DOQAUS LIFE 3
QCY H3S
What Buyers Say
DOQAUS LIFE 3
These headphones receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the excellent battery life, comfort, and sound quality for the price, with some reporting over a year of use. However, durability is a major concern, with multiple reports of buttons failing, the headband breaking, and ear pads peeling within months. The noise isolation is also inconsistent, working well for some but letting in ambient noise for others.
Pros
- Excellent battery life
- Comfortable for long wear
- Good sound quality for price
- Affordable price
- Foldable design
Cons
- Poor durability (buttons, headband, ear pads)
- Cheap charging cable
- Inconsistent noise isolation
- Uncomfortable for glasses wearers
- Headband padding insufficient
QCY H3S
The QCY H3S headphones are widely praised for their exceptional active noise cancellation, which rivals far more expensive models. Sound quality is good, especially after EQ adjustments, and comfort is excellent for long sessions. Battery life is outstanding, and the value for money is considered unbeatable. Some users note the default tuning is muddy and the headphones are quite large.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Excellent value for money
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Good sound after EQ adjustment
Cons
- Default tuning is muddy
- Large size may not suit all
- App not perfect on iOS
- Bass not extreme for EDM
- No 3.5mm cable included
Scores
Specifications
| DOQAUS LIFE 3 | QCY H3S | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.24 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | protein leather |
| Headband | high-strength nylon | adjustable headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 2 | 2 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 40 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | DOQAUS Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear, 90H Playtime, 3 EQ Modes, HiFi Audio, ENC Mic, Reinforced Durable Frame & Soft Earpads for Extended Wear, Phone, PC, Travel | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | ANC | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 90 hrs | 102 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 5 hours playback | 10 min for 7 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 7★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | QCY App |
| App | DOQAUS App | QCY App |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
DOQAUS LIFE 3
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
QCY H3S
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 31 specs.
