True Wireless
QCY T17 True Wireless
72Good
$27
Full review dataQCY T17 True Wireless vs Sony WF-LS900N: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WF-LS900N comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WF-LS900N - Great overall at around $53.
True Wireless
Sony WF-LS900N
78Great
$53
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
QCY T17 True Wireless
Sound7.0
Battery7.5
Calls6.0
Value8.5
Sony WF-LS900N
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | QCY T17 True Wireless | Sony WF-LS900N |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $27 | $53 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 0.2" |
| Driver size | 6 mm | 5 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | - |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | 68 ms | - |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 7.5 h | 9 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 6 h |
| Battery incl. case | 26 h | 20 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 120 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 2 h | 5 min = 60 min |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | feedforward | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | No | - |
| Companion app | No | - |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Voice assistant | yes | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Siri |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4 g | 4.8 g |
| Case weight | - | 35 g |
| Water resistance | none | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 2 | - |
| Call noise reduction | ENC | - |
What reviewers said
QCY T17 True Wireless
The QCY T17 is a wallet-friendly true wireless option that punches above its price with a comfortable, lightweight fit and a balanced sound profile. Its long-lasting battery and straightforward touch controls make it a dependable everyday companion, though it lacks some modern conveniences like transparency mode and wireless charging.
- Pro:Very affordable price point
- Pro:Comfortable and secure in-ear fit
- Pro:Solid battery life with the charging case
- Con:No transparency mode or multipoint connectivity
- Con:Limited codec support without aptX or LDAC
- Con:Feedforward ANC is basic and not highly effective
Sony WF-LS900N
The Sony WF-LS900N earbuds deliver a well-balanced listening experience with a compact, featherlight build that makes them easy to wear for hours. They offer strong noise cancellation, support for high-quality LDAC streaming, and reliable battery life that closely matches the manufacturer's estimates, making them a versatile choice for everyday use. While they don't quite reach the top tier of Sony's lineup, they pack a solid set of modern features into a small and practical package.
- Pro:Very lightweight and comfortable fit
- Pro:Good active noise cancellation
- Pro:Supports LDAC and multipoint connectivity
- Con:Battery life is modest without the case
- Con:Sound quality is good but not class-leading
- Con:Case lacks wireless charging
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