Soundcore P31i vs TONEMAC M3
Soundcore P31i
TONEMAC M3
What Buyers Say
Soundcore P31i
The Soundcore P31i earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, effective active noise cancellation, and impressive battery life, all at a very affordable price. Users highlight the companion app's powerful EQ and adaptive ANC features, though a few note fit issues with the ear tips. Overall, they are seen as a fantastic value, often compared favorably to much more expensive competitors like AirPods.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Powerful companion app with EQ
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
Cons
- Ear tips may not fit all ear shapes
- Case is larger than previous models
- App requires data collection
- Translation feature is tricky
TONEMAC M3
The TONEMAC M3 earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise their noise cancellation, comfort, and value for money, especially as a budget alternative to premium brands. However, several verified buyers report serious issues like one earbud failing to work, poor fit, and unresponsive customer service, leading to disappointment.
Pros
- Great noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Good value for money
- Excellent sound quality
- Reliable Bluetooth connection
Cons
- One earbud stops working
- Poor fit for some users
- Unresponsive customer service
- Mediocre bass and sound
- Charging issues
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | TONEMAC M3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | L, M, S |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | 1 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | up to 35dB with four operating modes |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.1 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes to get 4 hours more playtime | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore P31i
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
TONEMAC M3
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average battery (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average social proof (29th percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore P31i
TONEMAC M3
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 36 specs.