travel headphones rather than workout gear.

Water resistance is effectively absent in practice: at least one review notes no IP rating and recommends avoiding rain.

Several reviews caution against workouts because there is no official water or sweat resistance rating.

There is no IP rating, and multiple reviews advise against heavy sweat or rain exposure despite the headphones handling normal daily use.

There is no IP rating, and multiple reviews advise against using the XM5 in rain, heavy sweat, or workouts where moisture exposure is likely.

Multiple reviews emphasize there is no official water or sweat rating, making these a poor choice for rain, heavy workouts, or sweaty gym sessions.

Multiple reviewers highlight the absence of an IP rating, making these a poor pick for workouts or wet-weather use.

Water/sweat resistance is described as absent (no waterproof rating), and at least one review cautions against heavy sweat, making them a fair-weather choice.

There is no stated water or sweat resistance rating in the reviews, so these are best kept away from rain and workouts.

At least one reviewer notes there is no stated water or sweat rating, so it is not ideal for workouts or wet conditions.

Multiple reviews note there is no IP rating or stated water resistance, making them a poor choice for sweaty workouts or wet conditions.

At least one reviewer notes there is no water/sweat resistance rating, so these are not ideal for workouts or wet conditions.