# 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.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: Soundcore
- Model: P42i
- Category: Electronics > Headphones
- Price: 54.99 GBP
- Previous price: 70.99 GBP
- Discount: 23%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T17:43:05.243Z
- Rating: 4.4 / 5
- Reviews: 668

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## 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.

## 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.

## 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

## Before you buy

- 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.

## In the box

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

## 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.

## Customer feedback

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.
- Positive themes: 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.

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