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QCY H3S vs Tronsmart Apollo Q20: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the QCY H3S 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 H3S - Outstanding overall at around $34.

Score breakdown

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

QCY H3S leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • QCY H3S
  • Tronsmart Apollo Q20
HearWiki score
81
57
Sound
7.5
4.9
Noise cancelling
7.4
3.9
Battery
9.8
8.3
Calls
5.4
5.2
Value
9.5
8.5
Price (USD)
$34
$30

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

QCY H3S (2025) against Tronsmart Apollo Q20 (2022). The QCY H3S is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.3, Top codec LDAC against SBC and ANC type Adaptive against Feed-forward. It also adds Multipoint pairing.

  • H3S20253 yr newer
  • Apollo Q202022
What differsH3SApollo Q20

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Top codec
LDAC
SBC
ANC type
Adaptive
Feed-forward

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

H3SApollo Q20
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$34
$30
HearWiki score
81
57
Released
2025
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
2-driver hybrid
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
hybrid
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
16 Ω
Sensitivity
-
113 dB/mW
Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Codecs
AAC, LDAC
SBC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
102 h
60 h
Battery life (ANC on)
58 h
25 h
Full charge time
120 min
150 min
Quick charge
10 min → 7 h
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
feedforward
Controls
buttons
buttons
Voice assistant
Yes
Google Assistant, Siri
Weight
240 g
246 g
Water resistance
none
none
Foldable
Yes
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
-
Tronsmart Sounfii Q20
Microphones
7
1

What reviewers said

QCY H3S

The QCY H3S is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that packs adaptive active noise cancellation, a hybrid dual-driver setup, and support for LDAC and Bluetooth 6.0. Its foldable design and lightweight build add to its portability and convenience.

  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
  • Pro:LDAC and AAC codec support for high-quality audio
  • Pro:Multipoint connectivity and Bluetooth 6.0
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Controls are button-based, not touch

Tronsmart Apollo Q20

The Tronsmart Apollo Q20 is a budget-friendly over-ear headphone that prioritizes long battery life and practical features for everyday use. It includes active noise cancellation to reduce ambient noise, a 40mm dynamic driver for sound, and Bluetooth 5.3 for a stable wireless connection. The design is straightforward, with button controls and a USB-C port for charging, making it a solid choice for travelers or commuters on a tight budget. Overall, it delivers dependable performance without aiming for premium audio refinement.

  • Pro:Exceptional battery life, especially with ANC off
  • Pro:Effective noise cancellation for the price
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended use
  • Con:Limited to SBC codec, no high-resolution wireless audio
  • Con:No multipoint connection for switching devices
  • Con:Lacks water resistance, not ideal for workouts

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

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