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Updated January 10, 2024·
The 1More Sonoflow is a more budget-friendly choice with good overall sound quality, wireless capability, and longer battery life which makes it suited for everyday usage and travel. It also supports the LDAC codec offering high-quality wireless audio. The Focal Elex has superior soundstage and overall sound quality, along with an open-back design desirable for critical listening in quiet environments. However, it lacks wireless features, microphone, active noise cancelling, and is heavier, making it less versatile but a better choice for audiophiles focused on sound fidelity in a controlled setting. If you prioritize versatility and value, go for the Sonoflow; for top-notch audio quality at home, the Elex is preferable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 1More Sonoflow
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Focal Elex
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.2
7.7
The Focal Elex and 1More Sonoflow are both good for music, though the Focal Elex is somewhat better.
Gaming
5.3
6.9
The Focal Elex is only fair for gaming, while the 1More Sonoflow is poor.
Phone Calls
5.0
4.3
The 1More Sonoflow and Focal Elex are both poor for phone calls, though the 1More Sonoflow is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.0
7.1
The Focal Elex is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 1More Sonoflow is only fair.
TV and Video
5.7
8.3
The Focal Elex is very good for TV and video, while the 1More Sonoflow is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3
2.5
The 1More Sonoflow is very good for noise reduction, while the Focal Elex is poor.
Battery
40.0 Hours
N/A
The 1More Sonoflow has 40 hours of battery life. The Focal Elex does not have a battery.
Cost
$100
$749
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The 1More Sonoflow has a price of $100 and the Focal Elex costs $749.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Focal Elex has excellent build quality, while the 1More Sonoflow has very good build quality.
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How the 1More Sonoflow and the Focal Elex compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 1More Sonoflow | Focal Elex |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$100 | $749 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 1More | Focal | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | December 1, 2017 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5/10 | 4.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.4/10 | 6.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 40 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.3 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 267.6 Grams | 450 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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1More Sonoflow
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Michael | January 2023
"The SonoFlow is cheap and fun, without going too far into being overly warm or annoyingly grating, or sharp sounding. The ANC features are lovely with strong app integration and excellent battery life."
Focal Elex
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Golden Sound | October 2021
"The Focal Elex are an excellent pair of headphones for the money and a great all-rounder that will suit many tastes. They’re an easy recommendation for anyone looking for something comfortable, well built, that looks good, and will work with just about any genre."
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About 1More
Music lovers, young or old, frugal or affluent, deserve to hear music as it was meant to be heard, as the artist intended it to be heard. Everyone deserves to hear more. That’s how 1More, a China based company, describes their mission. Their products are all tuned by Luca Bignardi, a sound engineer who’s worked side by side with artists such as Eros Ramazzotti, Laura Pausini and Andrea Bocelli, in an effort to offer premium quality audio devices at midrange prices.
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