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Soundcore H30i vs Soundcore Q11i

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Soundcore H30i

Soundcore H30i

  • On-ear design rests on your ears.
  • 183 g.
  • Up to 70 hours per charge.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
KSh 3,850Out of Stock
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Soundcore Q11i

Soundcore Q11i

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • About 241 g.
  • Up to 60 hours per charge.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
KSh 4,300In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Soundcore H30i if you want faster recharging (5 minutes) and a lighter build (183 g). Choose the Soundcore Q11i if you want a newer model (2025).

Fit

Soundcore H30i
On-ear design rests on your ears
Soundcore Q11i
Over-ear design surrounds your ears

Weight

Soundcore H30i
183 g
Soundcore Q11i
About 241 g

Battery life

Soundcore H30i
Up to 70 hours per charge
Soundcore Q11i
Up to 60 hours per charge

Two devices

Soundcore H30i
Stays connected to two devices
Soundcore Q11i
Connects to two devices at once

Charging

Soundcore H30i
5 minutes provides up to 4 hours
Soundcore Q11i
5-minute charge provides up to 4 hours

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Soundcore H30i

  • Recharges faster: 5 minutes (vs 2 hours).
  • Lighter: 183 g (vs about 241 g).

Soundcore Q11i

  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

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PrioritySoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
FitSoft detachable earcupsDetachable and replaceable ear cushions
Weight183 gAbout 241 g
Battery lifeUp to 70 hours per chargeUp to 60 hours per charge
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
SoftwareWorks with the Soundcore appWorks with the Soundcore app
Charging5 minutes provides up to 4 hours5-minute charge provides up to 4 hours of playback

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
BrandSoundcoreSoundcore
ModelH30iA3005HA1
Announced2023February 2025 (Japan)
TypeOn-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorBlack, WhiteGrey; dark manufacturer finish

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
Weight183gApproximately 241g
Dimensions—Approximately 176 × 79.5 × 185mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
Battery LifeUp to 70 hoursUp to 60 hours
Fast Charging5 minutes provides up to 4 hours5-minute charge provides up to 4 hours of playback
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Charging Time—Approximately 2 hours

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
ConnectionBluetooth and AUXBluetooth and 3.5mm AUX
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionYesTwo connected devices; playback from one at a time
App SupportSoundcore appSoundcore app; 22 EQ presets
Connector—3.5mm AUX; USB-C charging

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
Special FeaturesFoldable on-ear design; white-noise modes in appWired AUX listening; detachable cushions; multipoint

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
Drivers40mm oversized drivers40mm dynamic drivers
Active Noise CancellationNoNo
Transparency / Ambient ModeNo—
MicrophonesBuilt-in microphoneSingle microphone with manufacturer wind-noise reduction
Audio FeaturesBassUp; customizable EQBassUp; Hi-Res Audio through AUX only
Audio Codecs—AAC / SBC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
Case TypeNo charging caseN/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Battery Life—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Charging—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Charging Port—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Wireless Charging—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Dimensions—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Weight—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Water & Dust Resistance—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Features—N/A; headphones without a charging case

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
ControlsButton controls—
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsSoft detachable earcupsDetachable and replaceable ear cushions

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore H30iSoundcore Q11i
Headphones / EarbudsH30i headphonesQ11i headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseN/A; headphones without a charging case
Charging CableUSB-C charging cableUSB-A to USB-C cable
Audio CableAUX audio cableAUX audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOver/on-ear designN/A; over-ear design
DocumentationDocumentationQuick start guide and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use 40 mm drivers.
  • Neither has active noise cancellation.
  • Both are made by Soundcore.

In summary

Choose H30i for faster recharging and a lighter build.

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