There are only a few distinct form factors in the world of true wireless, and the Soundcore Life P2 is firmly in the inspired-by-Airpods category, which means they blatantly copy Apple’s design. The Soundcore Life P2 earbuds make up for their lack of originality with comfort and utility. The wireless earbuds are feather-light and have a reassuringly snug fit, which is aided by the inclusion of several silicon tips in various sizes. The stalk from the earbuds is dark, so they don’t stand out as much as the white AirPods, but they’re also not overly long. Each bud has a single button with simple functionality, which helps to keep things simple. The carrying case is also lightweight and charges via the superior USB-C standard, which is a nice touch that we don’t always get at this price point. It has a large battery that allows for up to 40 hours of use away from the charger when charging and using on the go. We discovered that we never needed to recharge the case itself while using the buds for a standard commute over a week, as there was more than enough juice to top-up the buds every couple of days. Overall, these earbuds are unobtrusive, comfortable, and functional. The case fits nicely into a commuter’s coat pocket, which is what it was designed for. The only decoration is a small gold accent on the rim of each bud; otherwise, they’re a plain affair, which is to be expected given the low price point. What matters is the experience of using the buds, which is generally positive. To begin with, Bluetooth connectivity is superior. Using an iPhone 11, we discovered that reception remained consistent across rooms and through various walls, with no skips or dropouts, and that this also held true while on the move. When the buds are removed from their case, they immediately connect to the last device used.
