QXQ S26
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
QXQ S26
Overall, users are very satisfied with these earbuds, praising their excellent value for money, comfortable fit, and clear sound quality. Many highlight the long battery life and easy Bluetooth connectivity, though a few note that the advertised battery life is exaggerated and the microphone could be better. The product is frequently recommended for its affordability and performance.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable fit
- Clear sound quality
- Long battery life
- Easy Bluetooth connectivity
Cons
- Exaggerated battery life claims
- Microphone quality could be better
- Slippery case makes removal difficult
- Earbuds may slip out occasionally
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
| QXQ S26 | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 13.399999618530273 mm★ | 12 mm |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | — | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | QXQ 2026 New Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones HiFi Stereo with 4 ENC Mic, 40H Mini Ear Buds in-Ear Noise Cancelling Earbuds, Ultra Light Sport Earphones for TV Smart Phone Laptop Computer | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | ENC | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 7 hrs | 7 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 mins for 2 hours | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 33 hrs | 37 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX7 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
QXQ S26
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- 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
QXQ S26 offers 6.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 30 specs.
