CCA Castor Pro
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
CCA Castor Pro
The KZ Castor Pro Bass Enhanced IEMs are overwhelmingly praised for their powerful, controlled bass and excellent clarity, especially when paired with a DAC. Users highlight the dual 10mm drivers, tuneable switches, and great value for the price, though comfort and stock ear tips are common complaints. A few users report durability issues or find the sound less impressive than cheaper alternatives, but the majority consider these a fantastic budget option for bass lovers.
Pros
- Powerful and controlled bass
- Excellent clarity and detail
- Great value for money
- Tuneable bass/treble switches
- Dual 10mm dynamic drivers
Cons
- Uncomfortable stock ear tips
- Mediocre overall comfort
- Requires DAC for best performance
- Durability concerns for some units
- Sound quality drops on low-end devices
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 Castor Pro | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Weight | — | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2 | 3★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | KZ Castor Pro Tunable in Ear Monitor, HiFi Improved Bass in Ear Headphone, Dual-Dynamic Driver Gaming Earbuds, IEM Earphones with 2PIN-C Detachable Cable | 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 Castor Pro
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th 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 Castor Pro offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 26 specs.
