If you are looking for earbuds with app support and volume controls, then this is the one under 1500 Rs! We had been eyeing SoundCore products, but our tight schedule prevented us from getting our hands on. Was it worth the wait? Find out in this Soundcore R50i review!
Here you will find the pros and cons, built quality, looks, comfort and grip, features, app features, audio quality, mic test, gaming performance, battery backup, verdict, and recommendations.
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With that said, let’s begin the Soundcore R50i review with pros and cons.
Soundcore K50i Pros & Cons
PROS
- Amazing built quality
- 3 color options
- Lanyard is a nice touch
- App support for Android & iOS
- Volume control via earbuds
- Predefined EQ presets
- Good bass-heavy sound
- Good call quality
- Strong battery backup
CONS
- Some might find the design simple
Built Quality (5/5)
Soundcore has done an incredible job in terms of build quality. It’s evident the moment you hold the case or the buds in hand. Feels like a 2000 Rs or more worth of TWS.
The case is very strong. Magnetic hinges are very strong. The buds do not fall off if shaken or upside down. There’s not a single squeak while pressing the case.
Similarly, the buds are soft and have no ruff edges. Even if you press the buds do not squeak. Surprisingly, this TWS comes with a pre-applied lanyard, which helps to have a strong grip on your wrist or just swing around when bored!
Overall, for built, it’s a 5/5 TWS on a budget.
Looks (4/5)
In terms of looks, it’s basic and subtle. No flashiness or chrome anywhere to be seen. Not even RGB lights. If you like all the above, this is not the one for you.
Otherwise, it’s a normal “blend-in” type of TWS case. Similarly, the buds are simple too, either white, black, or blue as you choose. Additionally, the case offers a matte color scheme, which is good at hiding scratches.
The lanyard does make this TWS different from others, and people stare at it to know “what this thing is”. Yes, people don’t know how useful or what a lanyard is!
The buds also have a similar matte design to the case. But you will find some glossiness on the inside. The stem is decently sized and has the Soundcore logo on both earbuds.
If you like plain and simple design, then you would love these. For me, it’s a little too simple, hence 4/5.
Soundcore R50i Review Comfort (4.5/5) & Grip (4/5)
If you have medium to large ears, these earbuds will be comfortable for hours of use. I have worn these maximum up to 4 hours, and they were perfect. No pain or discomfort.
Do earbuds with silicone ear tips not suit you? Then, you should avoid these. Because all the ear tips fit medium to large ears only. Not ideal for small ears.
As per grip, these are also good. I do gym and these were quite grippy. With sweat, they do tend to lose grip. For regular outdoor use like walking or running, these do not fall off. You can confidently wear these.
But if you do work out when sweating is prominent, then you can opt for BoAt Airdopes 141 (Review) or BoAt Airdopes 141 ANC (Review).
Features (5/5)
Soundcore has done their homework and have given budget-centric users what they have been asking for very long time! And that’s app support along with volume controls! Yes, that sounds cool isn’t!
With the Soundcore app, you can pair an Android as well as an iOS device and take advantage of the 20+ EQs, game mode, touch control customisation, and so much more, like finding the earbuds and future proofing with updates!
Along with that, you have Bluetooth 5.3 for past pairing. 10mm audio drivers that are quite common in this price range, and here’s our audio breakup. Dual mic for better call quality. IPX5 Water resistance.
Another unique feature of Soudcore devices is the White Noise, along with AI Brainwave Audio. If you don’t know White Noise, it is a combination of all audible frequencies that create an environment. This tune is soothing music that lets you focus on something like meditation or when you are having difficulties while sleeping.
This series of music lets you relax and ultimately takes you to a happy place. You can set it for a particular time between a few minutes to hours.
Battery-wise, Soundcore R50i has a 400 mAh case along with buds having 40 mAh each. Brand claims up to 10 hours of continuous playback and up to 30 hours of overall playback. Here’s the battery backup and charging section.
So, for features, I don’t think we are missing anything major. Hence, 5/5!
Soundcore R50i Sound Quality (4.5/5)
As for audio quality, the 10mm drivers are phenomenal! You will enjoy the moment you hit the first song. The default sound profile is balanced to the center, bass-heavy signature with detailed vocals and good treble. Even if you hit the max volume, there’s no audio distortion or breaking that we experienced.
If you think the bass is high, you can select between 20+ presets. For the most part, the default EQ is the best-tuned, along with the bass-boosted one.
You can confidently use this TWS for media consumption or listening to podcasts. When bass is missing, the vocals take the lead.
Overall, audio quality is great, and Soundcore has done a phenomenal job of tuning these earbuds. Be it Punjabi music, Hip Hop, Classical, or even Sufi, you will enjoy every bass drop on these.
Hence, Soundcore R50I gets a massive 5/5!
Mic Test (4/5)
If you like your voice to be as real as it is in real then this is the one to buy. There’s no AI or ENC to tune and make your vocals sound muffled or less sharp by removing the background noise. All you get is the real, raw vocals of your voice with ambient noise.
I am aware the brand talks about AI, but I did not notice much fine-tuning. And that’s how I like it!
I take calls indoors and outdoors, and the person on the call was able to guess where I am. But, they did not guess whether I was on the phone or wearing headphones!
If you need tws with ENC to filter background noise, then you can opt for BoAt Airdopes 141ANC (Review).
Soundcore R50i Battery Life And Charging (4/5)
The brand claims up to 10 hours of battery backup on a single use and can deliver up to 30 hours of overall battery backup. The Soundcore R50i battery mAh is 400 for the case, while the buds have 40 mAh each.
If you are a regular user who plugs in to take classes and puts the back in and then vibes on some songs or watches Reels or Shorts, then you can expect about a week’s battery backup.
These claims are at 100% volume and a mix of calling, music, and gaming. Depending upon the charger used, you can have the buds and the case fully charged between 1 to 2 hours.
We use a Moto 20-Watt charger, and within 1 hour and 20 minutes, the case and buds are fully charged. If you are willing to try something new and worthy, then Soundcore is a new strong competitor.
Soundcore R50i Review Gaming (4/5)
Earbuds claims to have lower latency, and at PadhkeDekho, we never go for numbers; we put it to the test! The same happened with the Soundcore R50i. Just make sure to enable gaming mode for an even better experience.
My game list includes mobile games like COD Mobile, Real Racing 3, COC, and a little BGMI. And on PC, COD 5, GTA 4, GTA 5, Mafia 2, and CS with friends.
So, how the gameplay experience? Very consistent throughout. No lags, audio stutter, or even delay while gaming or media consumption. The phones I used are the Moto Edge 40, the iPhone 13, the iPhone 16, and the iPhone 16 Plus.
Note: Based on your phone’s Bluetooth version, performance will vary. As per my experience, I enjoyed playing games with the Soundcore R50i.
Wrapping up!
That’s about it, folks! This is an Anker Soundcore R50i review after a month of testing. If you have any questions or queries, you can DM us on any of the social accounts below.
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Soundcore R50i Review – FAQ
Q: Soundcore R50i App?
A: The app name is known as Soundcore. Available on Android as well as the App Store for free.
Q: Soundcore R50i Equilizer?
A: Along with 20+ presets, you get an equalizer to create your personal audio profile.
Q: Is Anker Soundcore R50i Good?
A: Yes, the Anker Soundcore R50i is good. It offers volume controls and app support under 1500 Rs. Here’s the Soundcore R50i review after a month of testing. Read now!
Q: Is Anker Soundcore R50i Noise Cancelling?
A: The hardware is designed in a way to prevent ambient noise from breaking in. The passive noise cancellation is good. However, if you need Active noise cancellation, you can check out the Soundcore R50i NC model.