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FiiO EH13 vs QCY H3 Lite ANC Wireless Headphones, 60H Playtime: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the FiiO EH13 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: FiiO EH13 - Outstanding overall at around $50.

Score breakdown

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

FiiO EH13 leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • FiiO EH13
  • QCY H3 Lite ANC Wireless Headphones, 60H Playtime
HearWiki score
86
65
Sound
8.0
6.5
Noise cancelling
8.0
6.8
Battery
10.0
8.7
Calls
8.0
5.8
Value
10.0
8.8
Price (USD)
$50
$64

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?

Half a step newer

FiiO EH13 (2026) against QCY H3 Lite ANC Wireless Headphones, 60H Playtime (2024). The FiiO EH13 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Top codec LDAC against AAC.

  • EH1320262 yr newer
  • H3 Lite ANC Wireless Headphones, 60H Playtime2024
What differsEH13H3 Lite ANC Wireless Headphones, 60H Playtime

Platform

Top codec
LDAC
AAC

Level on: ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

EH13H3 Lite ANC Wireless Headphones, 60H Playtime
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$50
$64
HearWiki score
86
65
Released
2026
2024
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
99 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
68 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
75 h
60 h
Battery life (ANC on)
45 h
50 h
Full charge time
120 min
120 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 11 h
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
buttons
buttons
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
278 g
260 g
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
5
1
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
ENC

What reviewers said

FiiO EH13

The FiiO EH13 is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone with 40mm dynamic drivers and hybrid active noise cancellation. It offers impressive battery life, LDAC support, and a foldable design, making it a versatile option for everyday use. App control and multipoint connectivity add to its convenience.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 75 hours
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-quality wireless audio
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium
  • Con:No aptX codec support
  • Con:Controls are button-based only

QCY H3 Lite ANC Wireless Headphones, 60H Playtime

The QCY H3 Lite is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that packs in hybrid active noise cancellation, multipoint connectivity, and a remarkable 60-hour battery life. It offers practical everyday features like app-based EQ and transparency mode, making it a strong value pick for those seeking versatile wireless listening without a premium price tag.

  • Pro:Exceptional 60-hour battery life (50 hours with ANC)
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC and transparency mode for flexible listening
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 for seamless device switching
  • Con:Sound quality is competent but not exceptional
  • Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs, no aptX support
  • Con:Single microphone may limit call clarity

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

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