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Anker Soundcore Q11i Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:60 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Anker Soundcore Q11i Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 86% of models
Score components

80%

7.2

Technical score

20%

9.3

User score

â–²Better than 86% of headphones
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

52%

6.9

Sound

20%

7.3

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

6.9

Connectivity

6%

9.5

Battery

4%

8.1

Calls & Controls

â–²Better than 79% of headphones
9.3

User score

User score
9.3/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on 5,180 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
★Better than 98% of headphones
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Anker Soundcore Q11i

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components:

52%

6.9

Sound

20%

7.3

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

6.9

Connectivity

6%

9.5

Battery

4%

8.1

Calls & Controls

7.2
User score
User score
9.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on 5,180 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
9.3
Popularity
Popularity
9.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 86% of models
Popularity:
Anker Soundcore Q11i has a popularity score of 9.1 points, which is higher than that of 86.2% of products in this category.
9.1
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 86% of models
Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.3
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
â–¼ Worse than 27% of models
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Driver size
40 mm
â–² Better than 29% of models
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Number of drivers
1
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
yes
Noise-canceling microphone
yes
â–² Better than 61% of models
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
Can be used as a headset
yes
â–² Better than 15% of models
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Number of microphones
1
â–² Better than 27% of models
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
Boom microphone
no
â–¼ Worse than 14% of models
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wireless
Connectivity
wireless
â–² Better than 51% of models
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
5.3
Bluetooth version
5.3
â–² Better than 89% of models
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 5.3, newer Bluetooth version than 88.7% of headphones and equal to 6.5% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
14 m
Maximum Bluetooth range
14 m
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <10 m – >15 m
This pair of headphones offers a Bluetooth range of 14 m, higher Bluetooth range than 84.8% of headphones.
Audio latency
150 ms
Audio latency
150 ms
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <40 ms – >222 ms
This pair of headphones has audio latency of 150 ms, lower audio latency than 45.4% of headphones and equal to 4.9% of headphones.
Multipoint support
yes
Multipoint support
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This pair of headphones supports multipoint. 69.4% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
yes
Ambient sound mode
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode. 75.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
yes
EQ support
yes
â–² Better than 77% of models
This pair of headphones supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
yes
Companion app
yes
â–² Better than 78% of models
This pair of headphones works with a companion app. 78.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
60 hours
Battery life
60 hours
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 60 hours, higher battery life than 79.1% of headphones and equal to 6.1% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
2 hours
Charging time
2 hours
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <1.5 hours – >3.5 hours
This pair of headphones needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 47.8% of headphones and equal to 39% of headphones.
Quick charge
yes
Quick charge
yes
â–² Better than 67% of models
This pair of headphones supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
800 mAh
Battery capacity
800 mAh
â–² Better than 75% of models
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 800 mAh, higher battery capacity than 75% of headphones and equal to 7.6% of headphones.
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Brand name
Anker
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
241 g
Weight
241 g
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 241 g, heavier than 59.2% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Anker Soundcore Q11i vs the average pair of headphones

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  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Hi-Res Audio certification
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    EQ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    Companion app
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    115 dB/mW
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Multipoint support
    Multipoint support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Highest frequency
    40,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <20k Hz – >40k Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20000 Hz.
    40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 16.1% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    Anker Soundcore Q11i has a higher user score than the average pair of headphones (9.29 vs 8.000).
    9.29 vs 8
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Anker Soundcore Q11i is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£35 vs £90).
    £35 vs £90
  • 54.2% more popular
    Anker Soundcore Q11i is more popular than the average pair of headphones (9.05 vs 5.9).
    9.05 vs 5.87
  • 14.7% better value for money
    Anker Soundcore Q11i has better value for money than the average pair of headphones (8.34 vs 7.3).
    8.34 vs 7.27
  • Foldable design
    Foldable
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Hi-Res Audio certification
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    115 dB/mW
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Highest frequency
    40,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <20k Hz – >40k Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20000 Hz.
    40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 12 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Sound pressure level
    115 dB SPL
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <94 dB SPL – >115 dB SPL
    This pair of headphones has a higher sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    60 hours
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    60 hours vs 30 hours
  • Quick charge support
    Quick charge
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • USB-C charging
    USB Type-C
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This pair of headphones uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • 37.9% higher battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    800 mAh
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (800 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    800 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • Rechargeable battery
    Has a rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This pair of headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    Multipoint support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • LDAC support
    LDAC
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This pair of headphones supports LDAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.1% of headphones support LDAC.
  • AAC codec support
    AAC
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • 4 m longer Bluetooth range
    Maximum Bluetooth range
    14 m
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <10 m – >15 m
    This pair of headphones has a higher Bluetooth range than the average pair of headphones (14 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
    14 m vs 10 m
  • Fast pairing support
    Fast pairing
    yes
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This pair of headphones supports fast pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 14% of headphones support fast pairing.
  • Multipoint connections
    Multipoint connections
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
    supports multipoint for up to 2 devices.
  • Low-latency game mode
    Low-latency game mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This pair of headphones includes a low-latency game mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.2% of headphones support low-latency game mode.
  • Clear call microphone
    Noise-canceling microphone
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    On-device controls
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Sidetone support
    Sidetone
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    EQ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    Companion app
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • 8 newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This pair of headphones was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2024 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    November 2024
    2024 vs 2016
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    20 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 10.6% higher weight
    Weight
    241 g
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (241 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    241 g vs 218 g
  • No travel bag
    Travel bag included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Neodymium magnet
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    This pair of headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 10.6% higher weight
    Weight
    241 g
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (241 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    241 g vs 218 g
  • No travel bag
    Travel bag included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    20 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • No neodymium magnet
    Neodymium magnet
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    This pair of headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.

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What we like about Anker Soundcore Q11i

  • Outstanding battery life of up to 60 hours on a single charge.
  • Fast charging capability provides 4 hours of playback from just a 5-minute charge.
  • One-touch 'BassUp' technology delivers a punchy and immersive low-end.
  • Lightweight and foldable design makes them highly portable for travel.
  • Support for multipoint connection allows seamless switching between two devices.
  • Detachable and replaceable ear cushions for easier maintenance and longevity.
  • Soundcore app integration offers customizable EQ settings and firmware updates.

What we don't like about Anker Soundcore Q11i

  • Lacks Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), relying only on passive isolation.
  • The fit can feel tight or snug, potentially causing discomfort during long sessions.
  • Plastic construction may feel less durable or 'cheap' compared to premium models.
  • No carrying case or travel pouch included in the box.
  • Absence of audible confirmation (voice prompts) for some functions like power on/off.
  • Microphone voice pickup can be weak in some environments.

Verdict

The Anker Soundcore Q11i is a budget-friendly over-ear headphone featuring 40mm dynamic drivers and Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint connectivity. It offers high-resolution audio support when used with the included AUX cable, providing a frequency range of 20Hz to 40kHz, and features a dedicated BassUp button for instant low-end enhancement. Its standout characteristic is an impressive 60-hour battery life, supported by fast charging that provides 4 hours of playback from a 5-minute charge. Main pros include its lightweight 240g design, customizable EQ via the Soundcore app, and durable, detachable ear cushions. However, notable cons include the lack of active noise cancellation (ANC), the absence of a travel case, and a lack of audible power-on/off confirmations.

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