Soundcore's P20i, P30i and P40i earbuds look similar and sit close together in price, which makes choosing awkward. The main difference in the listings is noise cancelling.
We compared the three on Amazon UK, with the Sony WF-C510 as an alternative from a bigger-name brand. We haven't tested them ourselves. This comparison is based on the Amazon listings and customer ratings, so check the latest price and details before you buy.
| Model | Noise cancelling | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Soundcore P20i | Not mentioned in the listing | Cheapest, most reviewed |
| Soundcore P30i | Adaptive | Cheapest with noise cancelling |
| Soundcore P40i | Adaptive | Top of the Soundcore range here |
| Sony WF-C510 | Not mentioned in the listing | Sony alternative |
In short: if you don't need noise cancelling, the P20i is the cheapest and the most reviewed. If you do, the P30i is the cheapest of the Soundcore models with it. We can't see a clear reason from the listings to pay more for the P40i, so check its product page for what the extra money gets you.
1. Soundcore P20i
The cheapest and the most reviewed of the group, with a 4.3 rating from nearly 116,000 buyers. The listing doesn't mention noise cancelling.
Check Price on Amazon2. Soundcore P30i
Adaptive noise cancelling for around £25, with a 4.4 rating from more than 20,000 buyers. The best-value way into noise-cancelling earbuds on this page.
Check Price on Amazon3. Soundcore P40i
Also adaptive noise cancelling and also a 4.4 rating, from nearly 18,000 buyers, but it costs more than the P30i. Check the product page for the differences before paying extra.
Check Price on Amazon4. Sony WF-C510
Sony's earbuds in this price range. A 4.3 rating from about 4,500 buyers, so fewer reviews than the Soundcore models. A choice if you prefer the Sony name.
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