Riwbox AC2
QCY H3S
What Buyers Say
Riwbox AC2
The Riwbox Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones receive generally positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and battery life, with many users praising the value for money. However, a significant number of reviews mention issues such as high-pitched feedback or squealing after calls, connectivity problems, and poor customer support. While the noise cancellation and lightweight design are appreciated, durability concerns and inconsistent mic performance for calls are noted.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality for price
- Comfortable to wear
- Long battery life
- Lightweight design
Cons
- High-pitched feedback/squealing after calls
- Poor customer support
- Fuzzy sound quality in some units
- Connectivity issues
- Mic not ideal for long calls
QCY H3S
The QCY H3S headphones are widely praised for their exceptional active noise cancellation, which rivals far more expensive models. Sound quality is good, especially after EQ adjustments, and comfort is excellent for long sessions. Battery life is outstanding, and the value for money is considered unbeatable. Some users note the default tuning is muddy and the headphones are quite large.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Excellent value for money
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Good sound after EQ adjustment
Cons
- Default tuning is muddy
- Large size may not suit all
- App not perfect on iOS
- Bass not extreme for EDM
- No 3.5mm cable included
Scores
Specifications
| Riwbox AC2 | QCY H3S | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg | 0.24 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | protein | protein leather |
| Headband | — | adjustable headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 40 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Riwbox Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth Headset, 60H Playtime, High-Fidelity, Foldable, Comfort&Immersion for Work/Commuting (Blue) | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs | 102 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 7 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 7★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | QCY App |
| App | — | QCY App |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Riwbox AC2
- Strong battery (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong comfort (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (69th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
QCY H3S
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Riwbox AC2 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 30 specs.
