Open-Ear
1MORE S31
66Good
$32
Full review data1MORE S31 vs QCY Crossky C50: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the QCY Crossky C50 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: QCY Crossky C50 - Outstanding overall at around $40.
Open-Ear
QCY Crossky C50
81Outstanding
$40
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
QCY Crossky C50 leads on 3 of 6 measures.
- 1MORE S31
- QCY Crossky C50
HearWiki score
66
81
Sound
5.9
8.3
Battery
7.5
7.4
Calls
5.8
7.8
Value
9.2
9.2
Price (USD)
$32
$40
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Mixed generations
Both shipped in 2025. Neither is straightforwardly newer: the 1MORE S31 brings Top codec aptX against AAC, while the QCY Crossky C50 answers with Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.3. The QCY Crossky C50 answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing, Custom EQ and Companion app.
- S312025
- Crossky C502025
What differsS31Crossky C50
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- 6.0
- Top codec
- aptX
- AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- No
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- No
- Yes
- Companion app
- No
- Yes
Platform
Everyday features
Level on: Wireless charging, USB-C, Water resistance.
Specifications
S31Crossky C50
- Type
- Open-Ear
- Open-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $32
- $40
- HearWiki score
- 66
- 81
- Released
- 2025
- 2025
- Availability
- Sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 14.2 mm dynamic
- 10.8 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 14.2 mm
- 10.8 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Sound signature
- -
- neutral
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- -
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- 6.0
- Codecs
- SBC, AAC, aptX
- SBC, AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- No
- Yes
- Wireless range
- 10 m
- 10 m
- Battery life
- 8 h
- 7.5 h
- Battery incl. case
- 30 h
- 35 h
- Full charge time
- 90 min
- 90 min
- Quick charge
- -
- 10 min → 2 h
- Wireless charging
- Yes
- Yes
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- ANC type
- none
- -
- Companion app
- No
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- No
- Yes
- Wear detection
- No
- -
- Controls
- -
- touch
- Weight
- 8.2 g
- 5.2 g
- Case weight
- 63.6 g
- -
- Water resistance
- IPX5
- IPX5
- Foldable
- No
- -
- Detachable cable
- No
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- Yes
- Microphones
- 4
- 4
- Call noise reduction
- Yes
- Yes
- Call NR technology
- DNN
- AI ENC
What reviewers said
1MORE S31
The 1MORE S31 are open-ear wireless earbuds that prioritize comfort and awareness of your surroundings. They deliver solid audio with aptX support and a lightweight, IPX5-rated design, making them a practical pick for everyday listening and calls. With 8 hours of playtime per charge and 30 total with the case, they offer dependable wireless performance at a budget-friendly price.
- Pro:Very good sound quality for the price
- Pro:Comfortable open-ear fit with awareness of surroundings
- Pro:IPX5 water resistance for workouts and light rain
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:No multipoint connection for multiple devices
- Con:No companion app for custom EQ or controls
QCY Crossky C50
The QCY Crossky C50 are open-ear clip-on earbuds that deliver solid everyday performance for a modest price. They combine a bass-leaning, practical sound with long battery life, multipoint connectivity, and a comfortable, secure fit that keeps you aware of your surroundings. While not aimed at audiophiles, they're a well-rounded, feature-packed option for budget-conscious listeners.
- Pro:Comfortable, secure open-ear clip design
- Pro:Long battery life with charging case
- Pro:Multipoint pairing and Bluetooth 6.0
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Sound is more practical than premium
- Con:Touch controls may be sensitive
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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