Soundcore P31i
Yinyoo KS1 Blue-ZSNpro with mic
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
Yinyoo KS1 Blue-ZSNpro with mic
The KBear KS1 in-ear monitors are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and incredible value for the price. Users highlight a well-balanced V-shaped sound signature with clear highs and tight bass, though some note a slight lack of sub-bass and a narrow soundstage. The build is considered solid for the price point, with a lightweight plastic body and metal nozzle, and the ear-hook design ensures a secure fit. A few users mention the cable could be thicker and that the stock tips may not fit everyone, but overall these are seen as a fantastic budget option for both casual listening and stage use.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Well-balanced V-shaped sound signature
- Clear highs and tight bass
- Lightweight and durable build
Cons
- Slight lack of sub-bass
- Narrow soundstage
- Cable could be thicker
- Stock ear tips may not fit all
- Mild bass bleed into mids
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | Yinyoo KS1 Blue-ZSNpro with mic | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear monitor |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | 3 pairs of silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | 18 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | 108 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | KBEAR KS1 Earphones in Ear Monitor Super Bass Wired Earbuds, Crystal Clear Sound IEM Headphones, High Resolution Noise Canceling Ear Monitors Headphone for Singers Musician Audifonos Auriculares |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | soundcore | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | — |
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
Yinyoo KS1 Blue-ZSNpro with mic
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 35 specs.
