CCA 1
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
CCA 1
The CCA CRA IEMs are widely praised for their excellent sound quality and value for money, especially for bass-heavy genres like EDM. However, several users report durability issues, with the left channel failing or the cable connection wearing out within a month. Customer service is responsive, replacing defective units, but the reliability concerns temper overall enthusiasm.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Great bass response and punch
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Good for EDM and gaming
- Responsive customer service
Cons
- Left channel fails within a month
- Cable connection wears out quickly
- Default tuning can be sibilant
- Mids can sound slightly muddy
- No chin slider on cable
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 1 | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | 25 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | CCA CRA in Ear Monitor, Ultra-Thin Diaphragm Dynamic Driver IEM Earphones, Clear Sound & Deep Bass in Ear Headphones, Wired Gaming Earbuds with 2 Pin Detachable Cable for Singer Musicians Drummers | 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 |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
CCA 1
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (28th percentile)
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
- 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
CCA 1 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 26 specs.
