QCY HT01

50/ 100

Average

HearWiki score

Poor value

$120

typical price, USD

Discontinuedupdated 30 days ago

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At a glance

Brand: QCY
Type: True Wireless
Fit: -
Connection: Wireless
Noise cancelling: Yes
Released: 2021

Score breakdownaverage overall

Sound6.3

Noise cancelling4.8

Battery4.8

Calls4.0

Value2.8

Review and comparison: which cheap ANC noisecancelling wireless earbuds are better, the QCY HT01 or Haylou T16? Comparison vs Fiil T1 Pro and Oppo W51.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The QCY HT01 is a true wireless earbud with hybrid active noise cancellation and a lightweight 5.2g build, offering around 4.5 hours of playback with ANC enabled and a total of 24 hours with the charging case. It features IPX5 water resistance, wireless charging, and a button-based control scheme with transparency mode, though it lacks multipoint and custom EQ. Sound-wise, it delivers more body in vocals and detailed mids, making it a solid option for those prioritizing vocal clarity over call quality or ANC performance.

What works

Detailed mids with good vocal body
Lightweight design at just 5.2g per bud
Supports wireless charging and USB-C
IPX5 water resistance for workouts
App allows control customization and auto-pause toggle

What doesn't

Active noise cancellation underperforms
Call quality is disappointing
No multipoint connection support
Battery life with ANC is relatively short at 4.5 hours

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - QCY HT01
Driver	7 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic
Driver size	7 mm
Drivers per side	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	16 Ω

Audio

Audio - QCY HT01
Driver	7 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic
Driver size	7 mm
Drivers per side	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	16 Ω

Wireless

Wireless - QCY HT01
Bluetooth	5.0
Codecs	SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing	No
Wireless range	10 m

Battery

Battery - QCY HT01
Battery life	6 h
Battery life (ANC on)	4.5 h
Battery incl. case	24 h
Full charge time	90 min
Wireless charging	Yes

Features

Features - QCY HT01
Active noise cancelling	Yes
ANC type	hybrid
Transparency mode	Yes
Companion app	No
Custom EQ	No
Wear detection	Yes
Controls	buttons
Voice assistant	Google Assistant, Siri

Design

Design - QCY HT01
Weight	5.2 g
Case weight	42.8 g
Water resistance	IPX5
Foldable	No
Detachable cable	No
USB-C	Yes

What the reviews said

1 source(s) feeding this product's score.

scarbir

Feature-wise, the QCY HT01 has an advantage over the Haylou T16 with free app support that doesn't require an account, the option to turn auto-pause off, and the ability to change all controls to your liking. The Haylou instead has a decent Transparency mode, which could be of use. As both the call quality and active noise cancelling on the Haylou T16 and QCY HT01 disappoints, it's best to choose between these two on sound quality. In this regard, they both convince - the T16 with a friendlier sound; the QCY with more body in vocals and more detail in the mids. Buy QCY HT01 on AliExpress Buy Haylou T16 on AliExpress I bought the QCY HT01 and Haylou T16 myself to test and review myself. My reviews are 100% independent and non-commercial. I test and review all audio products equally honest - read about it here . Consider buying this earphone? I'd really appreciate it if you use the links in this article . It won't cost you extra, yet it will financially support me a bit in my ongoing quest for great affordable audio. <3 Also read: Guide: The best sounding true wireless earphones under $50 Leaderboard: All rated wireless earphones

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What YouTube reviewers say

Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.

8:18

QCY's Answer to the Budget ANC Earbuds! QCY HT01 Unboxing & Review!

Sean Talks Tech17.5K viewsDec 2020

The reviewer finds the QCY HT01 to be a well-built and attractive pair of budget ANC earbuds, offering solid noise cancellation, impressive sound quality with strong bass, and good call quality for the price. While the specs are mediocre and the app support is lacking at launch, the overall performance makes it a worthwhile budget option.

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6:07

QCY T10 & HT01 Review. ANC TWS for 75 USD!

Frankie Tech11.5K viewsDec 2020

The reviewer praises the QCY HT01 as the best budget active noise-cancelling earbuds he has tested, highlighting their excellent sound quality, effective ANC, and premium features like wireless charging at a low price. He considers them a great value alternative to pricier options like the AirPods Pro.

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9:52

An All-Rounder $50 ANC - QCY HT01 Review + Mic, Latency, ANC, Sound Test

zpolt2.5K viewsJun 2021

The reviewer finds the QCY HT01 to be a solid all-rounder at its $50 price point, praising its build quality, ANC, fit, and low latency for gaming. However, they note that while it performs well across the board, it doesn't excel in any single area, with average mic quality and a sound signature that may not satisfy audiophiles.

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