Soundcore P31i
Linsoul Arete ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete
What Buyers Say
Soundcore P31i
The Soundcore P31i earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, effective active noise cancellation, and impressive battery life, all at a very affordable price. Users highlight the companion app's powerful EQ and adaptive ANC features, though a few note fit issues with the ear tips. Overall, they are seen as a fantastic value, often compared favorably to much more expensive competitors like AirPods.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Powerful companion app with EQ
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
Cons
- Ear tips may not fit all ear shapes
- Case is larger than previous models
- App requires data collection
- Translation feature is tricky
Linsoul Arete ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete
The Ziigaat Arete IEMs receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional detail retrieval and directional audio, making them a top choice for competitive gaming. Users praise the crisp sound, good bass, and overall value under $300, though some note a tight fit and delicate stock cable. A few verified reviews report quality control issues like a defective balanced armature or left earbud volume drop, and the warranty process is described as frustrating. Overall, the Arete is seen as a strong performer for gaming and music, but potential buyers should consider aftermarket tips and cables.
Pros
- Exceptional detail retrieval
- Excellent directional audio for gaming
- Crisp and clear sound
- Good bass without muddiness
- Great value under $300
Cons
- Tight fit for some users
- Delicate stock cable
- Short cable length (approx. 2 ft)
- Hissing noise with certain adapters
- Quality control issues (defective BA, volume drop)
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | Linsoul Arete ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear monitor |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.22 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 5★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | 9 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | 108 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | Linsoul ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete in Ear Monitor, 1DD+4BA Hybrid Earphone IEM, Wired Gaming Earbuds, Studio Monitor Tunning, with Detachable IEM Cable for Musician Audiophile(Black) |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | soundcore | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | — |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore P31i
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Linsoul Arete ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (28th percentile)
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore P31i
Linsoul Arete ZiiGaat x Fresh Reviews Arete
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 34 specs.
