Philips TAUE101BK/00
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
Philips TAUE101BK/00
The Philips TAE2146BK/00 in-ear headphones receive mixed feedback, with many praising the superb sound quality and value for money, especially for jazz, rock, and pop. However, a significant minority report extremely poor sound quality, cheap build materials, and misleading product descriptions. The USB-C connection and comfortable fit are commonly appreciated, but the microphone is noted as weak.
Pros
- Superb sound quality for jazz, rock, pop
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable and secure fit
- USB-C connectivity
- Durable cable resists bending
Cons
- Poor sound quality for some users
- Cheap plastic build
- Very thin wire
- Misleading product photos and descriptions
- Weak microphone
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
| Philips TAUE101BK/00 | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | three sizes of interchangeable rubber ear tips | — |
| Weight | — | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | PHILIPS Wired Earbuds 3.5mm jack connector with Microphone, in Ear Headphones with mic, Powerful Bass, Lightweight, 3.5mm jack connector Wired Earphones, 3-Button in-line Remote Ear Buds (Black-Gray) | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| 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 | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Philips TAUE101BK/00
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd 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
Philips TAUE101BK/00 offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 28 specs.
