Soundcore P42i Wireless Earbuds with Adaptive ANC

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Product guide

Soundcore P42i Wireless Earbuds with Adaptive ANC

Adaptive: Soundcore P42i are in-ear wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, transparency mode and app and touch controls. The listing claims up to 12 hours per charge without ANC or 8.5 hours with ANC, with longer totals when using the case. Customer feedback praises sound, noise cancellation and comfort, but connectivity experiences are mixed.

At a glance

The listing claims adaptive ANC and a transparency mode, with app-adjustable ANC settings.
Battery claims vary by use: 12 hours per charge in normal mode and 8.5 hours with ANC, with separate lower figures for calls and ANC plus LDAC.
LDAC and Hi-Res Audio are listed, alongside app EQ and HearID options.
A 10-minute charge is claimed to provide up to 3.5 hours of listening.

Price

£54.99Save 23%

Reference price: ~~£70.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Five listed ear-tip sizes, from XXS to L, offer several fit options.
App and touch controls support personalised EQ, ANC settings and control customisation.
The case is listed as supporting wireless charging.

Technical specifications

25 specifications

Identity
Brand	Soundcore
Model	P42i

Connectivity and controls
Wireless connection listed	Wireless
Control methods listed	App, Touch
Bluetooth connection	Bluetooth
Bluetooth version	6.1
Charging interface	USB Type C

Audio and noise control
Noise control	Active Noise Cancellation
Noise-control feature	Transparency Mode
Audio driver	Dynamic Driver

Dimensions and installation
Form factor	In Ear
Weight listed	52.3 Grams

Materials and protection
Water resistance listed	Water Resistant

Battery claims by mode
Playback per charge, normal mode	12h
Total playback with case, normal mode	56h
Playback per charge, ANC on	8.5h
Total playback with case, ANC on	40h
Playback per charge, calls with ANC	5h
Total playback with case, calls with ANC	25h
Playback per charge, ANC and LDAC	6h
Total playback with case, ANC and LDAC	27h
Claimed playback from a 10-minute charge	3.5h

Other listed claims
Claimed ANC reduction	up to 55 dB
Microphones claimed	6 AI-Enhanced Mics
Colour	Blue

What to know before buying

Battery figures are manufacturer claims and are mode-dependent. The listing also describes Natural Mode for reducing loud event sound, but does not provide a measurable reduction or operating conditions. Confirm fit and connection behaviour for your devices if those are key requirements.

What’s in the box

Included

P42i earbuds
Wireless charging case
USB-C cable
Ear tips, XXS, XS, S, M and L

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Listeners who want in-ear ANC with a transparency mode and adjustable app controls.
Buyers who value several tip sizes and a case with wireless charging.
People considering long listening sessions who can compare battery claims by ANC, call and LDAC mode.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a wired headphone-jack connection.
Anyone requiring independently verified ANC performance, battery life or water-protection ratings.

Soundcore P42i Wireless Earbuds with Adaptive ANC · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 668 ratings

5 stars72%72%
4 stars14%14%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars2%2%
1 star5%5%

Customer feedback highlights sound quality, noise cancellation, fit, comfort and battery life as strengths, while connectivity experiences are mixed. For buyers choosing these for daily listening, the positive reports align with the listed ANC and in-ear design, but mixed connectivity feedback makes device pairing reliability worth considering. The rating distribution is mostly five- and four-star, with a smaller spread of lower ratings, and does not identify specific causes.

Positive themes

Customers praise sound quality and noise cancellation.
Customers report a snug fit, comfort and strong battery life.

Mixed feedback

Customer experiences with connectivity are mixed.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the P42i battery last?

The listing claims 12 hours per charge in normal mode and 56 hours total with the case. With ANC on, it claims 8.5 hours per charge and 40 hours total. Call and ANC-plus-LDAC figures are lower, so use the mode-specific claims that match your listening.

Does the P42i support wireless charging?

Wireless charging is listed as a feature, and the stated contents include a wireless charging case.

Can ANC and transparency be adjusted?

The listing describes app settings for adjustable ANC and includes transparency mode. App functions listed include EQ, HearID and touch-control customisation.

What is included in the listed package?

The manufacturer contents list names the P42i earbuds, a wireless charging case, a USB-C cable and ear tips in XXS, XS, S, M and L.