TOZO Crystal Pods
Philips SHS3200 SHS3300
What Buyers Say
TOZO Crystal Pods
The TOZO Crystal Pods and NC20 earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, comfortable fit, and impressive battery life at an affordable price point. Users highlight the effective active noise cancellation, customizable EQ via the TOZO app, and reliable call quality with multiple microphones. A few minor criticisms include the app's limitations during calls, occasional fit issues for small ears, and the lack of a battery indicator on some models, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- App limitations during calls
- Fit issues for small ears
- No battery indicator on some models
- Touch controls prone to accidental touches
- Microphone quality could be better for price
Philips SHS3200 SHS3300
These Philips over-ear hook earbuds have a mixed reputation. Long-time users report a noticeable decline in build quality, with thin cords and frequent one-sided audio failures within months. However, they remain popular among active users who need earbuds that stay put during running, and the sound quality is generally praised for the low price. The main complaints center on durability and a stiff, uncomfortable ear band.
Pros
- Secure fit during running
- Good sound quality for price
- Comfortable ear-hook design
- Great value at low price
- Stays in place during activity
Cons
- Thin, fragile cord
- One-sided audio failure within months
- Stiff and uncomfortable ear band
- Declining build quality over years
- Interferes with sunglasses
Scores
Specifications
| TOZO Crystal Pods | Philips SHS3200 SHS3300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | Medium | — |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 15 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB | 100 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Philips SHS3200BK Flexible Earhook Headphones, Black |
| Surround | Stereo, Surround | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 7 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10-minute charge gives 2+ hours of play | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 35 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Other | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | TOZO App | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 | — |
Pros & Cons
TOZO Crystal Pods
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Philips SHS3200 SHS3300
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
TOZO Crystal Pods offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 82 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 37 specs.
