True Wireless
QCY QS1
62Average
$20
Full review dataQCY QS1 vs Soundcore P31i/R60i NC: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Soundcore P31i/R60i NC comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Soundcore P31i/R60i NC - Great overall at around $27.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
QCY QS1
Sound6.5
Battery5.0
Calls5.0
Value7.0
Soundcore P31i/R60i NC
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery8.0
Calls7.0
Value9.0
Specifications
| Spec | QCY QS1 | Soundcore P31i/R60i NC |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $20 | $27 |
| HearWiki score | 62 / 100 · Average | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2019 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 6 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 14.2 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 108 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 6.1 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 6.1 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 4 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 20 h | 50 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 60 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 3.5 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| ANC type | - | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | buttons | touch |
| Voice assistant | - | Google Fast Pair |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.3 g | 4.2 g |
| Water resistance | none | IP55 |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 6 |
What reviewers said
QCY QS1
The QCY QS1 is a budget-friendly true wireless option that delivers surprisingly solid sound, especially for iPhone users who can push volume levels high. While it includes active noise cancellation, its compact 6mm drivers and basic feature set keep it firmly in the entry-level category. It's a decent pick for those on a tight budget, but you'll need to accept some compromises in battery life and build features.
- Pro:Good value for the low price
- Pro:Strong volume output on iOS devices
- Pro:Compact and lightweight design
- Con:Short battery life of only 4 hours per charge
- Con:No water resistance rating
- Con:Lacks Bluetooth multipoint support
Soundcore P31i/R60i NC
The Soundcore P31i/R60i NC delivers exceptional value in the budget TWS market, combining adaptive noise cancellation, solid battery life, and a lively, customizable sound profile. It also includes handy extras like multipoint connectivity, transparency mode, and real-time translation, making it a well-rounded pick for under $50.
- Pro:Outstanding price-to-performance ratio
- Pro:Engaging and adjustable sound with EQ
- Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Average battery life with ANC on
- Con:Touch controls may be overly 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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