Cardo Packtalk Edge vs Freecom 4x - Which is the one for you?

Over the last year, I've given the Cardo Packtalk Edge and Freecom 4X Bluetooth helmet comms a thorough long-term test. But which one should you choose? The Packtalk Edge sits at the top of the Cardo range, with the Freecom 4X somewhere in the middle. Are the features of the PackTalk Edge worth the extra money?

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00:00 - Intro
01:05 - Prices
01:45 - Spec Differences
02:11 - Mesh
03:30 - Fitting
04:26 - Speaker Options
07:23 - Are they waterproof?
08:35 - Smartphone App
10:17 - Battery Life
11:04 - Voice Command
12:10 - Sound Quality
13:16 - Which one should you buy?
16:06 - Wrap Up

[IanH-UK]

Now if only Sena and Cardo could play nicely and agree on a universal mesh system....

[andybrown]

Just bought the Cardo 4x. Been running around the house with the helmet on and so far great. First ride this weekend. Good times and ride on bros

[keithkeller]

The most useful comparison review between these two Cardo units that I have seen. Helped me decide to go with the Freecom 4X. Don’t ride in groups and the Edge is big and sticks out too much for my taste. Thank you.

[couplebikes]

Had a cheap Amazon set for a few years but the constant having to plug in the micro usb cable took it's toll on the connector, causing drop outs and finally giving up. Last December purchased the Freecom 4x and what a difference. Excellent sound quality as you said. Great battery life and nice to have a cradle with contacts so no plugging in. Didn't really need a Mesh system for just the two of us. Good range with quick re connect if get separated.

[hafiziVlog]

thanks for the great comparison. really answered a lot of my doubts regarding these two. i would go for freecom since i ride solo most of the time and listening to music is no 1 for me👍🏻👍🏻

[rikkidrr]

Great comparison video! You covered pretty much everything I needed to know about both units so now I can make an informed decision and pick up the best unit for me. Thanks!

[youcanthide]

Fantastic, thanks for this video mate. This is exactly what I was looking for incredibly comprehensive.

[bloodknottrevelian]

When we first started using comms we bought the Freecom 4 and we’re very pleased with it. However, in our group of four riders it meant that two who had Cardo Mesh units had to run them in Bluetooth mode. Connecting all four units was a total pain but once connected the sound quality was good. The opportunity to upgrade to Packtalk Bold units meant all four of us are now able to connect via Mesh. As good as the Freecom 4 units are you really need to go for the Mesh units. Connecting is so much easier and in Wales this year we had eight of the group of nine all connected without any problems. Mention was made of the waterproof rating, you won’t find this on the Senna units, need I say more? So go Cardo and go Mesh. There is a Cardo Mesh unit cheaper than the Edge, called Neo.

[heybruh]

I've owned the Freecom for quite awhile. It's been solid and works pretty well between myself and my passenger. However, I had to relocate it on our helmets because when wearing a jacket with a collar, the collar would hit the wheel causing some interruptions. We've also had (rarely) just unknown intercom disconnects. That can be frustrating. But overall, I would buy it again. That said, I am taking advantage of the sale on the Edge with the new mount and with the wheel more integrated. We've friends who are using it so we can also expand our ride group with ease!

[_sam]

I got the 4x for me and spirit for my pillion. Works perfectly

[staceypettorini]

I have the 4x it’s good but I would prefer the edge. I like the fact of the mesh!

[wheelsrbest]

Just want to echo the compliments of every one else. great video. Never really wanted to buy one but myself a mate and my son in law are both off to France next month and they have Sena's. I initially thought of buying a Sena Spider but worried about its water resistance decided to push the envelope and brought for the extra money a FC 4 X. Seems given your video it wasn't a bad chose.

[MOTOUK]

Must admit I use the voice control all the time on the Bold! Find that a really useful function. Hands free is definitely very helpful. And sound is good.

[michaelhuang]

Great video mate. Ive got a bold and black and two slims. They all still work great. They dont have usb c fast charge but thats about it.

[JoeFurtado-xvno]

I have had the freedom 4 for the last 6 months I’ve ridden over 2k miles some really long days after 10 hours in the saddle it’s still has plenty of power. I use it to listen to Music while I ride and talk to my buddy who has coms. The lowest I got my cardo too was 25% I power after 12 hours of use. I will be upgrading to the edge due to more of my friends having Cardo’s

[billesbacon]

Much appreciated and exactly the review I needed. I plan to get the Cardo PacTalk Edge to talk with my bacon crew.

[marcusgeorge]

Hi Tony, great review. Thank you. I purchased the Pactalk bold black edition as I wanted the 45 mm speakers. However, still disappointed with the sound. Your in ear system has got me think and I’ll now be looking at this option. Very happy. Apart from me not being a huge fan of the speakers the voice control is superb.

[bbumble]

The trick is to register your Cardo “external device” on your iPhone as an external speaker rather than earphones. This avoids the safety limits on earphones.

[merseamoto]

Really can’t see these days why anyone would like a headset without Mesh. It’s just a shame that Cardo and Sena don’t talk to each other on Mesh. Resolving this would be so much better for all those who use comms and can talk to anyone then.
Good review though Tony, thanks.

[Vkesu]

My husband and I have used the Freedom 4X but we only get about 4 hours out of the batteries because it's constant use. He rides a bike and I have a sxs and we are constantly chattering while following each other on the trails. We just purchased the packtalk edge for me so we can have a couple extra to switch to while the other is charging. That was a real downer finding out the battery isn't as good as many have said while in constant use.