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SoundPEATS Air 5 - Better Than Airpods - 2025
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FREE 24-48 HOUR SHIPPING 🚚 - Same Qualcomm QCC3091 Chip as Earfun Air Pro 4 & SoundPEATS Air 5 Pro - Unique Semi-In-Ear Comfort

🎧 SoundPEATS Air5: Semi-In-Ear Comfort with Snapdragon Sound - Best Airpods Alternative - Best Sound Under $200

Dual Certified Hi-Res & Snapdragon Sound in a Lightweight, Semi-In-Ear Design

The SoundPEATS Air5 delivers a unique proposition in the budget audio market: high-resolution, lossless audio powered by a Qualcomm QCC3091 chip and Snapdragon Sound certification, all housed in a featherlight semi-in-ear design. For listeners who prioritize all-day comfort and avoid the sealed feeling of in-ear buds, the Air5 offers an unbeatable combination of premium sound technology and a relaxed, open fit.


✅ Features & Benefits

  • 🎧 Dual Certified High-Res Audio: Experience exceptional sound quality with both Hi-Res Audio and Snapdragon Sound certification. The Qualcomm S3 audio platform ensures powerful processing with minimal distortion for clearer, more realistic sound.

  • 🔊 13mm Composite Bio-Diaphragm Driver: The large 13mm dynamic driver, with a diaphragm made from Japanese imported paper pulp and biofiber, delivers clean, natural, and highly detailed sound.

  • ⚡ aptX Adaptive Lossless & Bluetooth 5.4: Immerse yourself in true-to-life audio with aptX Adaptive Lossless decoding, transmitting high-resolution sound up to 24-bit/96kHzBluetooth 5.4 provides a stable connection and lower power consumption.

  • 👂 Semi-In-Ear Comfort & IPX5 Rating: With an all-new curved design and a weight of just 3.8g per earbud, the Air5 continues the "Air" series' signature lightweight, comfortable wear. The IPX5 rating protects against sweat and rain.

  • 🔋 30-Hour Total Battery Life & Multi-Point Connectivity: Enjoy a total of 30 hours of playback with the compact charging caseMulti-point connectivity allows you to seamlessly switch between two devices at once.

  • 📞 4-Mic AI Noise Cancellation: An AI-powered 4-microphone system works to suppress background noise, ensuring you're heard clearly on calls.

  • 📱 PeatsAudio App Control: Customize your experience with the PeatsAudio app, which offers an 8-band custom equalizer, touch control customization, and firmware updates.


🏆 Why We Chose It for Simply Smart

"The SoundPEATS Air5 are the brand's best-sounding half-in-ears to date. It's an entertaining and pleasant listen, especially on background and moderate volumes." — Independent Reviewer

SoundPEATS has expertly leveraged the Qualcomm QCC3091 chip to bring top-tier audio codecs to a comfortable, semi-in-ear form factor. While it forgoes active noise cancellation, it focuses its value on delivering a high-fidelity audio experience for those who can't tolerate the sealed feeling of in-ear buds. This smart targeting makes it a 2025 Top Pick for Comfort and Sound.


🚀 Snapdragon Sound - The Engine for Best Sound Under $200

What is Snapdragon Sound?
Snapdragon Sound is Qualcomm's premium audio platform designed to deliver a complete, high-quality wireless listening experience. For the user, this certification means you get a perfectly optimized combination of high-resolution, lossless audiorobust connectivitycrystal-clear calls, and low-latency gaming all working together seamlessly .

Powered by the Flagship QCC3091 Chip
At the heart of the Earfun Air Pro 4 is the advanced Qualcomm QCC3091 chip, which is the hardware key to its Snapdragon Sound certification . This powerful processor enables support for the aptX Lossless codec, allowing for true CD-quality, bit-exact audio over Bluetooth—a feature often reserved for earbuds costing twice as much .

⚖️ SoundPEATS Air 5 vs. SoundPEATS Air 5 Pro vs. Earfun Air 4 Pro

Here's how the SoundPEATS Air5 stands against its top competitors, showing why it's the undisputed champion for comfort.

Feature SoundPEATS Air5
(The AirPods Alternative)
SoundPEATS Air5 Pro
(The AirPods Pro Alternative)
Earfun Air Pro 4
(The All-Around Best)
Design & Fit Semi-In-Ear (Open Fit). Rests loosely for maximum comfort & awareness. In-Ear (Secure Seal). Creates a seal for passive isolation. In-Ear (Secure & Comfortable). Lightweight with five ear tip sizes.
Active Noise Cancellation Very Limited Effect (not a feature due to open design) Strong, Adaptive Hybrid ANC. Effective for transit & offices. Superior, Clean ANC. Stronger reduction with no background hum.
Sound Profile Vivid & Natural; warm & engaging, best at low-mid volumes. Bass-Heavy & Customizable; tunable via 10-band EQ. Balanced & Clean; crisp vocals, controlled bass, great out-of-box.
Microphone Quality Sufficient, natural voice; audible wind noise Performs well in noisy conditions (Rank A) Clear, natural voice audio; better for calls in noise (Rank B)
Battery & Charging 30 hrs total, USB-C only 37 hrs total, USB-C only Up to 52 hrs total, Qi Wireless Charging
App Experience Basic app control via PeatsAudio PeatsAudio app with 10-band EQ (can be slow/buggy) Superior, responsive app with 10-band EQ & many customizations
Key Differentiators • Lightweight, stem-style comfort
• Snapdragon Sound
• IPX5 rating
• Snapdragon Sound & LDAC/aptX
• Good call quality in noise
• IPX5 rating
• Excellent, feature-packed app
• Qi Wireless Charging
• More natural transparency mode
Ideal User Wants AirPods-like fit with better audio from Qualcomm chip. Wants max features & strong ANC they can tune on a budget. Seeks the most polished & reliable experience, no tweaking needed.

The Final Verdict:

  • Choose the SoundPEATS Air5 when your #1 priority is all-day, pressure-free comfort. It's the perfect upgrade from basic AirPods, offering a familiar open fit with significantly better, high-resolution audio powered by the Qualcomm QCC3091 chip.

  • Choose the SoundPEATS Air5 Pro when you need maximum features—especially strong adaptive ANC and deep sound customization via EQ—at a minimal price. It's for the user who loves to tweak and tune their audio experience.

  • Choose the Earfun Air Pro 4 when you want the most refined, "it just works" experience overall. It delivers superior ANC without hums, a better app, clearer out-of-the-box sound, and premium conveniences like wireless charging, making it the best all-rounder for most people.

Why the "Air5" Wins on Comfort
While other models focus on sealing out the world, the SoundPEATS Air5 is designed for living in it. Its semi-in-ear, open fit eliminates the fatigue and pressure of in-ear buds, making it the only choice for all-day wear. Don't mistake comfort for compromise—it delivers the same Snapdragon Sound and high-resolution audio as its peers, proving you don't have to sacrifice sound quality for unparalleled comfort.


⚖️ Real-World Performance Insights

  • Sound Quality: Out of the box, the Air5 has a vivid sound character with gentle mid-bass thumps and a strong vocal presence at moderate volumes. The sound can become warmer and smoother after using the app's EQ, offering a more relaxed listen that is highly customizable to your taste.

  • Battery Life Note: While the rated total is 30 hours, real-world usage with the aptX codec can reduce the earbuds' single-charge playtime to around 3.5 - 4 hours.

  • Fit and Design: The semi-in-ear design sits loosely in the ears and is very comfortable, though some may find the fit less secure than competitors like the Apple AirPods 4, especially during movement.

  • Noise Cancellation: The "All-Round Intelligent Noise Cancellation" focuses on call clarity. The passive noise isolation from the semi-in-ear design is limited, and it does not feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) for music playback.


🔧 Technical Specifications



Feature Specification
Bluetooth Chipset Qualcomm QCC3091
Bluetooth Version 5.4
Audio Codecs AAC, SBC, aptX Adaptive Lossless
Driver Size 13mm Composite Bio-Diaphragm
Battery Life (Rated) 6 hrs (Earbuds), 30 hrs total with case
Charging USB-C (No Wireless Charging)
Water Resistance IPX5 (sweat and water resistant)
Microphones 4-mic array with AI Noise Cancellation
Companion App PeatsAudio App (8-band EQ, controls)
Weight ~3.8g per earbud

📦 What's in the Box?

  • SoundPEATS Air5 Earbuds

  • Charging Case

  • Type-C Charging Cable

  • User Manual


✨ Why Shop With Simply Smart?

  • 💰 Price Match Guarantee: We beat most Canadian retailers' prices.

  • 🔁 SmartSwap Program: Upgrade within a year for 80% value back.

  • 🛡️ 18-Month Warranty: Covered by SoundPEATS's extended support.

  • 🇨🇦 Canadian Tested & Supported: Locally benchmarked for performance.


🛒 Only $180 — Experience high-resolution audio without the in-ear pressure. The perfect blend of comfort and quality.

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