CCA KZ ZAS kz_zas
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
CCA KZ ZAS kz_zas
The KZ ZAS in-ear monitors receive mixed feedback. Several users praise their comfort and value for the price, especially for drummers upgrading from older models. However, multiple verified buyers report units arriving broken or failing after first use, with issues like a broken filter, no sound, or intermittent audio cutting out. The overall sentiment is sharply divided between excellent budget performance and poor reliability.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Great value for the price
- Impressive sound for drummers
- Good upgrade from older models
Cons
- Units arrive broken or defective
- Audio cuts out intermittently
- Low volume handling capacity
- Poor build quality reported
- Filter breaks easily
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| CCA KZ ZAS kz_zas | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | s | — |
| Weight | 0.08 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 8★ | 3 |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Charging | proprietary | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
CCA KZ ZAS kz_zas
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
SoundPEATS H3 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 31 specs.
