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Mpow BH044 Bluetooth Receiver Wireless Bluetooth 4 1 Car Adapter Bluetooth Car Aux Adapter for Music Streaming Sound System Hands Free Bluetooth Car Kits for Home Car Audio Stereo System
Last Updated: December 11, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.9
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Total Reviews
992
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Sound Quality
162music, car, audio, playing, noise
+75%
-25%
" ... Sound good ya little is awesome as well! ... "
" ... The sound quality is better than hard connected to my smartphone. ... "
" ... Works great, saves me from having to switch out my whole radio just to listen to what I want to hear ... "
" ... I bought this along with the same model of transmitter/receiver to use to send sound from a turn table to a Sonos Play:5. ... "
" ... Easy connect, great stereo sound, long battery life. ... "
" ... Other than that, I love how I can still use my old stereo which is super powerful and worked great but now thanx to this it’s updated as CD’s are not really relevant anymore. ... "
" ... Sound works great. ... "
" ... Both my spouse and I can be connected to it at the same time and it doesn’t interfere with playing music. ... "
Device Compatibility
142bluetooth, car, connected, connects, connecting
+65%
-35%
" ... I had absolutely no problems connecting my phone to the receiver! ... "
" ... So easy to use, easy for other people in the car to connect and play their music, and I have never noticed an issue with sound quality. ... "
" ... This is a great product for connecting your bluetooth phone or iPod to listen to music through your stereo, but do not buy this to use for hands free speaking, you have to SHOUT to get the device to hear you. ... "
" ... A very simple solution for getting Bluetooth music on my Harley. ... "
" ... Fantastic little device for a car that doesn't have bluetooth audio and does have a stereo input. ... Still going to get another (newer version) because it's a handy little device. ... "
" ... Easy connect, great stereo sound, long battery life. ... "
" ... Set up was easy and it pairs quickly with an iPhone 8 plus. ... "
" ... This pairs with my phone very well. ... "
Bluetooth
136car, connect, bluetooth receiver, aux, pairing
+76%
-24%
" ... Not the most advanced or fancy or robust Bluetooth receiver on the market but it gets the job done. ... "
" ... I dont need to charge it too often and it helps connect my bluetooth devices to non bluetooth speakers. ... "
" ... It's a Bluetooth receiver that has more than paid for itself. ... "
" ... A very simple solution for getting Bluetooth music on my Harley. ... "
" ... If you want a Bluetooth aux this is the one to get for a great price! ... "
" ... The bluetooth receiver is great, but for my 1st one, it died in 1 to 2 days of use and the blue light doesn't show up it anymore. ... "
" ... I have tested how far the bluetooth range really is yet but ive stayed within a 10ft range and its always crystal clear. ... "
" ... Loved giving my 10 year old tower a Bluetooth update ... "
Product Reliability
126stopped working, device, working, weeks, month
+40%
-60%
" ... I have barely had this for a month and it stopped working . ... "
" ... Worked for about a week then stopped :( ... "
" ... Only had for a few months and it’s already broken and horrible sounding. ... "
" ... Had two go out on me and less than 90 days ... "
" ... I bought it May 2017 and it lasted until a couple weeks ago when it stopped connecting. ... "
" ... Only worked once ... "
" ... After a couple of months, started having a lot of issues connecting to the device. ... "
" ... Audio started cutting out and then stopped completely after a few months of use. ... "
Battery Life
122battery, charge, lasts, charged, lasted
+78%
-22%
" ... The battery life is good too. ... "
" ... Battery last awhile, good sounds quality, and easy to use. ... "
" ... Audio quality is good enough, and the battery lasted decently when it wasn't plugged in. ... "
" ... The battery life is really good. ... "
" ... Sometimes the Bluetooth has a sound "glitch" for a second or two but other than that it works perfectly and has a 5+ hour battery that charges in what feels like 30 minutes. ... "
" ... battery life is good as I have driven up to 8 hours listening to music without it running out of juice. ... "
" ... Battery life is okay. ... "
" ... Battery life is really good. ... "
Ease of Use
68easy to use, use, easy to connect, set, setup
+97%
-3%
" ... It was easy to setup. ... "
" ... Straight forward set up. ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... simple set up ... "
" ... i use this whenever i drive and it's easy to set up and very nice overall :) ... "
" ... product works great and easy to use ... "
" ... I love how easy it is to connect to the product! ... "
" ... It’s very easy to setup as well. ... "
" ... Plug and play, easy install and sounds great. ... "
Price
63money, value, worth, worth the money, waste of money
+76%
-24%
" ... If you want a Bluetooth aux this is the one to get for a great price! ... "
" ... Not a huge deal though, it's great quality and fantastic value. ... "
" ... Worth the money! ... "
" ... Good deal for the money ... "
" ... At the price, I was not expecting it to work as well as it does. ... "
" ... Awesome for the price ... "
" ... Does everything it promises for an excellent price ... "
" ... Please save your money and purchase a better quality receiver. ... "
Charging
56charging, plugged, charged, battery life, battery
+66%
-34%
" ... might be because the charge is lower. ... "
" ... I have something similar for my truck, took me by surprise that I need to charge it. ... "
" ... Wow it's amazing, I've had it for almost two years and it still holds an amazing battery, charging it once almost every two weeks with just short of an hour of play time most days! ... "
" ... No wires to worry about, I don't need to worry about my charging cord getting tangled with my aux cord. ... "
" ... I think I've charged this thing once and it was weeks ago. ... "
" ... Easy to charge when needed. ... "
" ... Unless on long trips i recommend keeping plug into the charger ... "
" ... It lasts a long time on a single charge. ... "
Cables
51cord, cable, aux cord, wires, cords
+75%
-25%
" ... Overall, I would highly recommend this to all looking for a fun life free of wires! ... "
" ... I wanted to get rid of the cord and this product does it perfectly. ... "
" ... Now I can connect my phone to my old modeled car without any cord ... "
" ... It sounds average through my truck speakers, and the double male end 3.5mm jack is sturdy, but i wish the unit itself was a bit heavier. ... "
" ... Came with an aux and a small male to male metal adapter. ... "
" ... no more cords ... "
" ... It’s portable and easy to use, especially if you don’t like a loose cable bothering you everytime you want to change the song. ... "
" ... It has way better quality than using an aux cable. ... "
Returns
34sent, replacement, item, refund, seller
+24%
-76%
" ... Not happy with the quality of sound and try to return but told that it’s hazardous so return is not an option. ... "
" ... Doesn’t work and they have a no return policy. ... Didn’t know about return policy until I tried to return it. ... "
" ... I returned the product. ... "
" ... Dont recommend, especially because they dont let you return it. ... "
" ... Can't connect with my phone directly and can't return! ... "
" ... Amazon says I can’t return so I’m out only few bucks. ... "
" ... Defective and unable to return ... "
" ... I tried to return jt but I wasn't able to do that because the return window closed after 30 days. ... "
Setup
26set, setup, easy to connect, use, super
+96%
-4%
" ... It worked great, and easy setup. ... "
" ... Straight forward set up. ... "
" ... It connected instantly once it was set up. ... "
" ... Pro's: Nice Bluetooth Device, Great Value, Easy Setup, Clear Audio. ... "
" ... Product arrived promptly and was easily installed in the vehicle. ... "
" ... Setting it up was fairly simple a preschooler could do it . ... "
" ... Its pretty simple to set up and use, straight forward. ... "
" ... links right away, easy setup , . ... "
Ports
25plug, port, aux, car, aux port
+56%
-44%
" ... Wired connections are better, but this works as a back up. ... "
" ... I use this in my car and plug it into my aux. ... "
" ... This adapter sits in my car aux port for almost 2 years. ... "
" ... However, it's pretty nice to know you can remove that adapter and plug a cable into it as well (if you have a headphone plug for a PA system etc somewhere and want to use this with it). ... "
" ... I bought this receiver to be able to play my own music and podcasts in my work can that only had an AUX port. ... "
" ... I like the freedom of not having wires all over the front of my van to the auxiliary port. ... "
" ... Although it does take up a USB slot or your lighter outlet (if you have a separate adapter), it's still very much worth it. ... "
" ... Also, the flexibility to either connect to the audio port of your car with the short pin or an audio cable is well thought out. ... "
Call quality
24phone calls, music, car, call, phone call
+58%
-42%
" ... The sound is really good, I think even better than the Bluetooth in my car (for calls). ... "
" ... Works great, saves me from having to switch out my whole radio just to listen to what I want to hear ... "
" ... I accidentally kept calling my most recent calls which is handy for certain people. ... "
" ... When he has called me, the call was also very clear on my end and I really like the fact that he's not holding his phone while driving or messing with a bluetooth headset. ... "
" ... It doesn’t recognize my voice really well and especially when I’m on the phone with someone but if your looking for something that is just mainly for music, this is a great item! ... "
" ... The phone call volume was more than sufficient as well, and other party had no issues hearing me clearly. ... "
" ... So it don’t work too well for phone calls but music quality is great. ... "
" ... My car has Bluetooth but it only works with phone calls, not music or my iPod and this device works wonderfully. ... "
Marketplace
23works, new one, amazon, thank, item
+96%
-4%
" ... Thank you so much! ... "
" ... See my pictures attached. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It works well and once mine started having any difficulties, the seller offered to send me a new one. ... "
" ... Company sent me a new one. ... "
" ... Getting in contact with the seller wasn't a hassle at all! ... "
" ... Fast shipping item as described. ... "
" ... Works as described ... "
Build Quality
21plastic, feels, casing, apart, popped
+24%
-76%
" ... Poor quality won't last more than a week before falling apart don't buy it. ... "
" ... This one will absolutely break sooner rather than later ... "
" ... This thing broke after a couple of months. ... "
" ... Broke within a week. ... "
" ... Poorly made product. ... "
" ... I wouldn’t recommend this product it didn’t even last 2 months before it broke ... "
" ... It worked for a few months and then totally fell apart and broke. ... So it’s poorly made. ... "
" ... It has literally zero weight, feels like it's just a plastic housing) in my hand the signal will completely fail and stutter. ... "
Capacity
19use, works, room, phone, perfect
+89%
-11%
" ... I bought 2 for both cars. ... "
" ... Perfect for my car. ... "
" ... Works great in my car ... "
" ... Use in our treadmill in our exercise room. ... "
" ... Bought for my wife to use it in her car. ... "
" ... I use this every day in my car! ... "
" ... I use it now with my phone with a 1 ft range fine. ... "
" ... We ended up buying another one for my car. ... "
Size
18compact, use, size, convenient, travel
+94%
-6%
" ... It's also small and light to carry around and lasts a long time. ... "
" ... It's compact size made it very convenient to use in the car. ... "
" ... The device is compact, but man is it powerful. ... "
" ... Love how small and compact it is. ... "
" ... It’s small and fashionable. ... "
" ... Absolutely will not travel without this. ... "
" ... Could use a longer battey, but very compact and works fantastically. ... "
" ... Works great and love how small and discreet it is. ... "
Controls
17buttons, turn, songs, skip, press
+53%
-47%
" ... The controls on this have been pretty straight-forward. ... "
" ... Buttons do what they're meant to do. ... "
" ... The volume buttons work great at shuffling through songs. ... "
" ... Also easy to pause/play/answer/skip songs. ... "
" ... Sound quality is virtually identical to what I got plugging into the headphone jack (when I had one), plus now I have physical buttons for pause, play, forward and back, which is *really* nice for driving! ... "
" ... However, I was just trying to change the song. ... "
" ... Can force pairing mode by holding the power button for 5 seconds. ... "
" ... I really like the built in pause button since it is much more convenient than unlocking my phone and then opening the podcast app in order to pause. ... "
Volume
16loud, turn, stereo, low, car
+50%
-50%
" ... I have to turn my car stereo all the way up just to get it half way loud. ... "
" ... It was hooked up to my Bluetooth and I had to have the volume turned all the way up to even hear. ... "
" ... It transmits sound to my car stereo and to my oldsr home speakers, but sometimes is scratchy in the car. ... "
" ... When the music pauses or goes quiet, it's very obvious, even at low volume. ... "
" ... It’s like a high pitched keening that’s only gotten louder and worse the longer I’ve had it ... "
" ... To even hear the music, I have to have my phone volume all the way up as well as my car volume and it still isn't impressive. ... "
" ... The startup sounds are exceptionally loud and I don't know how to change this. ... "
" ... I only wish the volume went a little higher. ... "
Headphones
13jack, audio, aux jack, headphone, car
+62%
-38%
" ... When it comes down to typical speakers and everyday headphones or IEM's, everything sounds pretty normal. ... If you go for the lossless audio quality with studio quality headphones, there will be a huge difference compared to just plugging it in. ... "
" ... Excellent, affordable way to turn any ear buds into bluetooth-enabled. ... "
" ... Used this to play music/audio from phone to ear protection with 3.5mm jack. ... "
" ... I use this on my wired headphones to make them wireless. ... "
" ... Works like a charm for both headsets and car aux! ... "
" ... However, it's pretty nice to know you can remove that adapter and plug a cable into it as well (if you have a headphone plug for a PA system etc somewhere and want to use this with it). ... "
" ... This nifty device will be sitting in the center console where the aux jack is until I find a better solution. ... "
" ... Using for headphones ... "
Fit
13tape, aux, apart, swelled, popped
+62%
-38%
" ... I’m so surprised that it works and fits inside the center console of a BMW ... "
" ... Has worked well in my Honda CRV. ... "
" ... It is small so it fit were I want it ... "
" ... Be careful to make sure the mini plug fits flush to your device. ... "
" ... The little device really fit the bill for me and allowed me to listen to podcasts in my car while charging my phone after the audio jack got excised from newer phones. ... "
" ... got this because my car did not have a tape deck like my truck did. ... "
Overall performance
10gets the job, done, performance, happy, good
+90%
-10%
" ... It does the job. ... "
" ... Very happy with the performance and recommend. ... "
" ... Does the job! ... "
" ... It does the job ... "
" ... Does the job well at a low price with quality audio. ... "
" ... Good product that gets the job done. ... "
" ... Nothing fancy but inexpensive and did the job! ... "
Comfort
10feels, well, time, like, good
+60%
-40%
" ... worked so well I bought another one to mod my ski helmet for wireless. ... "
" ... Like a sore peter, can’t beat it! ... "
" ... But if you don’t mind about how it feels this is a great product for you! ... "
" ... Fingers crossed this time. ... "
Network
9signal, feet, connection, terrible, often
+33%
-67%
" ... You will have connection issues very often ... "
" ... But there is some difficulty on connectivity often. ... "
" ... One drawback is the signal can be a bit spotty. ... "
" ... A lot of other people have complained about horrible signal/range so I'd look elsewhere, it's not worth he gamble. ... After a day the range went to less than 10 feet. ... Literally gets no signal if I'm sitting in front of my computer and holding the receiver in my hand. ... "
" ... Terrible reception even if my phone is right next to it. ... "
" ... Sometimes it says a pin is required (which should not be the case), and other times it simply says the connection failed. ... "
For Travel
8road trips, worked, used, trips, travel
+100%
" ... Absolutely will not travel without this. ... Even worked un our vacation condo's sound system. ... "
" ... Definitely a must for road trips, commuting, or just regular driving! ... "
" ... I mainly drive short trips, but this works like a charm every time. ... "
" ... It’s made my road trips very easy to listen to music and podcasts! ... "
" ... Used on the motorcycle for music on road trips. ... "
" ... I can’t speak to the battery life as I haven’t used it on a road trip yet. ... "
" ... Now I'll say this, don't put it in your pocket to make headphones Bluetooth, I've seen people do that and trip or fall and it can possibly steal you 3.5mm jack. ... "
Software Platform
7ios, siri, errors, connect, android
+57%
-43%
" ... I was going to consider purchases a new after market radio, but I found this through a Google search. ... "
" ... just use a equalizer app if you want it to sound perfect. ... "
" ... Easy interface with smartphone. ... "
" ... I bought this for my 2010 Kia Soul so I could listen to content from my Android phone. ... "
Product As Described
7see, described, attached, advertised
+100%
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Works as described ... "
" ... Works as stated. ... "
" ... See attached picture for where i stuck the 2 magnets inside. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... See my pictures attached. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
FM
7stereo, headphones, work, sounds, sound quality
+86%
-14%
" ... Works good to hook up my Spotify on my factory radio. ... "
" ... Sound quality is a distinct improvement over radio receiver type. ... "
" ... Sounds just as clear as normal headphones or the radio. ... "
" ... I use it on my HD to listen to Iheart radio ... "
" ... I generally will switch to the radio stations, or turn off the stereo when I need to charge this device. ... "
" ... from radio headphones, home stereo, aux audio inputs in work trucks, work radios ! ... "
Defective Delivery
6got, faulty, product, defective, replacement
+50%
-50%
" ... I don't know if I got a faulty device, but it's a bummer. ... "
" ... when I got it it was faulty . ... "
" ... When I purchased and registered the item, I expected a quick resolution for a defective product. ... "
Noise Cancellation
5static, could, awful
+20%
-80%
" ... All kinds of extra noise. ... "
" ... In between songs it makes an awful lots squealing noise ... "
" ... Will make static noises occasionally. ... "
Apps
5phone, app, youtube, problem, google
+80%
-20%
" ... I was going to consider purchases a new after market radio, but I found this through a Google search. ... "
" ... just use a equalizer app if you want it to sound perfect. ... "
" ... So easy, doesn’t try to only use music app, my car pisses me off how it automatically uses the music app even if I’m already using YouTube, no such problem with this baby! ... "
" ... I bought this for my 2010 Kia Soul so I could listen to content from my Android phone. ... I really like the built in pause button since it is much more convenient than unlocking my phone and then opening the podcast app in order to pause. ... "
Delivery
5product, new one
+80%
-20%
" ... Ordered a new one and are patiently awaiting its arrival. ... "
" ... Item received as expected ... "
Features
5mode, feature, blue, light, get
+20%
-80%
" ... My ONLY complaint is the flashing blue light when its on. ... "
" ... No auto switch off feature. ... "
" ... Also wish it had an auto off and on feature when plugged in. ... "
As Gift
4+100%
" ... Will definitely it more as a gift. ... "
" ... Nice office gift. ... "
" ... This was a gift for my son . ... "
" ... If ever I need another for myself or as a gift, I know I'll be getting the updated version of this great product. ... "
Lagging
3-100%
" ... It will also sometimes randomly disconnect while using it. ... "
" ... It crashes over half the time when booting up. ... "
Cable Length
3cords, struggling, port, plug, car
+67%
-33%
" ... Also, the flexibility to either connect to the audio port of your car with the short pin or an audio cable is well thought out. ... "
" ... no more cords ... "
Design
3+67%
-33%
" ... It’s small and fashionable. ... "
" ... I get a lot of compliments on how convienient it is. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 396 meters
Connectivity
Bluetooth: Yes
3.5 mm Jack: Yes