True Wireless
Soundcore P42i
78Great
$71
Full review dataSoundcore P42i vs TOZO NC9 2024 Hybrid: 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 NC9 2024 Hybrid
65Good
$40
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 NC9 2024 Hybrid
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery5.0
Calls5.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Soundcore P42i | TOZO NC9 2024 Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $71 | $40 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 65 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2026 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 9 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 14Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 6.1 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 6.1 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 15 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 14 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8.5 h | 10 h |
| Battery incl. case | 56 h | 59 h |
| Full charge time | 60 min | 120 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 3.5 h | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | yes | yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.4 g | 4.2 g |
| Case weight | 51 g | 42.5 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IPX8 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | AI noise reduction | 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 NC9 2024 Hybrid
The TOZO NC9 2024 Hybrid is a budget-friendly true wireless pair with hybrid noise cancellation and a compact, water-resistant build. It offers a lively, fun sound signature and a robust app, though it lacks multipoint connectivity and its call quality is below average. While it performs adequately for the price, it doesn't particularly stand out among stiff competition in its segment.
- Pro:Fun, energetic sound profile
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Pro:IPX8 water resistance and wireless charging
- Con:No multipoint connection
- Con:Call clarity is mediocre
- Con:Battery life per charge is modest
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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