QCY MeloBuds N20
Sony WF-C700N
What Buyers Say
QCY MeloBuds N20
Users generally appreciate the QCY N20 MeloBuds for their excellent sound quality relative to the low price, with several noting surprisingly good bass. Comfort and fit are praised, though one user with small ears experienced discomfort after extended use. Noise cancellation is considered decent but not top-tier, and some users found the need to download an app for full controls a minor drawback. Overall, these earbuds are seen as a great value for around $30.
Pros
- Excellent sound for the price
- Surprisingly good bass
- Comfortable fit
- Good battery life
- Multi-device Bluetooth connection
Cons
- May cause ear pain for small ears after long use
- Noise cancellation is not top-tier
- Requires app download for full controls
- No volume control on earbuds
- Slightly less midrange distinction
Sony WF-C700N
The Sony WF-C700N earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation for the price, but a significant number report issues with fit, connectivity, and durability, with some experiencing failures within months. The microphone quality on calls is a common complaint, and the mandatory app setup frustrates some. Overall, it's a budget-friendly option with solid audio but inconsistent reliability.
Pros
- Great sound quality for price
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Poor microphone quality on calls
- Fit issues for some users
- Connectivity problems
- Durability concerns
- Mandatory app installation
Scores
Specifications
| QCY MeloBuds N20 | Sony WF-C700N | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.08 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 13 mm★ | 5 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | 33 Hz |
| Freq Max | 3 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | — | SONY WFC700N/G Headphones (Refreshed) | SONY | WF-C700N/G | In-Ear | 1.0000 | July 06, 2023 | With an IPX4 rating, splashes and sweat wont stop these headphones | Turn off your surroundings with Noise |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | — |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs | 15 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 0.16670000553131104 hrs★ | 1.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 2 hours playback | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 40 hrs★ | 15 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | QCY APP | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
QCY MeloBuds N20
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (88th percentile)88th %ile
Sony WF-C700N
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 38 specs.