True Wireless
1MORE Evo
82Great
$73
Full review data1MORE Evo vs QCY T18: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the 1MORE Evo comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: 1MORE Evo - Great overall at around $73.
True Wireless
QCY T18
68Good
$40
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
1MORE Evo
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery6.5
Calls6.0
Value8.0
QCY T18
Sound6.5
Battery6.0
Calls6.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | 1MORE Evo | QCY T18 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $73 | $40 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | hybrid | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 4 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 106 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Wireless | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Voice, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 7 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 5.5 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 28 h | 30 h |
| Full charge time | 60 min | 120 min |
| Quick charge | 15 min = 4 h | - |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | No |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | supported | Google Assistant, Siri, Bixby |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.7 g | 4.65 g |
| Case weight | 46.9 g | 43 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
| Foldable | - | No |
| Detachable cable | - | No |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 4 |
| Call noise reduction | - | cVc ENC |
What reviewers said
1MORE Evo
The 1MORE Evo true wireless earbuds deliver a well-rounded, balanced sound that stands out among competitors, with solid adaptive noise cancellation and a comfortable fit. They pack in LDAC support, wireless charging, and multipoint connectivity, though call quality can be inconsistent at times. Overall, they offer a strong feature set and impressive audio for the price, especially if found below the original asking price.
- Pro:Balanced, detailed sound that doesn't overemphasize bass
- Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation and transparency mode
- Pro:LDAC support for high-resolution wireless audio
- Con:Call quality can be inconsistent
- Con:No aptX codec support
- Con:Battery life is average at around 5 hours per charge
QCY T18
The QCY T18 MeloBuds stand out as a budget-friendly true wireless option that brings seamless multipoint connectivity to the table, allowing easy switching between devices. While the sound quality and call performance are decent for the price, they don't quite reach the polish of more premium earbuds, making them a solid but not exceptional choice for cost-conscious buyers.
- Pro:Excellent multipoint connectivity for the price
- Pro:Compact and lightweight design
- Pro:Good battery life with the charging case
- Con:Call quality could be clearer
- Con:Sound tuning feels less refined
- Con:No wireless charging or transparency mode
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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