PocBuds Wireless Earbuds
Score: 74/100
TOZO Hybrid Wireless Earbuds with ANC
Score: 81/100Rankings
The TOZO NC9 delivers hybrid ANC, IPX8 waterproofing, and a 10 mm driver with strong bass, plus 32 EQ presets and wireless charging. Its sound is heavily bass-oriented, call quality is mediocre, and transparent mode can glitch, limiting its appeal for critical listeners. Suited for budget-conscious gym-goers who want ANC and long battery life.
PocBuds T60 are budget-friendly sports earbuds offering up to 110 hours of total playback and a secure ear-hook fit. The trade-off is a large charging case and modest sound output without ANC. Ideal for athletes who prioritize endurance over premium audio.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 13 hoursbest | |
— | 55 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 15 minutesbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 40 gbest | 40.6 g |
9.144 metersbest | — | |
13 mmbest | 10 mm | |
2 | 6best | |
5 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (Earbuds) (hours) | 8-12 hours | 13 hours |
Battery Life (With Case) (hours) | 80-110 hours | 55 hours |
Build & Design(3) | ||
IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX8 |
Total Weight (including case) (g) | 40 g | 40.6 g |
Fit Type | Earhook | in-ear |
Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 13 mm | 10 mm |
Microphone Count | 2 | 6 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers generally commend PocBuds for their marathon-level battery life, secure sport-oriented fit, and stable Bluetooth 5.3 connection, while noting that the large charging case and modest sound output limit their appeal for users who prioritize portability and high-volume audio.
Everyday users love the endurance and comfortable hooks, often citing the 80-hour playback as a major benefit, but they repeatedly criticize the bulky case and the earbuds' inability to deliver loud, clear sound in noisy environments.
“80 hours... good for exercising”
“great because... they're going to get lost”
“massive... way too thick to carry in pocket”
Professional reviewers commend the NC9's impressive battery life, IPX6 durability, and effective hybrid ANC for its price, noting a balanced hi-fi sound when the bass is not over-emphasized. However, they criticize the overly bass-heavy tuning, muffled call performance, glitchy transparent mode, and noticeable gaming latency, suggesting it's a solid budget choice but not a premium replacement.
Everyday users appreciate the comfortable fit, strong bass for popular genres, and the convenience of the app's EQ presets and wireless charging. Common praise centers on value for money and workout suitability, while recurring complaints focus on boomy bass, muffled calls, gaming lag, and occasional audio glitches.
