True Wireless
Soundcore P42i
78Great
$71
Full review dataSoundcore P42i vs TOZO Crystal Buds: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Soundcore P42i 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 P42i - Great overall at around $71.
True Wireless
TOZO Crystal Buds
68Good
$39
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Soundcore P42i
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0
TOZO Crystal Buds
Sound7.0
Battery7.5
Calls6.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Soundcore P42i | TOZO Crystal Buds |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $71 | $39 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2026 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | φ6mm dynamic driver |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | - | 16 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 6.1 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 6.1 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | AAC, SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 9 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8.5 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 56 h | 40 h |
| Full charge time | 60 min | 120 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 3.5 h | - |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Voice assistant | yes | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.4 g | - |
| Case weight | 51 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IPX8 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 2 |
| Call noise reduction | AI noise reduction | dual-mic ENC |
What reviewers said
Soundcore P42i
The Soundcore P42i is a budget-friendly true wireless pair that punches well above its weight, offering adaptive noise cancellation, LDAC support, multipoint connectivity, and wireless charging in a comfortable, IP55-rated shell. With long battery life and a robust app suite, it delivers premium features without the premium price tag, making it an exceptional value pick for everyday listeners.
- Pro:Excellent value with premium features at a budget price
- Pro:Comfortable fit and strong adaptive ANC for the class
- Pro:Long battery life with convenient wireless charging case
- Con:Bass may not satisfy heavy bassheads
- Con:Touch controls can be finicky at times
- Con:Call quality is decent but not top-tier
TOZO Crystal Buds
The TOZO Crystal Buds deliver a clear, natural sound signature that stands out in the budget TWS category, backed by a long-lasting battery, robust water resistance, and useful app integration. While they excel in most areas, their phone call quality is notably weak, making them better suited for music and media than frequent conversations.
- Pro:Crisp and natural sound with less bass bloat
- Pro:Excellent battery life with a 40-hour total case charge
- Pro:IPX8 water resistance for heavy sweat or rain
- Con:Below-average call quality with muffled voice pickup
- Con:No active noise cancellation or ambient mode
- Con:Smaller 6mm drivers may lack deep bass punch for some listeners
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