QCY at IFA 2026: Open-Ear Audio, Affordable TWS and New Over-Ear Headphones

QCY used IFA 2026 to showcase how broad its wireless-audio lineup has become, from open-ear clip earbuds and sports-focused OWS models to conventional ANC earbuds and over-ear headphones.

Founded in 2009, QCY has spent more than 15 years building a portfolio around accessible wireless audio. Its current range covers TWS earbuds, open-ear models, headphones and wearables, and the company has previously ranked among the larger global TWS players.

During our booth visit, QCY focused particularly on three areas: open-ear listening, affordable noise-cancelling earbuds and longer-lasting over-ear headphones.

Clip-on OWS earbuds keep users aware of their surroundings

One of the first products demonstrated was QCY’s newer open-ear clip-style earbud range.

Unlike conventional in-ear earbuds, these models sit outside the ear canal. The main advantage is that users can continue listening to music or phone calls while remaining aware of people and sounds around them.

That makes the format especially suitable for commuting, walking and situations where environmental awareness matters.

QCY currently offers several clip-on models in its Crossky family, including the Crossky C30, C30S and C50, all built around this open-ear concept.

The exact clip-on model shown to us at the booth was not clearly identified, so we are intentionally not assigning a specific model name to it.

QCY still has a large conventional TWS lineup

Alongside the OWS products, QCY displayed a broad selection of more traditional TWS earbuds.

The representative highlighted models with active noise cancellation and Hi-Res Audio certification, aimed at users who prefer a more isolated listening experience than open-ear designs can provide.

One of the best-known models discussed was the QCY HT08, also sold as the MeloBuds Pro.

HT08 combines 46dB hybrid ANC with LDAC

According to QCY, the HT08 supports hybrid active noise cancellation of up to 46dB.

The official specifications also confirm LDAC, Hi-Res Audio support and a six-microphone call-noise reduction system.

Battery life is rated at up to 8.5 hours from the earbuds themselves and around 34 to 35 hours in total with the charging case, depending on market documentation and settings.

The earbuds also carry an IPX4 water-resistance rating, making them suitable for everyday use and light exercise.

At the booth, the representative described the HT08 as one of QCY’s strongest-performing TWS products in Europe. Because no independent European sales ranking was provided during our visit, we are treating that claim as company-supplied information rather than a verified market ranking.

Entry-level earbuds remain part of QCY’s strategy

QCY also made a point of showing its less expensive earbuds.

The representative emphasized that the lower price is intended to make wireless audio more accessible rather than simply stripping the products down as far as possible.

That reflects QCY’s broader positioning. The company says its mission since 2009 has been to make quality audio products more accessible, and its current catalog still spans very affordable TWS models alongside more feature-rich ANC products.

The over-ear range is moving further upmarket

The final part of our booth tour focused on over-ear headphones.

The representative introduced a flagship model verbally as the H3S Ultra and highlighted Hi-Res audio and QCY’s own noise-management technology.

There is an important naming detail here: QCY’s current public catalog lists the H3S, while its official PureSilence branding is clearly associated with the newer H6 Ultra. Because the exact booth model name cannot be fully reconciled from the transcript alone, we are not going to merge those two products or assign specifications from one to the other.

What can be confirmed is that QCY’s current H3S supports Hi-Res Audio, LDAC, adaptive ANC up to 56dB and up to 102 hours of playback with ANC switched off. It also uses a dual-driver setup with 40mm and 13mm drivers.

Separately, QCY’s newer H6 Ultra officially uses the company’s PureSilence adaptive ANC system, with up to 60dB noise cancellation, a 10-microphone array and LDAC support.

Another new headphone targets longer battery life

The representative also showed another model referred to during the presentation as the H2S.

According to the booth demonstration, this headphone offers:

• up to 96 hours of playback
• Hi-Fi sound
• a three-microphone ENC system for clearer calls

QCY positioned it as a more accessible option for work and everyday listening.

Because we could not find a corresponding H2S product page in QCY’s current public catalog, those specifications are being reported strictly as information provided at the booth.

QCY is trying to cover almost every listening style

The clearest takeaway from QCY’s IFA 2026 booth was the range of formats it now offers.

The open-ear clip models target people who want music without losing awareness of their surroundings. The HT08/MeloBuds Pro represents QCY’s more conventional ANC-focused TWS offering. Entry-level earbuds keep the brand accessible, while models such as the H3S move QCY further into longer-lasting, higher-spec over-ear headphones.

For a company that began in Bluetooth audio in 2009, the strategy at IFA 2026 was less about one single hero product and more about covering nearly every way people now choose to listen.