ICESOMNUS X12 PRO
The 14.2mm dynamic driver and semi-in-ear design deliver a natural, open soundstage ideal for all-day wear without ear fatigue. A 30-hour total battery life with the case and IPX5 water resistance provide reliable, splash-proof endurance for daily routines and light workouts. These earbuds are best for users prioritizing ambient awareness and long-term comfort during casual listening and office calls.
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Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
Nice sound trapped in a cheap, uncomfortable shell. The X12 PRO gets the audio right but fumbles the fit and build.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Sound quality punches above its price 91st
- Open-fit design avoids ear pressure 83rd
- Physical buttons are easy to click 74th
- Auto-connect works reliably 69th
Cons
- Comfort is a coin flip, too large for many ears
- ANC barely does anything
- Cheap plastic build with a scratch-prone case
- Battery life trails most competitors
What owners think
The Word on the Street
How owner sentiment changed over time
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The proof
Performance
Sound is the highlight here. The 14.2mm driver pushes clear vocals and a natural tone that lands in the 83rd percentile, which is genuinely impressive for a bud this cheap. But the comfort score sits at a rough 29th percentile, and that's the real story. Some people love the open fit, others say the buds are too large and the ear wings are too soft to do anything. Connectivity is middle of the pack, and the ANC is more of a suggestion than a feature. Battery life is a weak spot too, 6 hours in the buds and 30 total with the case puts it near the bottom of our database.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | semi-in-ear |
| Wearing Style | semi-in-ear |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 14.2 |
| Freq Min | 20 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Sensitivity | 101 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | Sabbat X12 PRO Semi in-Ear Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.4 TWS Headphones with Comfortable Open-Fit Design, Clear Calls, Button Siri Control, 30H Long Battery Life,IPX5 Waterproof(Flames) |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
| Profiles | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 6 |
| Charge Time | 1 |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Battery | 30 |
| Case Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Android Voice Assistant |
| Bone Conduction | No |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 |
vs Competition
The Soundcore P31i and EarFun Air Pro 4+ both offer better overall packages for similar money. The P31i has a more secure fit and better battery life, while the EarFun Air Pro 4+ brings stronger ANC and a more premium build. The Sony WF-C700N costs more but delivers comfort and noise cancellation that actually work. The X12 PRO's one advantage is that open-fit sound signature, but that's a narrow win.
| Spec | ICESOMNUS X12 PRO | Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100-N | Sony WF-1000XM6 | Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | Nothing Buds 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | semi-in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 13.5 | 6 |
| Case Battery Hours | 30 | 28 | 24 | 24 | 55 | 26 |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IP55 | IP57 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICESOMNUS X12 PRO | 73.6 | 67.2 | 91.2 | 83.1 | 20.1 | 28.1 | 51.3 | 68.6 | 66.1 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100-N Compare | 97.2 | 97.5 | 79.3 | 99 | 78.8 | 72 | 97.2 | 99.8 | 81.1 |
| Sony WF-1000XM6 Compare | 97.2 | 99.8 | 79.3 | 88.4 | 75.5 | 72 | 80.3 | 99.1 | 81.1 |
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Compare | 97.2 | 82 | 98.8 | 90.7 | 75.5 | 94.7 | 32.5 | 99.6 | 99.3 |
| Nothing Buds 2 Compare | 93 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 81.9 | 95.5 | 72 | 92.1 | 96.9 | 81.1 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro Compare | 97.2 | 97.5 | 98.8 | 93 | 72.9 | 94.7 | 32.5 | 99.6 | 90 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At $46 USD, the X12 PRO is a tough sell when you look at the whole package. The sound is good, but the comfort issues and weak battery life undercut the value. If you can find it on sale, it's a maybe. At full price, you're better off spending a bit more on something that fits properly.
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Overview
The ICESOMNUS Sabbat X12 PRO is a budget semi-in-ear bud that gets the basics right but stumbles on the details. The 14.2mm dynamic driver delivers surprisingly decent sound for the price, and the open-fit design means you won't get that plugged-up ear pressure. But the comfort story is all over the place, and the build quality feels cheaper than the spec sheet suggests.
Common Questions
Q: Do these stay in during workouts?
It's a gamble. The ear wings are too soft to provide real security, and several owners report them falling out during exercise. If you need buds for the gym, look at the Soundcore P31i instead.
Q: Is the noise cancellation any good?
Not really. The ANC is there on paper, but it's weak in practice. If you want actual noise cancellation, the EarFun Air Pro 4+ or Sony WF-C700N are much better choices.
Q: How's the battery life?
Underwhelming. You get about 6 hours from the buds and 30 total with the case. That's near the bottom of what we see in this category.
Who Should Skip This
If you have larger ears or need buds that stay put during workouts, this isn't it. The fit is too inconsistent and the ear wings are basically decorative. Go get the Soundcore P31i for a secure fit or the EarFun Air Pro 4+ for better everything else.
Verdict
The X12 PRO is a classic case of good idea, shaky execution. The sound is genuinely nice for the price, and the open-fit concept works if your ears are the right shape. But the comfort lottery, weak ANC, and cheap build make it hard to recommend over the competition. If you're set on semi-in-ear and have smaller ears, it's worth a look. Everyone else should keep scrolling.
