Soundcore Life Q20
Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Life Q20
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
Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC
The Poly Voyager Focus 2 is highly praised for its excellent build quality, clear audio, and effective noise cancellation, making it ideal for long work calls. Users appreciate the comfort for extended wear and seamless connectivity with multiple devices. However, some note minor issues like occasional audio sync delays, a finicky mic connection, and discomfort after prolonged use. Overall, it's a reliable headset that significantly enhances the call experience despite a few quirks.
Pros
- Excellent build quality
- Clear audio and good bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable for long wear
- Seamless multi-device connectivity
Cons
- Occasional audio sync delay
- Finicky mic connection
- Discomfort after prolonged use
- Cannot charge while in use
- Noise cancellation mutes own voice
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Life Q20 | Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.13 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | plush ear cushions |
| Headband | memory foam | Lightweight headband with sling |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 4★ | — |
| Freq Min | 16 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | 102 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch | 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 (Certified), Zoom & more |
| 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 (Certified), Zoom & more |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | Advanced Digital Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.1★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 19 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Voice Control |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore app | Microsoft Teams |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
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
Poly Voyager Focus 2 UC
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average battery (21st percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore Life Q20 offers 5.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 41 specs.
