Koss Utility 21299195352
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
Koss Utility 21299195352
The Koss KEB90 earphones deliver clear highs and punchy bass when paired with a DAC, but many users find the stock sound too bright and lacking bass without one. Build quality is a mixed bag—some appreciate the detachable cables and included tips, while others note flimsy wires and uncomfortable foam tips. Overall, they are a good value for the sale price, especially for those willing to use DSP correction or aftermarket ear tips.
Pros
- Clear highs with DAC
- Punchy bass with DAC
- Detachable cable design
- Comfortable silicone tips
- Good value on sale
Cons
- Bright sound without DAC
- Lack of bass without DAC
- Flimsy cable quality
- Uncomfortable foam tips
- Crinkling sound when inserting
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
| Koss Utility 21299195352 | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M & L Silicone Cushions and S & M Foam Cushions | — |
| Weight | 0.22 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 16 mm★ | 12 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 3★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 25 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Koss KEB90 Utility Earbud, Detachable Interchangeable Cord System, Noise Isolation Design, Stealth Grey | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Koss Utility 21299195352
- Strong sound (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average social proof (31st 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
SoundPEATS H3 offers 6.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 31 specs.
