True Wireless
Soundcore P31i
76Great
$27
Full review dataSoundcore P31i vs Xiaomi POCO Pods: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Soundcore P31i comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 76. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Soundcore P31i - Great overall at around $27.
True Wireless
Xiaomi POCO Pods
66Good
$14
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Soundcore P31i
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery8.0
Calls6.0
Value8.5
Xiaomi POCO Pods
Sound6.5
Battery7.0
Calls5.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Soundcore P31i | Xiaomi POCO Pods |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $27 | $14 |
| HearWiki score | 76 / 100 · Great | 66 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2025 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 11 mm titanium-coated | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 12 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | - |
| Impedance | 14.2 Ω | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.x | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 6.1 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Latency | - | 60 ms |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 10 h | 30 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 50 h | 30 h |
| Full charge time | 180 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 3.5 h | 10 min = 90 min |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | No |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | No |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | yes | Google Fast Pair |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 59 g | 3.6 g |
| Case weight | - | 34.7 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 1 |
| Call noise reduction | - | ENC |
What reviewers said
Soundcore P31i
The Soundcore P31i are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds that pack a surprisingly robust feature set, including adaptive noise cancellation, LDAC support, and multi-device connectivity. With a durable IP55 rating, long battery life, and a comfortable fit, they're a solid pick for workouts and daily commutes without breaking the bank.
- Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
- Pro:Long battery life with charging case
- Pro:LDAC support for high-quality audio
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Battery life drops noticeably with ANC on
- Con:Touch controls may require a learning curve
Xiaomi POCO Pods
The Xiaomi POCO Pods are a budget-friendly true wireless option that delivers a punchy, energetic sound and a comfortable, secure fit for the price. They offer a solid all-round package with long battery life, a gaming mode for lower latency, and IPX4 water resistance, though they lack advanced features like active noise cancellation and custom EQ. Overall, they are a practical choice for those seeking good value rather than premium performance.
- Pro:Affordable price point
- Pro:Energetic and punchy audio
- Pro:Comfortable, snug fit
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Limited sound customization
- Con:No multipoint connectivity
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