soundcore review

Updated September 30, 2026 · GizmoCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 30, 2026

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Our verdict

soundcore suits commuters and everyday listeners who want noise cancelling earbuds, headphones and portable speakers from one brand, without the wider hi-fi range JBL carries. Battery life of 28 hours is the trade-off, and the 30 day return window keeps a first buy low risk.

Key facts

Best for
One-brand audio shopping for commuters who want noise cancelling without a full hi-fi range.
Price from
$99.99 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Noise cancelling
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Battery life
28 hours (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
IP rating
IPX7 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
US, GB, DE, CA, FR, ES, IT, AU, VN, FI, NO, SE, IS, AE, DK (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Legal entity
Fantasia Trading LLC (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Headquarters
Hong Kong (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
2011 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Email, Phone, Chat, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Products
Headphones, Earbuds, Speakers, Portable speakers
Bluetooth codecs
Aac, Ldac
Official website
soundcore.com

Electronics stores

Free delivery threshold
$0 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Return window
30 days (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
US, GB, DE, CA, FR, ES, IT, AU, VN, FI, NO, SE, IS, AE, DK (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Legal entity
Fantasia Trading LLC (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Headquarters
Hong Kong (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
2011 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Email, Phone, Chat, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Departments
Audio, Refurbished

Chargers and power banks

Price from
$99.99 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
US, GB, DE, CA, FR, ES, IT, AU, VN, FI, NO, SE, IS, AE, DK (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Legal entity
Fantasia Trading LLC (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Headquarters
Hong Kong (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
2011 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Email, Phone, Chat, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Products
Headphones, Earbuds, Speakers, Portable speakers

Apps and profiles

Get the app
Google Play
Elsewhere
LinkedInXanker-in.com

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Noise cancelling is a yes on the earbuds soundcore puts at the front of the range, so the feature that does most work on a commute does not wait for a pricier model.
  • An ingress rating of IPX7 on those earbuds covers rain, sweat and everyday commuting mishaps.
  • A battery figure of 28 hours covers a working day of calls and music on a single charge.
  • Delivery reaches US, GB and DE, so the range is buyable across North America, the UK and much of Europe.
  • Codecs listed as aac and ldac include ldac, which only 33.3% of brands on the list carry.

Cons

  • A battery figure of 28 hours ranks 42 of 61 brands, under the 48.5 typical of the headphones and earbuds list, so long journeys need a top-up.
  • The catalogue stops at headphones, earbuds and speakers, where JBL's headphones, earbuds and speakers adds soundbars, hi-fi and turntables for home listening.
  • Entry at $99.99 is mid-table at 46 of 64, so the cheapest route into noise cancelling audio sits with another brand.
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Who it suits

  • Commuters who want noise cancelling earbuds, headphones and portable speakers in one catalogue instead of the soundbar and turntable spread JBL carries.
  • Shoppers who want a return window and phone support close by rather than a headset only shop such as CORSAIR, whose range is headphones.
  • Buyers in the listed US, GB and DE markets who want water-resistant earbuds at IPX7 rather than the narrower headphones and earbuds line from HyperX.

Who should look elsewhere

  • Home cinema and vinyl buyers: JBL's headphones, earbuds and speakers covers soundbars, hi-fi and turntables, none of which appear in soundcore's headphones, earbuds and speakers.
  • Gaming headset shoppers: CORSAIR lists headphones, a narrower lane than soundcore's headphones, earbuds and speakers.
  • Long-haul listeners who need more than 28 hours, since the headphones and earbuds list runs up to 70.

What it does well

Active noise cancelling is listed as a yes on the earbuds soundcore puts at the front of the range, so the feature that does the most work on a bus, in an office or on a flight is available without moving up a tier. The second number to read is battery life, quoted at 28 hours for that pair. That is enough for a working day of calls and music with a spare charge between commutes, and it is the point where the range is honest about what it trades. Buyers planning around long flights or full days away from a socket should treat charging as part of the routine rather than an occasional need. Both figures sit against the same product entry, which makes them easy to weigh next to the ticket.

Where it sits among rivals

Two rankings place soundcore in the middle of this group rather than at either edge. On entry price the brand sits at 46 of 64, so the ticket is neither a budget special nor a premium ask. On battery hours it ranks 42 of 61, which lands in the same central band. Read together, the two say that money saved at the entry end has not bought extra runtime, and the longer runtimes elsewhere in the list have not come at a lower starting price. Shoppers who want either the cheapest ticket or the longest runtime should look past this brand. Shoppers who want a middle ground on both can stop here.

Who runs it

soundcore is run by Fantasia Trading LLC, registered in Hong Kong, and the brand dates back to 2011. That is the background buyers tend to check before ordering direct from a manufacturer rather than through a local retailer, and the operating history suggests a settled business rather than a short-lived storefront. Support is the more practical part of the picture. Contact runs on email, phone and chat, so email, phone, live chat and a self-serve help centre are all available for pairing help, faults and returns, and each of those routes reaches the company that made the product.

How soundcore compares

Where soundcore is available

Available
Australia, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam

Countries from the brand (Source, checked September 30, 2026)

Frequently asked questions

What does soundcore equipment cost?+

The entry price is $99.99, and it buys any of the products in headphones, earbuds and speakers. Payment is made once, in the store, so the outlay is straightforward to plan. On the price ranking soundcore sits at 46 of 64, which is mid-table: neither the cheapest ticket in the group nor the most expensive.

Is there a renewal charge after buying soundcore gear?+

soundcore sets a price per product rather than per period, so $99.99 is what a buyer pays at the checkout and no second amount follows later. The store also lists refurbished audio alongside new stock under audio and refurbished, which is the practical way to spend less than the entry price. A 30 day return window covers a change of mind.

What kinds of audio products does soundcore sell?+

The catalogue covers headphones, earbuds and speakers. That is narrower than JBL, whose range runs to headphones, earbuds and speakers, and broader than HyperX at headphones and earbuds or CORSAIR at headphones. Buyers after a single audio brand for commuting, calls and home listening will find those uses covered without shopping across several makers.

Do soundcore earbuds cancel noise?+

Noise cancelling is listed as a yes on the earbuds soundcore puts at the front of the range, so it is present rather than held back for a higher model. Codecs on that pair are aac and ldac, which covers aac and ldac for higher quality wireless streaming. Across brands on the list, ldac appears on 33.3% of entries, so it is not the default choice.

How long does the battery last?+

The quoted battery figure is 28 hours. That ranks 42 of 61 brands on the same measure, and the midpoint across the headphones and earbuds list is 48.5, so longer runtimes do exist in the category. Plan charging around the shorter figure if you travel often.

Can I return soundcore gear, and is delivery free?+

Returns are allowed for 30 days, and delivery is free above a $0 threshold, so shipping adds nothing to a normal order. The store's categories are audio and refurbished, which covers audio and refurbished lines for anyone who would rather buy a second-hand unit. Help with a return runs through email, phone and chat.

Which countries does soundcore sell in?+

Delivery is listed across US, GB and DE, spanning North America, the UK, much of Europe, Vietnam and the UAE. The operation is run by Fantasia Trading LLC, registered in Hong Kong, and the brand was founded in 2011. Check your own market against the list before ordering, since shipping terms and returns follow the destination.

How do I get help from soundcore?+

Support runs on email, phone and chat, so email, phone, live chat and a help centre are all available for setup, faults and returns. Across brands on the list a help centre is the most common route at 96.7%, while phone support appears on 53.9% of them, so expect to be able to reach a person directly.

What warranty comes with soundcore products?+

Warranty length across the audio list splits around 1 years, with the upper end at 2. Brands in the headphones and earbuds group sit near 1.75, so soundcore's cover should be read against that band rather than against a generous outlier. Check the terms that ship with the specific model.

Sources

  • soundcore.com checked September 30, 2026

    Backs: IP rating, Legal entity, Markets, Price from, Products, Departments, Support channels

    “soundcore Boom 2 is an outdoor bluetooth speaker with an IPX7 waterproof rating and a floatable design”

  • soundcore.com/brand-story checked September 30, 2026

    Backs: Founded

    “Since its foundation from 2011, Anker has innovated across smart hardware, software, and AI”

  • soundcore.com/policies/refund-policy checked September 30, 2026

    Backs: Return window

    “Undamaged products may be returned for a refund within 30 days of purchase”

  • soundcore.com/policies/shipping-policy checked September 30, 2026

    Backs: Free delivery threshold

    “We offer free Standard Shipping on all orders. ... All Customers | Standard Shipping | 3-7 business days | Free”

  • soundcore.com/policies/terms-of-service checked September 30, 2026

    Backs: Headquarters

    “Anker Innovations Limited, Unit 56, 8th Floor, Tower 2, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Hong Kong, CHINA”

  • soundcore.com/products/d1203-liberty-5-pro-anc-earbuds-cl... checked September 30, 2026

    Backs: Battery life, Bluetooth codecs, Noise cancelling

    “Liberty 5 Pro - Playtime: ANC On: 6.5H (Without Case) / 28H (With Case)”

Compiled from 6 source pages, checked September 30, 2026. We did not open an account.

What changed

  • September 30, 2026: axisScores cost was 8.8, now 8.7
  • September 30, 2026: axisScores trust was 8.5, now 8.6
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