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QCY Crossky C30 vs SoundPEATS POP Clip2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the SoundPEATS POP Clip2 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: SoundPEATS POP Clip2 - Outstanding overall at around $50.

Score breakdown

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

SoundPEATS POP Clip2 leads on 4 of 6 measures.

  • QCY Crossky C30
  • SoundPEATS POP Clip2
HearWiki score
66
81
Sound
6.1
7.8
Battery
5.8
8.6
Calls
6.8
6.4
Value
7.1
9.6
Price (USD)
$38
$50

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

Both shipped in 2026. The SoundPEATS POP Clip2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4 and Top codec LDAC against SBC. It also adds Wear detection and Water resistance IPX5 against IPX4.

  • Crossky C302026
  • POP Clip22026
What differsCrossky C30POP Clip2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Top codec
SBC
LDAC

Everyday features

Wear detection
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX4
IPX5

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

Specifications

Crossky C30POP Clip2
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$38
$50
HearWiki score
66
81
Released
2026
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
10.8 mm dynamic
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.8 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
30 Ω
Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Codecs
SBC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
10 m
15 m
Battery life
5.5 h
10 h
Battery incl. case
25 h
42 h
Full charge time
120 min
45 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
none
Transparency mode
No
No
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
touch
buttons
Voice assistant
Yes
Yes
Weight
5 g
5 g
Case weight
-
47.7 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
T33
-
Microphones
4
2
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
ENC
AI ENC

What reviewers said

QCY Crossky C30

The QCY Crossky C30 is a budget-friendly open-ear earbud that prioritizes comfort and everyday practicality over premium features. It offers a solid, well-tuned sound for its price, along with Bluetooth 5.4, dual-device connectivity, and IPX4 sweat resistance, making it a reliable choice for casual listening. However, its modest 5.5-hour battery life, SBC-only codec support, and lack of noise cancellation keep it from being a standout in the category.

  • Pro:Comfortable and secure open-ear fit
  • Pro:Good value for the price
  • Pro:Clear and pleasant sound tuning
  • Con:Short battery life per charge (5.5 hours)
  • Con:Only supports SBC codec, no AAC or aptX
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode

SoundPEATS POP Clip2

The SoundPEATS POP Clip2 are affordable open-ear clip-on earbuds that deliver solid audio quality, a comfortable secure fit, and strong battery life—up to 10 hours per charge and 42 hours with the case. They pack modern features like LDAC support, multipoint pairing, and IPX5 water resistance, making them a compelling value pick for budget-conscious listeners. While they're not class-leading in every way, they offer a well-rounded package for the price.

  • Pro:Comfortable and secure clip-on fit
  • Pro:Excellent battery life (10h + 42h case)
  • Pro:LDAC and multipoint support
  • Con:Bluetooth stability could be better
  • Con:No ANC or transparency mode
  • Con:Average microphone performance

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

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