Soundcoreby Anker V30i Open-Ear Headphones, Ultra-Comfort, Lightweight Design, Snug Fit, Ergonomic Ear Hooks, Robust Bass, 36H Playtime, Bluetooth 5.3, App Control, Clear Calls, Wireless EarbudsTCO CertifiedTCO CertifiedTCO CertifiedTCO Certified

The short version is that these deliver on their promise and they do so very well. I use these for running and commuting to work on foot in downtown Chicago, as well as for phone calls/video calls. I wanted to be able to hear my surroundings during those activities and to limit how much time I spend with something plugging my ear canal. For years I've used the kind of earbud that has a silicon tip and plugs your ear canal to block outside noise (which they do well) but I'm worried it could be impacting my hearing and/or ear canal, especially since I wear them so much. The PRIMARY reason I bought the Soundcore V30is (I think the V20is are their more recent model) AND the Soundcore Aerofit 2s (twice as expensive with some upgrades) was for marathon training and running long races. Below I've provided a comparison of each (they both receive 5* from me).DELIVERING ON THEIR OVERALL PROMISE: both do this very well!COMFORT: they're both very comfortable under any circumstances except when you have a beanie over them or anything that'll apply pressured to your ears - they're still comfortable enough to wear in those circumstances but not as comfortable. I think the Aerofit 2s are a smidge more comfortable and that's partially because they're a little smaller, thinner and more flexible/pliable/customizable in their fit.FIT: they both fit surprisingly well and securely - I've run marathons in both with sunglasses and a baseball cap/running hat on during the marathons and these fit and stayed comfortably. The Aerofit2s also fit better and more securely than the V30is for the same reasons as mentioned above. The ability to customize the fit of the Aerofit2s is one of the areas in which they separate themselves from the V30is in a meaningful way - if you have unique ears/non typical ears this is something you may want to consider.SWEAT RESISTANCE: both have done a really good job of managing sweat over prolonged periods of time (hours). The V30is took an inadvertent direct hit from a cup of water during a race - I thought they were going to fry and I'd be stuck with one earbud for 20 miles but they handled it like a champ! So far they've both been great on this front.BATTERY LIFE: as promised for both (very good).APP FEATURES: both have a robust app that helps with customizing their sound and touch controls which is handy.SOUND: I'm not an audiophile but for what these are I find them impressive in this department. The Aerofit2s have noticeably better sound but not meaningfully better (if that makes sense). Neither are going to be the best sounding earbuds out there because of their style so be mindful of that pending your use case for these.VOLUME: One issue some seem to have with this style of earbud is volume not being loud enough, these get plenty loud enough!MICs for Calls: I hate that most reviews don't address this. These both work well in most situations but - like every single pair of wireless earbuds I've ever owned at every price point - in a really noisy environment the clarity of them breaks down. BOTH work well in quiet environments and also relatively noisy ones (I tested both on my balcony with traffic below and a decent amount of wind - their clarity deteriorated slightly but both still worked really well. The Aerofit2s are superior in this area and this is likely the other area where they separate themselves in a noticeable way from the V30is (customizable fit being the first area).Other mentionable differences: the Aerofit2s case is more premium feeling and slightly smaller (both are bulkier than average for earbuds but not problematically so). The Aerofit2's case has wireless charging if that matters to you. The Aerofit2's bluetooth capabilities are better and allow you to be connected to multiple devices at once.CONCLUSION: if you are thinking of getting a set of over-ear earbuds primarily for working out, casual use, commuting, etc. then either are excellent choices and I'd probably save the $ and go with the V30is or V20is if premium sound isn't a priority for you. If you want something with better sound, a more customizable fit, some additional features and a better aesthetic when on then the Aerofit2s are IMO worth the extra $ (if those things matter to you).

I am beyond impressed with these inexpensive headphones. I wanted something that would allow me to listen to books while driving with other people, while still hearing passengers and road noise. I first looked into bone transducer type headsets but they were overly expensive and didn't appear to have great reviews. But while searching, these popped up, and the price was worth giving a shot. I've been wearing them for an hour now and can note the following:* Audio quality is excellent. I never planned to listen to music with these, but it does so well with music these will probably become my primary headphones* In-ear buds hurt my ears and make me feel like I'm drowning. With nothing stuck in my ear holes, these eliminate that feeling* They fit well over top my large framed eyeglasses.* At about 20% volume, it's more than loud enough to make voices comprehensible, yet people sitting next to me cannot hear any audio coming from my headset.* Charging is very fast. 50% to 100% in about an hour.In short, these were exactly what I was looking for and would have gladly spent much more if necessary to get this fit and quality. Thankfully that won't be necessary, as these are fantastic!

Ease of use: these are very easy to use. Connect them to your Bluetooth once, and they reconnect every time you open the case with no extra steps. You can use one or both without any connection problems or delays. The SoundCore app makes these customizable. There is an option to change the touch control settings on each earbud individually. You can make the controls on the left and right different, but the earbud has to be out of the case and connected to change any settings.Design: I love the design, but the touch part is very sensitive. It’s easy to accidentally hang up on someone if you adjust the earbud the wrong way. They are comfortable to wear for long periods at a time, unlike earbuds that go in your ear. The case is a little bulky and hard to carry, especially in smaller pockets.Lightweight: these are very lightweight. Even the case is lightweight in comparison with several other earbuds I have.Sound: the sound is very clear when listening to music, but hearing the other person on a phone call can be challenging, especially if there is a lot of sound from the environment around you. There is the SoundCore app you can download, and adjust the sound effects and EQ with either a preset option or a custom option. These are perfect for studying, working, or walking around. You can still hear what is going on around you, and participate in conversations, but continue listening to music and podcasts.Fit: Once you get used to how they fit, it feels like they are barely there. They work well for most ear shapes and sizes. The piece that curves around your ear is flexible enough to fit different shapes, but still rigid enough that you get a secure fit.Durability: the case feels very thin and is easily scratched. It protects the earbuds and keeps them from being knocked out of the case when in your pocket or bouncing around in a bag or backpack though. The earbuds themselves are durable. They don’t bend more than necessary to get a comfortable fit.Charging ability: They charge very fast. The battery doesn’t last more than 6 or 7 hours on each earbud, but if you’re using one at a time it is not a big issue. The case stays charged long enough that you can charge each earbud multiple times before needed to charge the case itself. You can see the battery life of each earbud and the case using the SoundCore app.