After testing the Mighty waterproof Spotify player for two months, I'm torn. The promise of crystal-clear underwater music had me excited, but reality delivered some hits and misses.
The GOOD first: Sound quality underwater is genuinely impressive. Unlike other waterproof players I've tried (looking at you, Delphin), the audio remains crisp even during flip turns. The four earpiece options created a perfect seal - no water intrusion during my 1km daily swims.
Battery life? Absolute winner. The claimed 5+ hours holds true - I only charged twice a week despite daily use. Syncing Spotify playlists via WiFi worked seamlessly after initial setup (though the app crashed twice during my first sync attempt).
Now the BAD: That power button is a NIGHTMARE. Multiple times I stood poolside for 5+ minutes pressing it like some ritual before my swim. When it finally turned on? Magic. When it didn't? Frustration city.
The headphone jack is finicky - half my swims started with only one earbud working until I performed the sacred 'unplug-replug dance.' And that clip? Useless for goggles. Mine now lives tucked under my swim cap where it stays put but feels like a small pebble.
Durability concerns me based on others' reviews. While mine still works after two months of chlorine baths, multiple users report units dying after water exposure - making that '100% waterproof' claim questionable.
Final verdict? When it works, it's revolutionary for swim training motivation. But be prepared to baby this device and keep your receipt handy.