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iClever BTH20 vs Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
iClever BTH20 ranks higher (#2 vs #3 of 8) and scores better on fit & comfort, battery & connection. Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones wins on sound.
The biggest complaint about the iClever BTH20 is hollow mids and boomy bass; for the Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones it's mixed durability. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| iClever BTH20 | Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in kids' headphones | #2 | #3 |
| Price tier | $$ | $$ |
| Type | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | 6% | 11% |
| Overall score | 3.8 | 3.5 |
| Volume limiting (as tested) | 4.0 | — |
| Fit & comfort | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Sound | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| Battery & connection | 4.5 | 4.0 |
| Kid-proof durability | 3.5 | 3.5 |
Price tiers: $ under $25 · $$ $25–60 · $$$ over $60. Highlighted = clearly better (a score gap of 0.3 or more, or a 1–2★ share at least 3 points lower). Scores are explained, with sources, on each product's page.
Top complaints
iClever BTH20
- Hollow mids and boomy bass
PCMag says a deliberate dip in the 2 to 4 kHz range makes the mids sound hollow and the audio empty at times, and the extra bass muddies orchestral music. Mic quality is average.
Source: PCMag iClever BTH20 review - Small for older kids
WIRED says its 10-year-old testers found the BTH20 a bit small, so it's best for younger kids. PCMag found it adjustable and comfortable, even on an adult head.
- Charging issues, no IP rating, and hiss on high ANC
Amazon's summary says battery life gets mixed reviews, with some owners having charging issues. PCMag notes there's no IP rating, the buttons feel a little cheap, the high ANC setting adds a hiss when nothing is playing, and the power button needs about a four-second hold.
Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones
- Mixed durability
Amazon's summary says reliability and durability draw mixed feedback: some pairs last up to two years, while others broke within a week. Some owners say the battery wouldn't charge at all.
- Stiff, and small for some kids
WIRED says it is noticeably stiffer and less comfortable than some of its other picks. Amazon's summary says fit is disputed, with some owners finding it too small for 5-year-olds.
- Value is debated
Amazon's summary says some owners call it worth every penny while others say it isn't worth the cost.
Who should pick which
Pick the iClever BTH20 if
Flights and noisy places (ANC with two levels)
Parents who want a limit kids can't override
Younger kids, roughly 3 and up
Skip it if: Your child is older, about 10+ (WIRED's testers found it small); You need water resistance; Your child often lies on their headphones (a different iClever model squealed for Wirecutter)
Pick the Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones if
A sturdy, affordable everyday pair
Long battery between charges
Kids 2 and up (per WIRED)
Skip it if: Comfort for long sessions is the priority; You want a measured volume test before buying; Your child is around 5 with a larger head (some owners say it's too small)
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