True Wireless
1MORE Q21
72Good
$21
Full review data1MORE Q21 vs XG-12 TWS: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the 1MORE Q21 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 72. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: 1MORE Q21 - Good overall at around $21.
True Wireless
XG-12 TWS
24Weak
$12
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
1MORE Q21
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery5.5
Calls7.5
Value8.0
XG-12 TWS
Sound2.0
Battery2.0
Calls2.4
Value2.0
Specifications
| Spec | 1MORE Q21 | XG-12 TWS |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $21 | $12 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 24 / 100 · Weak |
| Released | 2025 | 2019 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 12 mm | 8 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 98 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.x | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | - |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 5.5 h | 3.2 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 4 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 22 h | 12.8 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min | 60 min |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | hybrid | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 40 g | 105 g |
| Case weight | 32.2 g | - |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | IPX5 |
| USB-C | Yes | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 2 | - |
| Call noise reduction | AI ENC | - |
What reviewers said
1MORE Q21
The 1MORE Q21 are budget true wireless earbuds that punch above their price with strong active noise cancellation, clear call quality, and enjoyable sound for music and gaming. They offer a practical feature set including LDAC support, multipoint connectivity, and touch controls, though battery life is only modest and the overall build feels more utilitarian than premium. For the low asking price, they deliver excellent everyday value, especially for those prioritizing ANC and voice clarity.
- Pro:Strong ANC for the price
- Pro:Clear and detailed sound with LDAC support
- Pro:Reliable call quality with dual mics
- Con:Battery life is below average
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Plastic build feels budget-oriented
XG-12 TWS
The XG-12 TWS earbuds are an ultra-budget option that delivers only passable sound quality for the price, but they are held back by a cheap-feeling case, unstable wireless connectivity, and audio that can come across as both muddy and tinny. While they work for basic listening, most users would be better served by spending a bit more for a more reliable and better-built pair.
- Pro:Very low price point
- Pro:Lightweight and compact design
- Pro:IPX5 water resistance for workouts
- Con:Unstable Bluetooth connection
- Con:Flaky build quality on the case
- Con:Muddy and tinny sound profile
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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