Tagry True Wireless Earbuds
Score: 73/100
Sony WF-C500 Black
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Sony WF-C500 deliver balanced sound with up to 20 hours of total battery life and customizable EQ via the Sony Headphones Connect app. They lack active noise cancellation and have physical button controls that can be inconsistent. Great for value-seeking users who prioritize neutral audio and long runtime.
The TAGRY X08 earbuds deliver a remarkable 60 hours of total playback and convenient dual LED case display, while remaining lightweight and water-resistant. However, they fall short in sound quality, offering harsh mids and no active noise cancellation. Suitable for users who value endurance and convenience over premium audio.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
60 hoursbest | 20 hours | |
6 hours | 10 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 72 minutesbest | — |
13 mmbest | 5.8 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 10 minutesbest |
10 metersbest | — | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 27 gbest | 58.8 g |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(2) | ||
IP Rating | IPX5 | IPX4 |
Total Weight (Earbuds + Case) (g) | 27 g | 58.8 g |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (Total with Case) (hours) | 60 hours | 20 hours |
Battery Life (Earbuds Only) (hours) | 6 hours | 10 hours |
Controls(1) | ||
Touch Controls | true | false |
Audio(1) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 13 mm | 5.8 mm |
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Professional reviewers acknowledge that the TAGRY X08 delivers solid battery endurance, convenient charging options, and a comfortable fit, but they criticize its audio performance, noting harsh mids, boomy bass, and the absence of active noise cancellation, which limits its appeal to audiophiles and demanding listeners.
Everyday users love the long battery life, lightweight comfort, and the handy LED case display, especially for fitness and travel, yet they consistently voice disappointment with the sound quality, describing it as lacking clarity and becoming distorted at higher volumes.
“exceptional battery life and comfort for extended wear”
“LED power display is appreciated for convenience”
“sound lacks clarity at higher volumes”
Professional reviewers commend the WF-C500 for their neutral, detailed sound and the flexibility of the Sony Headphones Connect app, highlighting the solid 10-hour battery life and comfortable fit. They criticize the lack of ANC, the limited codec range, a cramped soundstage and occasional driver imbalance, noting that the earbuds are best positioned as a value-focused alternative to higher-end Sony models.
Everyday users consistently praise the earbuds for their balanced sound, comfortable lightweight design and long battery life, describing them as a great value for the price. Common complaints revolve around occasional static, insufficient bass, low volume on larger devices, Bluetooth dropouts and a confusing companion app.
