Prime Day verdict: are these budget earbuds worth it?
This Prime Day-style budget earbuds round-up highlights two standout audio deals that combine open-ear designs, active noise cancelling, extended battery life and water resistance at prices under USD 140 (approx. RM647), giving everyday listeners access to features that usually appear on more expensive flagship models. Both offers are worth a quick look. The SHOKZ OpenDots ONE open-ear earbuds drop to USD 139.95 (approx. RM647) from USD 199.95 (approx. RM925), a 30% discount that matches their record-low Prime Day price and saves USD 60 (approx. RM278). The Soundcore P30i true wireless ANC earbuds fall to £22.99, down from an RRP of £49.99, a 54% saving that pushes them firmly into impulse-buy territory. In short: OpenDots ONE is a good open-ear earbuds deal if you value comfort and awareness, while the P30i is one of the strongest ANC earbuds under 140 for everyday use.
| Deal highlight | SHOKZ OpenDots ONE | Soundcore P30i |
|---|---|---|
| Prime Day angle | Matches record-low open-ear earbuds deal price | One of the more eye-catching budget earbuds Prime Day offers |
| Our verdict | Worth it if you want premium open-ear comfort under USD 140 (approx. RM647) | Easy recommendation if you want ANC earbuds under 140 with long battery life |
SHOKZ OpenDots ONE: open-ear comfort at a record-low price
The SHOKZ OpenDots ONE drops to USD 139.95 (approx. RM647), down from its USD 199.95 (approx. RM925) RRP, a USD 60 (approx. RM278) saving and 30% discount that returns these open-ear earbuds to last week’s record-low Prime Day price. This Lightning Deal is live on Amazon and “is probably only going to last a matter of hours,” so it’s a time-sensitive grab. At this price, you are locked to the red colorway, but you gain a clip-on, open-ear design that avoids in-ear tips and keeps you aware of your surroundings. Feature-wise, you get Dolby Audio support, app-based EQ, touch-control customization, battery monitoring and a Find My Earbuds function. Battery life is rated at up to 10 hours per charge, with around 40 hours when you include the case. For open-ear buds, the sound is well-liked, with notably solid bass, plus a 4.4-star rating that backs up the value at this price.
| Spec | Details | Deal angle |
|---|---|---|
| Price & discount | USD 139.95 (approx. RM647), 30% off USD 199.95 RRP | Matches record-low open-ear earbuds deal |
| Design | Clip-on, open-ear, glasses-friendly fit | Best for comfort and situational awareness |
| Battery | Up to 10 hours per charge, 40 hours with case | Long enough for commutes and workdays |
| Audio features | Dolby Audio, EQ app, touch controls, Find My Earbuds | Flagship-style extras under USD 140 (approx. RM647) |
Soundcore P30i: ANC, 45-hour playtime and a smart case under ANC earbuds under 140
The Soundcore P30i price cut is one of the clearest budget earbuds Prime Day-style wins: the black model sits at £22.99 on Amazon, down from an RRP of £49.99, a 54% saving. Blue and white are also listed at £22.99, pink at £23.89, and green at £25.99, with the white option reduced against a lower £29.98 RRP at the time of writing. Amazon shows the deal as selling fast and notes more than 5,000 pairs bought in the past month, backed by a 4.4-star rating from 36,236 reviews. Core specs look far from budget: smart active noise cancelling that can reduce noise by up to 42dB, transparency mode for hearing traffic and announcements, and 10mm drivers tuned with Soundcore’s BassUp technology for punchy sound. Battery life reaches up to 10 hours per charge, or six hours with ANC, and a total of up to 45 hours with the case, or 25 hours with ANC, plus a 10-minute quick charge for two hours of use.
| Spec | Details | Deal angle |
|---|---|---|
| Price & colors | £22.99 in black/blue/white, £23.89 pink, £25.99 green | ANC earbuds under 140 with big percentage savings |
| ANC & transparency | Adaptive ANC up to 42dB, transparency mode for awareness | Suitable for buses, trains and busy streets |
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours (6 with ANC), 45 hours total (25 with ANC) plus quick-charge | Flagship-level endurance at a budget price |
| Extra features | Case doubles as phone stand, Bluetooth 5.4, four AI mics, IP54 protection | Smart case and splash resistance set them apart |
Buy if / Skip if
- Buy the SHOKZ OpenDots ONE if you want open-ear earbuds with Dolby Audio, around 40 hours total battery and a record-low Lightning Deal price under USD 140 (approx. RM647).
- Skip the SHOKZ OpenDots ONE if you prefer sealed in-ear tips and maximum passive isolation over situational awareness and comfort.
- Buy the Soundcore P30i earbuds if you want ANC earbuds under 140 with adaptive noise cancelling, up to 45-hour playtime and a charging case that doubles as a phone stand.
- Skip the Soundcore P30i earbuds if you need higher-grade water resistance than IP54 for heavy rain or regular submersion.
- Buy the SHOKZ OpenDots ONE if you wear glasses or dislike in-ear buds and want a clip-on design built for all-day comfort and awareness.
- Skip the Soundcore P30i earbuds if you rarely use ANC and would rather pay more for audiophile-grade sound than for budget convenience.
