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SoundPEATS Clip1 Open-Ear Clip-On Earphones vs SoundPEATS POP Clip2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the SoundPEATS POP Clip2 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: SoundPEATS POP Clip2 - Outstanding overall at around $50.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

SoundPEATS POP Clip2 leads on 4 of 6 measures.

  • SoundPEATS Clip1 Open-Ear Clip-On Earphones
  • SoundPEATS POP Clip2
HearWiki score
75
81
Sound
7.3
7.8
Battery
7.7
8.6
Calls
6.8
6.4
Value
9.0
9.6
Price (USD)
$49
$50

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Half a step newer

SoundPEATS POP Clip2 (2026) against SoundPEATS Clip1 Open-Ear Clip-On Earphones (2025). The SoundPEATS POP Clip2 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4.

  • Clip1 Open-Ear Clip-On Earphones2025
  • POP Clip220261 yr newer
What differsClip1 Open-Ear Clip-On EarphonesPOP Clip2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
6.0

Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Wear detection, Custom EQ, Companion app, Water resistance.

Specifications

Clip1 Open-Ear Clip-On EarphonesPOP Clip2
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$49
$50
HearWiki score
75
81
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
2× 12 mm dynamic
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
30 Ω
Bluetooth
5.4
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
20 m
15 m
Battery life
8 h
10 h
Battery incl. case
30 h
42 h
Full charge time
60 min
45 min
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
none
Transparency mode
No
No
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
Yes
Controls
touch
buttons
Voice assistant
Yes
Yes
Weight
5 g
5 g
Case weight
55.5 g
47.7 g
Water resistance
IPX5
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
1
2
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
wind reduction
AI ENC

What reviewers said

SoundPEATS Clip1 Open-Ear Clip-On Earphones

The SoundPEATS Clip1 offers a compelling mix of premium features at a budget-friendly price, including LDAC support, Bluetooth 5.4, and multipoint connectivity. Its open-ear clip design provides a secure, comfortable fit for all-day wear, though it naturally sacrifices noise isolation. With solid battery life and an IPX5 rating, it's a versatile option for everyday listening and light workouts.

  • Pro:Excellent value with LDAC and multipoint support
  • Pro:Comfortable, secure open-ear clip-on design
  • Pro:Long battery life (8 hours, 30 with case)
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:Touch controls can be fiddly to use
  • Con:Limited volume in noisy environments

SoundPEATS POP Clip2

The SoundPEATS POP Clip2 are affordable open-ear clip-on earbuds that deliver solid audio quality, a comfortable secure fit, and strong battery life—up to 10 hours per charge and 42 hours with the case. They pack modern features like LDAC support, multipoint pairing, and IPX5 water resistance, making them a compelling value pick for budget-conscious listeners. While they're not class-leading in every way, they offer a well-rounded package for the price.

  • Pro:Comfortable and secure clip-on fit
  • Pro:Excellent battery life (10h + 42h case)
  • Pro:LDAC and multipoint support
  • Con:Bluetooth stability could be better
  • Con:No ANC or transparency mode
  • Con:Average microphone performance

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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