QCY H3S
AILIHEN MS300
What Buyers Say
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
AILIHEN MS300
Users generally praise these headphones for their attractive design, comfort, and durability, especially for the price. Sound quality is considered good for the cost, though some note it is not top-tier and noise cancellation is passive rather than active. A few complaints mention the straight plug design and overly long cord, and one user found the fit too large for smaller heads.
Pros
- Attractive design and colors
- Comfortable ear cushions
- Durable build quality
- Good sound for the price
- Foldable for easy storage
Cons
- Straight plug design
- Overly long cord
- Passive noise cancellation only
- Fit too large for small heads
- No active noise cancellation
Scores
Specifications
| QCY H3S | AILIHEN MS300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.24 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather | plush ear cushions |
| Headband | adjustable headband | adjustable headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Impedance | 40 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | AILIHEN MS300 Purple Girl Headphones Wired with Microphone for Chromebook Laptop Computer, 3.5mm Foldable Lightweight on-Ear Headphones for School Teen Students |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 102 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 7★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | QCY App | — |
| App | QCY App | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
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)
AILIHEN MS300
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
QCY H3S offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 30 specs.