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CMF Clip Pro 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.

Score breakdown

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

QCY Crossky C50 leads on 5 of 6 measures.

  • CMF Clip Pro
  • QCY Crossky C50
HearWiki score
76
81
Sound
7.0
8.3
Battery
7.7
7.4
Calls
6.8
7.8
Value
9.1
9.2
Price (USD)
$57
$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

CMF Clip Pro (2026) against QCY Crossky C50 (2025). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the CMF Clip Pro brings Top codec LDAC against AAC, while the QCY Crossky C50 answers with Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4.

  • Clip Pro20261 yr newer
  • Crossky C502025
What differsClip ProCrossky C50

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Top codec
LDAC
AAC

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes
Water resistance
IP54
IPX5

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

Clip ProCrossky C50
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$57
$40
HearWiki score
76
81
Released
2026
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
10.8 mm dynamic
10.8 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.8 mm
10.8 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
-
neutral
Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
10 h
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
32.5 h
35 h
Full charge time
-
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 4 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
both
touch
Weight
5.9 g
5.2 g
Case weight
38.8 g
-
Water resistance
IP54
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
4
4
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI ENC

What reviewers said

CMF Clip Pro

The CMF Clip Pro are lightweight open-ear earbuds designed to clip onto your ear, offering a secure and comfortable fit for everyday use. They feature a 10.8mm dynamic driver with support for LDAC, AAC, and SBC codecs, along with Bluetooth 5.4 and multipoint connectivity. With up to 10 hours of playback per charge and a total of 32.5 hours with the case, these earbuds provide solid battery life, though they lack active noise cancellation and transparency modes.

  • Pro:Lightweight at just 5.9 grams
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-resolution audio
  • Pro:Multipoint connection for seamless device switching
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Battery life with case is moderate at 32.5 hours
  • Con:No wireless charging support

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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