SoundMAGIC E10C
Sony LinkBuds Fit WFLS910N/B
What Buyers Say
SoundMAGIC E10C
The SoundMAGIC E10C earphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent value, robust build quality, and enjoyable bass-heavy sound signature. Users appreciate the braided cable, magnetic earbuds, and included accessories like the carrying case and multiple ear tips. However, some note issues with the angled plug causing disconnection in pockets, a slightly bass-heavy sound that may not suit all genres, and occasional difficulties with ear tip reattachment or call quality.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Robust build quality
- Great bass-heavy sound
- Braided tangle-free cable
- Magnetic earbuds
Cons
- Angled plug disconnects in pocket
- Sound can be too bass-heavy
- Difficult to reattach ear tips
- Call quality could be better
- Vocals recessed in soundstage
Sony LinkBuds Fit WFLS910N/B
The Sony LinkBuds are highly praised for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and battery life. Users appreciate the customizable EQ via the Sony app and find the fit secure for activities like strength training, though some note the touch controls can be finicky. The main drawbacks are the bulky design and battery life when using multipoint or ANC, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with deep bass
- Very comfortable for long wear
- Secure fit with wing tips
- Customizable EQ via Sony app
- Great battery life with quick charge
Cons
- Finicky and sensitive touch controls
- Bulky design
- Battery life drops with multipoint or ANC
- Touch controls limited to presets
- Audio quality may wash out at high volume with ANC
Scores
Specifications
| SoundMAGIC E10C | Sony LinkBuds Fit WFLS910N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | — | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | 5 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 46 Ω | 11 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | 360 Reality Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 5.5 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5-minute quick charge provides up to an hour of playback |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 21 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
SoundMAGIC E10C
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (26th percentile)
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony LinkBuds Fit WFLS910N/B
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (7th percentile)7th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 39 specs.
