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Huawei FreeBuds Neo vs SoundPEATS H1: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Huawei FreeBuds Neo comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Huawei FreeBuds Neo - Outstanding overall at around $109.

Score breakdown

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

Huawei FreeBuds Neo leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Huawei FreeBuds Neo
  • SoundPEATS H1
HearWiki score
85
64
Sound
8.0
7.7
Noise cancelling
8.0
-
Battery
8.0
7.2
Calls
8.0
5.7
Value
9.0
-
Price (USD)
$110
$60

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

Huawei FreeBuds Neo (2026) against SoundPEATS H1 (2021). The Huawei FreeBuds Neo is the newer platform here: Top codec LDAC against aptX Adaptive and ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app and Water resistance IP55 against IPX5.

  • FreeBuds Neo20265 yr newer
  • H12021
What differsFreeBuds NeoH1

Platform

Top codec
LDAC
aptX Adaptive
ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

Transparency mode
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5

Specifications

FreeBuds NeoH1
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$110
$60
HearWiki score
85
64
Released
2026
2021
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
dynamic
2-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
-
8.6 mm
Drivers per side
-
2
Frequency response
10 Hz - 48 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
-
bass-heavy
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Bluetooth
-
5.2
Codecs
LDAC
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
10 h
10 h
Battery life (ANC on)
6.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
40 h
40 h
Full charge time
-
90 min
Wireless charging
-
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
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
4.8 g
6.5 g
Case weight
-
44 g
Water resistance
IP55
IPX5
USB-C
-
Yes
Microphones
4
2
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
cVc

What reviewers said

Huawei FreeBuds Neo

The Huawei FreeBuds Neo are lightweight, comfortable true wireless earbuds with adaptive active noise cancellation and a robust feature set for their price. They offer solid call quality, a lively sound signature, and practical extras like transparency mode and app support, making them a versatile mid-range option for travel and daily use.

  • Pro:Comfortable and lightweight fit
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC
  • Pro:Good call quality with 4 mics
  • Con:Battery life with ANC is modest
  • Con:May not satisfy audiophiles seeking specialized tuning
  • Con:Touch controls may require adjustment

SoundPEATS H1

The SoundPEATS H1 are budget true-wireless earbuds with a hybrid dual-driver design that aims to deliver clear, airy sound with smooth treble and balanced mids. They offer long battery life with the charging case, IPX5 water resistance, and a stable Bluetooth 5.2 connection, making them a solid pick for price-conscious listeners who don't need noise cancellation. With support for aptX Adaptive and wireless charging, they pack a surprising amount of value for around $60.

  • Pro:Hybrid dual-driver setup for detailed and airy sound
  • Pro:Excellent total battery life of up to 40 hours with the case
  • Pro:IPX5 water resistance for workouts and light rain
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:No app support or customizable EQ
  • Con:Lacks multipoint connectivity for seamless device switching

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

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