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Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 vs Lypertek PUREPLAY C3: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 - Outstanding overall at around $99.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Cambridge Audio Melomania A100
  • Lypertek PUREPLAY C3
HearWiki score
86
64
Sound
9.0
7.9
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
8.5
9.1
Calls
8.0
6.5
Value
9.6
6.8
Price (USD)
$99
$120

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?

New platform

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 (2025) against Lypertek PUREPLAY C3 (2024). The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.2, Top codec aptX Lossless against aptX Adaptive and ANC type Adaptive against None.

  • Melomania A10020251 yr newer
  • PUREPLAY C32024
What differsMelomania A100PUREPLAY C3

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.2
Top codec
aptX Lossless
aptX Adaptive
ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

Transparency mode
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IPX5
IP65

Level on: Multipoint pairing, Wireless charging, USB-C.

Specifications

Melomania A100PUREPLAY C3
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$99
$120
HearWiki score
86
64
Released
2025
2024
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10 mm dynamic
2-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
25 Ω
-
Bluetooth
5.4
5.2
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Battery life
11 h
8 h
Battery life (ANC on)
6.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
39 h
200 h
Full charge time
66 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 3.2 h
15 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
none
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Google Assistant, Siri
-
Weight
9.4 g
5 g
Case weight
38.7 g
-
Water resistance
IPX5
IP65
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Pad material
silicone
-
Microphones
6
2
Call noise reduction
Yes
-

What reviewers said

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100

The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 are true wireless earbuds that deliver a versatile feature set at a mid-range price. They combine adaptive active noise cancellation with high-resolution wireless audio support, including LDAC and aptX Lossless, along with a comfortable, water-resistant design. With a lengthy total battery life and convenient extras like wireless charging and multipoint, they aim to be a well-rounded daily companion.

  • Pro:Excellent codec support including LDAC and aptX Lossless
  • Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency mode for flexible listening
  • Pro:Long total battery life with wireless charging case
  • Con:Battery life drops significantly with ANC enabled
  • Con:Touch controls may take time to master
  • Con:No mention of ear tips or fit accessories in specs

Lypertek PUREPLAY C3

The Lypertek PUREPLAY C3 are true wireless earbuds that combine a hybrid dual-driver setup with robust wireless features like Bluetooth 5.2 and aptX Adaptive. They offer impressive battery longevity, including a case that extends playback to 200 hours, along with an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance. With multipoint connectivity and wireless charging, they are a feature-rich option for those prioritizing durability and battery life over active noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Hybrid dual-driver sound with aptX Adaptive support
  • Pro:Exceptional battery life of 8 hours per charge and 200 with case
  • Pro:IP65 dust and water resistance for rugged use
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:No companion app or custom EQ adjustments
  • Con:Touch controls may be less precise for some users

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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