SoundPeats Clip 1 vs Earfun Clip
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The SoundPeats Clip 1 are new clipbuds from budget audio brand SoundPeats. They are priced to compete with the Earfun Clip (~$70), which I recently reviewed here and on my YouTube channel. Let's see how these new buds compare to the Earfun.
Hardware
The SoundPeats case is larger than the Earfun case and open from the front when it is lying flat instead of opening from the back as the Earfun case does. (note that my Earfun case no longer seems to want to stay closed when lying flat but fortunately can stand upright and stay closed that way). Both cases are gray, but the SoundPeats case is shinier and larger. There is no wireless charging for either case.
The earbuds themselves are very similar. There is branding on the rear portion and the front pieces where the speakers live are unadorned. The Earfun has silver and red trim and the SoundPeats has gold trim. I think the SoundPeats looks nicer, but I'm partial to gold. If you think gold looks trashy, you'll probably prefer the look of the Earfun.
Software
Both devices have apps which allow you to turn LDAC on/off, modify controls, select EQ presets, and take a hearing test for the adaptive/dynamic EQ function. I like the customized EQ feature on the Earfun better, but they both seem to work fine. You can create your own EQ settings as well. I've had issues with the SoundPeats app in the past in terms of connectivity, but I didn't have any issues with it while testing the Clip 1.
Sound
The Clip 1 have a brighter sound signature than the Earfun, which feel warmer and fuller, especially at the low end. But to trade blows, the Clip 1 have a bit wider soundstage, so some music sounds better, especially live music recordings. I wouldn't say that the Clip 1 has an excellent soundstage, but it is noticeable compared to the Earfun, which have an intimate in-your-head sound. The Earfun have a stronger bass presence, which lends to the fuller and warmer sound. Bass isn't nearly as prominent in the Clip 1, but there is EQ so you can ameliorate the situation somewhat. Both clipbuds have clear and detailed sound and are good enough to listen to music, but excel at spoken word content like podcasts, YouTube videos, and movies.
Other Features
Because these are clipbuds, they don't offfer any noise canceling beyond any noise reduction in their microphones. The Clip 1 do offer sensors to pause the music when you remove them and start it back when you put them back in. This generally works well but there is often a lag. It hasn't been annoying enough for me to turn the feature off (yet). To my ears, the Earfun has better microphone performance; the voice pickup is stronger, and clarity is reasonably good. The Clip 1 is quieter and seems to deal with noise a little less capably. But for use in quiet situations, both will allow you to take calls or record voice memos and be understood. In louder situations you may want something with stronger and better microphones.
I like the Clip 1, but because my tastes in sound run warm, I'd take the Earfun Clip over the SoundPeats Clip 1. But if you like your music on the brighter/colder side, the Clip 1 may suit you well. They will be released on Amazon on November 12, 2025. Using the affiliate link below helps support me and allows me to continue buying products to review and share with you here on the website and on my YouTube channel. Thanks for the support!
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