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Soundcore Life Q20+

65/ 100
Good
HearWiki score

Priced about right

$60
typical price, USD
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At a glance

Brand
Soundcore
Type
Over-Ear
Fit
-
Connection
Wireless
Noise cancelling
Yes
Released
2021

Score breakdowngood overall

Sound6.0
Noise cancelling5.5
Battery8.9
Calls5.7

Incredible Sound Loved by 20 Million+ People Hi-Res Audio : Custom oversized 40 mm dynamic drivers produce Hi-Res Audio—a certification only awarded to devices capable of producing exceptional sound.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The Soundcore Life Q20+ offers a budget-friendly over-ear design with hybrid active noise cancellation, a long-lasting battery, and customizable sound via an app. It delivers solid bass performance and transparency mode, making it a versatile choice for affordable wireless listening. However, its single microphone and lack of multipoint may limit some users.

What works

  • Strong bass response
  • Affordable price point
  • Custom EQ via companion app
  • Comfortable fit for extended use

What doesn't

  • Sound quality may degrade when ANC is active
  • Only one microphone for calls
  • No multipoint connection
  • No water resistance rating

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Specifications

Audio - Soundcore Life Q20+
DriverCustom oversized 40 mm dynamic drivers
Drivers per side2
Frequency responseup to 40kHz
Impedance16 Ω

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What the reviews said

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techgearlab.com

TechGearLab describes the Life Q20 as compact, reasonably lightweight, and capable of very long battery life. The overall impression is positive for value and portability, though the source does not provide a numeric score in the snippet available.

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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.

The consensus

Positiveacross 5 videos

Reviewers agree the Soundcore Life Q20+ is a strong budget over-ear headphone with comfortable memory foam ear pads, long battery life, and a warm, bass-heavy sound that rivals pricier models.

Reviewers liked

  • Affordable price
  • Comfortable memory foam ear pads
  • Long battery life (40 hours)
  • USB-C charging and app support with EQ presets
  • Good bass-heavy sound quality

Reviewers flagged

  • Noise cancellation is only on/off, not adjustable
  • Transparency mode works poorly
  • Call quality is average
  • Software flaw can cause loud crunching sounds from sudden noises
  • Sound quality identical to original Q20
9:10

Soundcore Life Q20+ vs Q30 | Which One Should You Pick?

DVZN Media63.3K viewsNov 2021

The reviewer compares the Soundcore Life Q20+ and Q30, finding them very similar in design, comfort, and sound quality, with both offering a warm, bass-heavy sound. The main differences are the Q30's three-level noise cancellation, better transparency mode, and a sturdier case, while the Q20+ is more budget-friendly. The reviewer recommends the Q20+ for saving money and the Q30 for better noise cancellation and a case.

5:58

👑The King Returns! (Soundcore Life Q20+)

New Stuff TV57.7K viewsSep 2021

The reviewer is excited about the re-released Soundcore Life Q20+ headphones, praising the added USB-C charging, app support, and improved features while noting the design and comfort remain excellent. They conclude that these budget ANC headphones are still top performers and a worthy update to the original Q20.

5:02

Soundcore Life Q20+ is a wonderful upgrade from Q20 ANC Headphones (pt. 1)

Tools. Electro. DIY28.5K viewsMay 2022

The reviewer considers the Soundcore Life Q20+ a significant upgrade over the original Q20, highlighting the USB-C port, official dual-device pairing, app support, and a fix for the headband creaking issue. They find the sound quality and noise cancelling to be identical to the previous model, but the added features and improvements make it a highly recommended purchase.

6:53

Anker Soundcore Life Q20 Review - Versus BoseQC35II!

Mark Tsai4.4K viewsJul 2020

The reviewer finds the Soundcore Life Q20+ to be a surprisingly capable budget alternative to premium headphones like the Bose QC35II, offering decent sound and comfort for a fraction of the price. However, the noise cancelling is only about half as effective, and the software has a major flaw that causes loud crunching sounds from sudden noises, which makes them unsuitable for workouts. Overall, they are a great value for under $100, but with notable compromises.

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