Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC
Poly
43 Overall Score
vs
Soundcore Life Q20
Soundcore
90 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC
No customer feedback yet
Soundcore Life Q20
87 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
Users overwhelmingly praise these headphones for their exceptional value, comfort, and impressive noise cancellation at a budget price. Battery life is a standout feature, with one user reporting 60% charge remaining after two weeks of use. A few minor complaints include the headphones being slightly heavy and the lack of a clear power indicator light. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive, with most reviewers recommending them as a top budget pick.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Impressive noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Slightly heavy on the head
- No clear power indicator light
- Noise cancelling not confirmed for wired mode
Value for money 8
Noise cancellation 7
Battery life 5
Comfort 5
Sound quality 6
Bluetooth pairing 4
Scores
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Specifications
| Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC | Soundcore Life Q20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | plush ear cushions | memory foam |
| Headband | Lightweight headband with sling | memory foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 4★ |
| Freq Min | — | 16 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Poly - Voyager Focus 2 UC USB-C Headset (Plantronics) - Bluetooth Dual-Ear (Stereo) Headset with Boom Mic - USB-C PC/Mac Compatible - Active Noise Canceling - Works with Teams, Zoom (Certified) & More | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch |
| Surround | Poly - Voyager Focus 2 UC USB-C Headset (Plantronics) - Bluetooth Dual-Ear (Stereo) Headset with Boom Mic - USB-C PC/Mac Compatible - Active Noise Canceling - Works with Teams, Zoom (Certified) & More | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 19 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Teams, Zoom | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | soundcore app |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average battery (21st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Soundcore Life Q20
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC0.229score per dollar
vs
Soundcore Life Q201.963score per dollar
Soundcore Life Q20 offers 8.6x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Soundcore Life Q20
Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 41 specs.
