QCY MeloBuds N20
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
QCY MeloBuds N20
Users generally appreciate the QCY N20 MeloBuds for their excellent sound quality relative to the low price, with several noting surprisingly good bass. Comfort and fit are praised, though one user with small ears experienced discomfort after extended use. Noise cancellation is considered decent but not top-tier, and some users found the need to download an app for full controls a minor drawback. Overall, these earbuds are seen as a great value for around $30.
Pros
- Excellent sound for the price
- Surprisingly good bass
- Comfortable fit
- Good battery life
- Multi-device Bluetooth connection
Cons
- May cause ear pain for small ears after long use
- Noise cancellation is not top-tier
- Requires app download for full controls
- No volume control on earbuds
- Slightly less midrange distinction
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| QCY MeloBuds N20 | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S | — |
| Weight | 0.08 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 13 mm★ | 12 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 3★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 3 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16670000553131104 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 2 hours playback | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 40 hrs★ | 37 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | QCY APP | PeatsAudio App |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
QCY MeloBuds N20
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (88th percentile)88th %ile
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
QCY MeloBuds N20 offers 3.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 33 specs.
