Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro: 3 Months Later (The Honeymoon Phase is Over)
When I first unboxed the Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro, I was blown away by the smart case. It felt like the future.
But gadgets often have a "honeymoon phase." Features that seem cool on Day 1 can become annoying by Day 90.
I’ve used these earbuds every single day for 3 months—for gym, commuting, and Roblox sessions. Here is how they actually hold up.
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1. The Case Screen: Gimmick or Useful?
Verdict: Surprisingly useful.
I thought I would never use it. But being able to adjust the Noise Cancellation strength (ANC) without unlocking my phone is a game changer.
- Durability: I’ve dropped the case twice on concrete. The glossy finish has tiny micro-scratches, but the screen is still perfect. It’s tougher than it looks.
2. Battery Life Reality
Soundcore claims 10 hours per charge.
- Real World: With ANC turned on to "Max," I get about 7.5 hours. That is still phenomenal. I only charge the case once a week.
- Charging Speed: The "5 minutes for 4 hours" fast charge is real. It has saved me multiple times before heading out.
3. The "Squeeze" Controls
This was my biggest worry. I usually prefer touch controls.
- The Good: No accidental touches when adjusting the buds in my ear.
- The Bad: It took me about a week to get the "squeeze pressure" right. You have to pinch the stem firmly. Once you build the muscle memory, it’s great, but it has a learning curve.
4. Audio Quality (LDAC)
I use them with a Samsung phone (Android), so I enabled LDAC in the app.
The soundstage is wide. Listening to complex tracks, I can hear instruments I missed before. Compared to my old AirPods, the bass is significantly punchier.
Final Verdict: Still Worth It?
For $129, absolutely. They sound better than earbuds that cost twice as much, and the battery life destroys the competition.