Image © SoundcoreREVIEW: The Anker Soundcore V20i are cheap wireless earbuds ideal for sports, but how do they sound? Test vs Earfun OpenJump, SoundPEATS, and Acefast.
The Soundcore V20i are affordable open-ear wireless earbuds designed for active use, offering a secure and comfortable fit, solid IP55 water resistance, and a long total battery life of 36 hours with the case. While their sound is not the most exciting, they provide stable Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, multipoint support, and a customizable EQ via the app, making them a strong value for budget-conscious listeners.
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| Driver | 2× 16 mm dynamic |
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| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Driver | 2× 16 mm dynamic |
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| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
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| Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes |
| Battery life | 8 h |
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| Battery incl. case | 36 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min → 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No |
| Active noise cancelling | No |
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| Transparency mode | No |
| Companion app | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes |
| Controls | touch |
| Voice assistant | Yes |
| Weight | 9.3 g |
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| Water resistance | IP55 |
| Microphones | 4 |
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| Call noise reduction | Yes |
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Reviewers generally agree that the Soundcore V20i offers strong value at its budget price, with praise for its comfortable open-ear design, customizable LED lights, and useful app features like EQ presets and multipoint connectivity.
13:48The reviewer compares the Soundcore V20i and V30i, both priced at $50, and concludes that the older V30i is the better value due to its superior comfort, longer battery life, and clearer sound quality. The V20i offers a more modern design with adjustable hooks, customizable LED lights, and multipoint connectivity, but its shorter battery life and less refined audio make it a less compelling choice overall.
9:54The reviewer finds the Soundcore V20i to be an excellent value at $40, offering strong build quality, good battery life, and useful features like LED lights and multipoint connection, though its sound quality is noticeably inferior to the pricier AeroFit 2, with a more cramped soundstage and less natural vocals. It also has a tighter fit that can cause discomfort after extended use, but this makes it more secure for running.
9:48The reviewer finds the Soundcore V20i to be a high-quality, comfortable pair of earbuds that deliver excellent sound for pop and dance music, with a strong bass response. While rock and metal performance is decent but not outstanding, the built-in equalizer presets can significantly improve it. The touch controls, app features, and voice assistant work well, and at $50, the reviewer considers it a great value.
21:45The reviewer is impressed with the Soundcore V20i open-ear earbuds, praising their sound quality, microphone clarity, and customizable LED lights, especially given the budget price. They note some minor drawbacks like lack of wireless charging and potential interference with glasses, but overall consider them a great value and better than the V30i.
4:17The reviewer bought these open-ear earbuds himself and found them comfortable, with good call quality and battery life for the price. He notes they lack noise cancellation and that the case is larger due to the ear hooks, but overall he recommends them, especially for safety during outdoor activities.
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