LORELEI QC30
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
What Buyers Say
LORELEI QC30
The Lorelei QC30 Bluetooth headphones are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality and value at around $30. Users highlight deep bass, crisp highs, and effective noise cancellation, with many comparing them favorably to far more expensive brands. Battery life is another standout feature, lasting up to 48 hours of continuous use. Some users note a tight fit for larger heads and minor issues with vocal harshness at high volume, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Deep and punchy bass
- Crisp highs without fatigue
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life (up to 48 hours)
Cons
- Tight fit for larger heads
- Vocal harshness at high volume
- Headband ripples in the middle
- Tones instead of voice prompts
- Sound good but not great for some
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
The Sennheiser Accentum Plus Wireless headphones receive generally positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and long battery life, with several reviewers praising the adaptive ANC and touch controls. However, some users report issues with noise cancellation effectiveness in noisy environments like subways, occasional pairing delays, and a finicky tap feature on the right earcup. Overall, they are seen as a good value, especially for those upgrading from older models, but not without flaws.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable for long wear
- Long battery life (50 hours)
- Adaptive noise cancellation
- Touch controls and app integration
Cons
- Noise cancelling weak in subway
- Pairing takes 5-7 seconds
- Tap feature on right earcup unreliable
- Sweat resistance questionable
Scores
Specifications
| LORELEI QC30 | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Ear Cushion | protein | deep-cushioned |
| Headband | — | soft touch silicone-lined headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 37 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 10 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 560 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 106 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LORELEI QC30 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, 60H Playtime, Built-in Mic, Wireless Over Ear Headsets with Case,Bluetooth 5.4,Deep Bass Comfort Fit Soft-Earpads Fast Charging -White Smoke | AAC, aptX, aptX HD, CVSD, mSBC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Noise Cancelling - Quick-Charge Feature, Up to 50HR Playtime, Adaptive Hybrid ANC, Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones for Traveling, School, Black | S |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | Adaptive Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, GATT |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 min for 4 hours playback | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 800 mAh | 800 mAh |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Smart Control |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
LORELEI QC30
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Pricing
LORELEI QC30 offers 6.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 40 specs.
