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Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 vs SoundPEATS TruEngine 3 SE: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 - Great overall at around $93.

Score breakdown

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

Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery9.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
SoundPEATS TruEngine 3 SE
Sound6.0
Battery5.5
Calls6.0
Value6.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 vs SoundPEATS TruEngine 3 SE
SpecCambridge Audio Melomania M100SoundPEATS TruEngine 3 SE
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$93$48
HearWiki score82 / 100 · Great62 / 100 · Average
Released20242020
Audio
Driver10mmhybrid
Driver size10 mm6 mm
Drivers per side22
Frequency response-20Hz-20kHz
Impedance-32 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth5.35.0
Bluetooth version5.35.0
CodecsSBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX LosslessSBC, AAC, aptX, aptX-Adaptive
Multipoint pairingYesNo
Wireless range-10 m
Battery
Battery life16 h6.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)10 h-
Battery incl. case52 h30 h
Full charge time150 min120 min
Quick charge10 min = 1.5 h ANC on; 10 min = 2.4 h ANC off-
Wireless chargingYesNo
Features
Active noise cancellingYesNo
ANC typeadaptive-
Transparency modeYes-
Companion appYes-
Custom EQYes-
Wear detectionYes-
Controlstouchtouch
Voice assistantSiri / Google Assistant-
Design
Weight6.65 g5.7 g
Case weight53.3 g-
Water resistanceIPX4IPX5
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones64

What reviewers said

Cambridge Audio Melomania M100

The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 are feature-packed true wireless earbuds that deliver a warm, easy-going sound and a long list of modern conveniences. With adaptive ANC, aptX Lossless support, and a combined 52-hour battery life, they offer strong overall value for listeners who prioritize versatility and endurance. While their performance is solid for the price, some compromises in noise cancellation and transparency modes keep them from being flawless.

  • Pro:Very long total battery life with quick-charge support
  • Pro:Broad codec support including aptX Lossless
  • Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation for the price
  • Con:ANC performance is decent but not class-leading
  • Con:Transparency mode is relatively weak
  • Con:No specified frequency range from the manufacturer

SoundPEATS TruEngine 3 SE

The SoundPEATS TruEngine 3 SE are budget wireless earbuds that deliver a smooth, bass-heavy sound with solid battery life—around five to six hours per charge and up to 30 hours with the case. They offer good microphone quality and stable connectivity for the price, though they don't stand out as top-tier all-rounders in their class. Overall, they're a dependable everyday option for listeners who prioritize a warm, laid-back tuning and reliable performance over extra features.

  • Pro:Strong bass-forward sound with a smooth, relaxed character
  • Pro:Good battery life: ~5-6 hours per charge, 30 total with case
  • Pro:Clear microphone performance for calls
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or multipoint pairing
  • Con:Touch controls and fit may not suit everyone
  • Con:Not the best all-rounder in the budget segment

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

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