LORELEI QC30
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
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
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Scores
Specifications
| LORELEI QC30 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | protein | Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| 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 Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | — | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 min for 4 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 800 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| 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
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
LORELEI QC30 offers 35.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 3 of 37 specs.
