Image © QCYThe QCY Crossky C50 are open-ear clip-on earbuds that deliver solid everyday performance for a modest price. They combine a bass-leaning, practical sound with long battery life, multipoint connectivity, and a comfortable, secure fit that keeps you aware of your surroundings. While not aimed at audiophiles, they're a well-rounded, feature-packed option for budget-conscious listeners.
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| Driver | 10.8 mm dynamic |
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| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10.8 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sound signature | neutral |
| Driver | 10.8 mm dynamic |
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| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10.8 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sound signature | neutral |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 |
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| Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes |
| Wireless range | 10 m |
| Battery life | 7.5 h |
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| Battery incl. case | 35 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min → 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes |
| Active noise cancelling | No |
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| Companion app | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes |
| Controls | touch |
| Weight | 5.2 g |
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| Water resistance | IPX5 |
| USB-C | Yes |
| Microphones | 4 |
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| Call noise reduction | Yes |
| Call NR technology | AI ENC |
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Reviewers consistently praised the QCY Crossky C50 for its good sound quality, secure and comfortable fit, and easy touch controls, making it a strong value for open-ear earbuds.
4:34The reviewer, new to open-ear clip-style earbuds, found the QCY Crossky C50 to sound very good and stay secure on the ear, with easy touch controls and useful app customization. However, they noted the pearl white color and their personal work needs (preferring over-ear) mean they won't use these daily, but overall they were positively impressed.
6:10The reviewer was pleasantly surprised by the QCY Crossky C50 clip-on earbuds, praising their sound quality, comfort, and the convenience of interchangeable left/right earbuds. The main drawback is the overly sensitive touch controls, which caused accidental play/pause, and the app's sensitivity setting crashed. Overall, they recommend them for outdoor use where you want to stay aware of your surroundings.
7:35The reviewer finds the QCY Crossky C50 to be a significant upgrade over the previous model, with improved fit, build quality, sound, and microphone performance, making it a strong value at $36. However, they note issues with dual connection reliability, app stability, and faster case battery drain. Overall, they highly recommend it for open-earbud users, especially those upgrading from the prior generation.
6:34The reviewer finds the QCY Crossky C50 open-ear earbuds to be a strong everyday option, praising their comfort, battery life, and call quality while noting they aren't for bass enthusiasts and lack some premium codecs. Overall, they recommend them as a stylish, affordable choice for those who want situational awareness without ear canal pressure.
4:34The reviewer unboxes and tries the QCY Crossky C50 clip-on earbuds, noting they were initially worried about them staying on but found they fit securely and sound very good. They praise the easy touch controls and the ability to hear ambient sound, but mention they won't use them daily due to the color and their personal preference for over-ear headphones.
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