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SoundPEATS POP Clip2 vs UGREEN HiTune S3: 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 5 of 6 measures.

  • SoundPEATS POP Clip2
  • UGREEN HiTune S3
HearWiki score
81
60
Sound
7.8
5.8
Battery
8.6
6.9
Calls
6.4
5.9
Value
9.6
7.8
Price (USD)
$50
$25

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?

New platform

SoundPEATS POP Clip2 (2026) against UGREEN HiTune S3 (2022). The SoundPEATS POP Clip2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4 and Top codec LDAC against AAC.

  • POP Clip220264 yr newer
  • HiTune S32022
What differsPOP Clip2HiTune S3

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.4
Top codec
LDAC
AAC

Everyday features

Wear detection
Yes
No
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Water resistance.

Specifications

POP Clip2HiTune S3
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$50
$25
HearWiki score
81
60
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
12 mm dynamic
12 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
12 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
30 Ω
32 Ω
Bluetooth
6.0
5.4
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
60 ms
Wireless range
15 m
10 m
Battery life
10 h
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
42 h
30 h
Full charge time
45 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
15 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
none
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
No
Controls
buttons
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
Yes
Weight
5 g
5.3 g
Case weight
47.7 g
-
Water resistance
IPX5
IPX5
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
2
2
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
AI ENC
AI ENC

What reviewers said

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

UGREEN HiTune S3

The UGREEN HiTune S3 is a budget-friendly open-ear wireless earbud that prioritizes comfort, situational awareness, and practical features over audiophile-grade sound. With a lightweight 5.3g design, Bluetooth 5.4 multipoint, and low-latency game mode, it suits everyday casual listening, though its sound quality and volume are limited by the open-ear form factor. It offers solid battery life and IPX5 sweat resistance, making it a good value pick for those seeking affordable, all-day wear.

  • Pro:Very lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
  • Pro:Open-ear design keeps you aware of surroundings
  • Pro:Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint and low-latency game mode
  • Con:Sound quality is weak, especially bass and max volume
  • Con:No companion app for EQ or sound adjustment
  • Con:Not designed for high-end audio 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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