Soundcore P31i
Cillso H97
What Buyers Say
Soundcore P31i
The Soundcore P31i earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, effective active noise cancellation, and impressive battery life, all at a very affordable price. Users highlight the companion app's powerful EQ and adaptive ANC features, though a few note fit issues with the ear tips. Overall, they are seen as a fantastic value, often compared favorably to much more expensive competitors like AirPods.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Powerful companion app with EQ
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
Cons
- Ear tips may not fit all ear shapes
- Case is larger than previous models
- App requires data collection
- Translation feature is tricky
Cillso H97
The Cillso H97 True Wireless earbuds receive generally positive feedback for their sound quality, battery life, and value for money, though comfort and fit are recurring concerns. Many users praise the clear audio and stable Bluetooth 5.4 connection, while several report that the earbuds feel loose or fall out easily due to the lack of silicone tips. Battery life and the charging case with its digital display are frequently highlighted as strong points, but a few mention discomfort or pain after extended wear. Overall, sentiment is positive but tempered by fit issues that may affect usability for some.
Pros
- Clear sound quality
- Stable Bluetooth 5.4 connection
- Long battery life
- Convenient charging case with digital display
- Good value for money
Cons
- Loose fit without silicone tips
- Poor noise cancellation
- Uncomfortable for some ears
- Left earbud stops working
- Falls out during activity
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | Cillso H97 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | s |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 14.199999809265137 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | 110 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Built-In Voice Assistant, Microphone Included, Surround Sound, Volume Control, Waterproof |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Environmental Noise Cancellation |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.4★ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3.5 hours playback | Type-C fast charging |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | 40 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | voice assistants |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | iOS, Android |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX7 |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore P31i
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Cillso H97
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 36 specs.