Melomania M100

This is going to be my review of the Soundpeats H3. *Scroll down to find out more:)* **DISCLAIMER: This pair was sent out by Soundpeats for review purposes. However, everything written here is my own honest and unbiased opinion. Soundpeats had no influence over what I say or how I rate the H3, and they did not preview this review before posting.** The Soundpeats H3 pricing is around 129.99 but can usually be found with a 10% coupon on Amazon US **Every part/category is labeled in bold so just scroll around if you want.** **(9/10) UNBOXING:** There is nothing to complain about with Soundpeats unboxing and packaging. Everything is clean and simple which is typical for Soundpeats flagships. A big plus for things included this time is 4 different sizes of eartips so it should be fine to fit almost any ear comfortably. Things included in the box: * USB C Cable * 4 Pairs of Silicone Eartips * A manual/user guide * Soundpeats Mascot Stickers https://preview.redd.it/na2bis3v34wf1.jpg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=61450e5444cc5c766ff2692bf1586f4f5a014623 **(8/10) FEATURES:** * BT 5.4 * ANC / TRANSPARENCY * Multipoint * Aptx Lossless + LDAC Hi Res * App Compatibility * IPX5 The feature set is strong, though it’s missing LE/LC3 audio, which is odd for a flagship in 2025. However having the option between LDAC and Aptx is huge especially for android users. Some features I would have liked especially for a TWS for this price would have been google fast pair, wireless charging, and in ear detection but I get why they didn't add these features especially with the triple driver setup and sound performance which I will get into later. **(8.5/10) BUILD QUALITY / COMFORT:** The case feels lightweight, maybe too lightweight and that’s my main gripe especially for a TWS over 100 dollars. The hinge feels strong/premium and show no signs of weakness or creakiness. The earbuds themselves are beautifully designed with a semi-transparent housing and metallic touches that give them a very premium look especially with the gold in my opinion. Comfort wise, they’re excellent. The rounded nozzles and lowish weight mean they stay secure without fatigue even after long listening sessions. They also come with 4 different sizes of eartips included the ones that come fit onto the earbuds themselves stock. This means it can basically fit almost any ear size and gives more option when it comes to adjustments. The overall shape of the bud is quite chunky (to fit the triple driver setup) but aren't too heavy and shouldn't cause much fatigue and falling out of the ear. These are also shaped like wired iems so they have great passive isolation in my opinion and would work great with foam eartips, however I haven't tried that yet. https://preview.redd.it/amdezus144wf1.jpg?width=6144&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3786eeb97a3c5dededb85404dab167f9cf184cd7 https://preview.redd.it/n387hla344wf1.jpg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c91a028930bf96d45afe06b3bff332ad0883d4b9 **(8.5/10) CONTROLS:** Touch controls are standard and highly customizable through the app. Every tap gesture like single, double, triple tap, and long hold can be customized for each bud. Responsiveness is solid, and unlike some previous Soundpeats models, the delay between input and action is minimal. One major issue I did have with these once out of the box was that none of the touch controls responded/worked so I had to do a factory reset on them. This helped fix the issue but I'm pretty sure it was just a temporary defect but otherwise its working perfectly fine now. I'm not saying this might happen for you but it did happen for me so I'm putting that out there. As usual, I’d like some kind of feedback sound or haptic to confirm inputs, but overall, control functionality is smooth with no accidental touch issues. **(6.5/10) APP:** The PeatsAudio app still feels half baked. It works, but the UI is sluggish and still requires Wi-Fi to access functions while other brands handle locally. You do get: * Customizable 10-band EQ with 12 other presets * LDAC / aptX toggles (turn LDAC off to toggle aptx) * ANC, with several modes & Transparency controls * Touch control remapping * Multipoint toggle * Game Mode (<60ms latency advertised) * Earbud fit test * Find Earbuds feature The trend of different ANC modes seem to be apparent on newer Soundpeats models as well as the earbud fit test which I don't really think is necessary. Also the 10 band EQ works well at tuning and the buds themselves respond to EQ well which I will get into later. Quick note: Multipoint and gamemode cannot be used with LDAC toggled, it can only be used once LDAC is switched off which is a bummer. https://preview.redd.it/6gr54toa44wf1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=c4b3271c9780610c683ae1cc44655d28dc953167 https://preview.redd.it/1xxkyl7b44wf1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=e06e233d91abdee3b1023a23fdcfb8b269fd8327 https://preview.redd.it/cmq9yjob44wf1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=2c7a60a3d0b58a18740ec0d812cce01f9411f1d1 **(7/10) BATTERY LIFE:** In my testing around 40-50% volume, I got around 4 hours and 30 minutes with ANC and LDAC on. I also got similar times with aptx. Without ANC I get around 5 hours and 30 to 7 hours and 30 depending on if I have any of the hi res codecs running. Case battery is advertised around 37 hours which is solid. **(7.25/10) ANC / TRANSPARENCY:** (7.5/10) NOISE CANCELLATION: I tested the ANC performance across several environments whether it was fans, AC, or outside on busy streets. The Soundpeats H3 performs good at best for its price point. It does a great job at eliminating low frequencies like AC and engine rumble. Mid frequency cancellation is decent but when compared to a cheaper Soundpeats pair like the Air 5 Pro it's noticeably worse. High frequency blockage is almost none existent and leaks through easily but does get softened slightly. For reference I would say the H3 block out around 90-95% of low frequencies, 45-60% of the mid frequencies, and about 10-15 percent of the highs. The ANC doesn't excel but does it's job especially since this H3 is geared towards sound quality and not noise cancellation. Bonus: these also have good passive isolation (7/10) TRANSPARENCY MODE: The transparency mode on the H3 is fairly natural and does a decent job at letting in outside sound but can sound artificial at times. It doesn't do that great of a job at boosting ambient noise so overall volume is still somewhat muted when compared to something like the Oneplus Buds Pro 3. However it is good enough to hold conversations and to stay aware of surroundings. There is a noticeable amount of occlusion and some hiss in the background but otherwise its decent. **(9.8/10) SOUND QUALITY:** These Soundpeats H3 are equipped with a triple driver setup which features a 12mm dynamic driver and dual balanced armatures (12mm + 2BA) which is something you rarely see in a earbud in this price range. However, while the hardware is excellent, the stock tuning out of the box does not do it justice. Right out of the box, the H3 sound overly mid centric, vocals are pushed way too forward, and the upper mids lean toward shouty and thin. There’s just not enough warmth or weight to the overall presentation, and instruments tend to blend together without much texture. Detail is technically there, but it feels masked by the strange tonal balance. If I were to judge them purely on stock tuning, I’d honestly be disappointed, especially compared to something like the Capsule 3 Pro Plus or even the OnePlus Buds Pro 3. I personally don't mind it but many would gripe of how these don't live up to the hype when it comes down to its tuning. That being said, once EQ is applied, it’s a completely different story. My EQ is +1, +3, +2, 0, -4, -1, +3, +1, +2, 0 (a picture down below as well). The EQ is inspired by a reddit user (u/Full_Transportation5) who commented on another H3 review which I built my EQ upon it. With this EQ, the sound transforms. Bass gains proper presence and depth, it becomes textured, controlled, and adds a satisfying low end rumble without muddying the mids. The midrange itself becomes much more natural; vocals sound rich, full, and well defined with proper warmth and weight. The treble is crisp and airy, adding sparkle and clarity without becoming harsh, though I’m still a bit skeptical about the very upper end tuning since it can sound a bit too sharp depending on the track. https://preview.redd.it/4y7gqqro44wf1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=c8000b98c510319fe183d6dff2007f2d8066d9cb With EQ applied, instruments and vocals have texture, depth, and volume, and everything sounds more coherent. Imaging and separation stand out the most, you can hear distinct layers between instruments, and positioning is spot on even in busy mixes. Imaging on these is easily some of the best I’ve heard from Soundpeats and are slightly better than their Capsule 3 Pro Plus which have those XMEM drivers. Each instrument has its own clear space with excellent separation. You can tell exactly where each sound is coming from, whether it’s left, right, or slightly above. Soundstage is also surprisingly wide and layered. There’s a sense of air and openness that makes these sound much more expensive than they are. The dynamic range is phenomenal too, quiet background details and loud instruments maintain separation without blending into each other. These H3 also respond extremely well to EQ, more than most other Soundpeats earbuds I’ve tested. Even small adjustments make noticeable improvements, which means you can really tailor them to your sound preference easily whether its V-shape, bass heavy, or flat, etc. If I was to base the sound rating off stock it probably would have been an 8/10 but after EQ this heavily changes my thoughts of the sound. Overall, the H3 are technically brilliant but poorly tuned out of the box. Once properly EQed, though, they become one of the most detailed, dynamic, and immersive pairs Soundpeats has ever made. With the right tuning, they reveal just how much potential their hardware truly has. They easily rival, and in some cases surpassing, earbuds that cost well over $300. These aren’t for those who want perfect sound straight away, but if you’re willing to tweak, they’ll reward you heavily. (8.5\~/10) TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE: * Imaging – 9/10 * Soundstage – 8.5/10 * Detail Retrieval – 9/10 * Dynamic Range – 9/10 **VERDICT:** OVERALL SCORE: (8.1/10) The Soundpeats H3 have so much potential with the hardware and the use of custom EQ. The hardware is phenomenal, but the stock tuning sadly doesn’t show it off the way it should. Out of the box, the sound can feel overly mid forward and thin, but once EQed, these become a completely different beast. If Soundpeats can fix the tuning in a future firmware update, these would easily compete with earbuds like the Status Between 3ANC, Technics AZ100, or even some cheaper wired IEMs. The build and comfort are excellent, with a lightweight and decent fit that works for long sessions. The feature set is strong too, with multipoint, aptX Lossless, LDAC, and full EQ customization, though it’s missing some convenience extras like in-ear detection, wireless charging, and Google Fast Pair which I feel like should be standard for buds of this price range. Battery life is another big downside if you want all day use, and the PeatsAudio app still feels half finished. ANC and transparency performance are solid but not standout. The ANC handles low end hums and rumbles well but struggles more with higher frequencies, and transparency mode sounds slightly artificial though still usable for awareness and short conversations. Who should buy these? Get these if: You want the best sound quality possible for this price and don't mind EQing the buds Skip these if: You want perfect tuning out of the box or top tier ANC and transparency. *Feel free to drop any questions below or share your EQ settings*

Well, both have two very different tunings when it comes to sound. Imo the m100 sound much better out of the box especially because it's got a more natural tonality but the H3 have much more potential because they respond better with EQ. The m100 do have better aspects like battery life and ANC performance. I would say if you want something for pure sound quality the H3 beat out the melomania m100 but if you want ANC and better daily use them the m100 beat out the H3. Both sound great nonetheless

The m100s actually fit very well and deep inside my ear. However if the H3 didn't work for you I would have some doubts about the m100. The m100 are hella chunky buds and are slightly heavier than the H3. They do come with foam eartips which do help them stay in place.