Soundcore P31i
BASN Bmaster B5
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
BASN Bmaster B5
The BASN Bmaster 5 IEMs deliver impressive sound quality and value for musicians on a budget, with many praising the clear mids and highs, neutral soundstage, and comfortable fit with memory foam tips. However, several users report durability issues like caps falling off, cable failures, and left earpiece problems, sometimes within months. The included accessories (metal case, two cables, various ear tips) are well-regarded, and customer service appears responsive to defects. For vocalists and guitarists not requiring heavy bass, these are a strong upgrade over single-driver models, but those seeking robust bass or long-term reliability may have reservations.
Pros
- Crisp vocals and clear mids/highs
- Neutral soundstage with natural tonality
- Comfortable with memory foam ear tips
- Excellent build quality and professional look
- Generous accessories (metal case, two cables)
Cons
- Caps falling off earpieces
- Cable failures and static issues
- Left earpiece failure
- Bass response too flat for bassists
- Bulky fit protruding from ears
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | BASN Bmaster B5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | 12 sizes |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 8 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 5★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | 13 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | 107 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Detachable Silver-plated OFC Cable, HiFi Stereo Sound, Hybrid Five Drivers IEMs, Interchangeable 3.5& 4.4mm Plugs, Noise Isolation earbuds, Upgrade MMCX Connectors |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | 3.5mm |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | Water-Resistant |
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
BASN Bmaster B5
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average comfort (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore P31i offers 9.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 34 specs.
