Discontinued soundcore Open-Ear Earbuds - V40i, C30i & What to Buy Instead
- soundcore V40i and C30i are no longer sold on our official website.
- AeroFit 2 replaces V40i with longer battery life and fuller sound at a higher price, while C50i replaces C30i with the same clip-on style and better water resistance.
- V40i owners can still use the user guide, FAQ and setup tips on the soundcore support site.
If you came here looking for the soundcore V40i or C30i, you're in the right place. Both have been discontinued on our official website. soundcore AeroFit 2 now takes V40i's place as our open-ear model with ear hooks, and soundcore C50i replaces the clip-on C30i. We know many of you searched for these models ready to buy a pair, so this page gives a recap of what made V40i a good buy and shows how AeroFit 2 compares. If you're keeping your V40i, the manuals and support links are near the end, so you don't have to start your search from scratch.
Note: Prices may vary and are subject to change. Check the product page for current pricing.
Official Notice: soundcore V40i Has Been Discontinued
soundcore V40i is no longer sold on our official website. Since October 30, 2026, V40i links on our website, including any you saved, have taken you to AeroFit 2 instead. That's expected, since AeroFit 2 replaces V40i. Some other retailers may still have V40i in stock until their supply runs out.
What Made the V40i Popular
Comfort and fit came first. V40i rested outside the ear canal, so there was no in-ear pressure on long listening days, and you could still hear traffic and people around you. Its ear hooks had four positions designed to fit more than 99% of ear shapes, and they brought the speaker 5.5mm closer to the ear canal, which soundcore lab testing measured as up to 7.5dB more bass than non-adjustable hooks.
Beyond the fit, V40i owners got:
- 16 × 13mm drivers with an hourglass-shaped chamber for loud, punchy bass, plus 22 EQ presets in the soundcore app, from Bass Booster to Podcast.
- Four mics with an AI algorithm that picked out your voice on calls, even in noisy places.
- IP55 dust and water resistance with SweatGuard for workouts and outdoor runs.
- Multipoint connection to two devices at once, so a call on your phone didn't mean re-pairing from your laptop.
- A lidless case with strong magnets that kept the earbuds from falling out, so you could grab them in one quick move.
Battery was its weak spot, at 6 hours per charge and 21 hours with the case.
The Best Replacement: soundcore AeroFit 2
soundcore AeroFit 2 is an open-ear model with a four-level adjustable ear hook, and battery life is where it stands out. It runs 10 hours per charge and up to 42 hours with the case, enough for a long workday of listening on one charge, and 10 minutes of charging adds about 4 hours of playback.
For sound, 20 × 11.5mm racetrack drivers with BassTurbo acoustics deliver deep, resonant bass, and LDAC (a Bluetooth codec that sends 3× more audio data than standard SBC) streams Hi-Res audio from your phone. Keep in mind that LDAC works only with Android phones, so iPhone users won't get it, though they still get the 20 × 11.5mm drivers and BassTurbo.
Two more features make daily use easier. The case charges on a wireless pad, and the soundcore app offers free AI translation in 100 languages for two-way conversations, which helps on a trip abroad or a call with a client who speaks another language. To see how AeroFit 2 sits among other open-ear options, read Best Open Ear Headphones or browse all soundcore open-ear earbuds.
V40i vs AeroFit 2
| soundcore V40i | soundcore AeroFit 2 | |
| Design | Open-ear hook, 4-level adjustable | Open-ear hook, 4-level adjustable |
| Drivers | 16 × 13mm | 20 × 11.5mm with BassTurbo |
| Sound | 22 EQ presets | Hi-Res, LDAC (Android only) |
| Playtime (earbuds / with case) | 6H / 21H | 10H / 42H |
| 10-minute charge | 1.5 hrs of playback | 4 hrs of playback |
| Calls | 4 mics with AI | 4 mics with AI |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, multipoint | 5.4, multipoint |
| Weight (per earbud) | 10.1g | 10g |
| Charging case | Lidless | Wireless charging |
| Price | $79.99 (original) | $129.99 |
Compared with V40i, AeroFit 2 gives you 4 more hours per charge, twice the total playtime, about 4 hours of listening from a 10-minute charge instead of 1.5, plus LDAC and a wireless charging case. Fit, call mics, water resistance and Bluetooth stay the same. It costs $129.99, which is $50 more than V40i's original $79.99.
Choosing between soundcore open-ear models
soundcore has several open-ear earbuds with ear hooks to choose from. For a side-by-side look at how they differ, read our open-ear earbuds comparison guide on the soundcore support site.
Also Discontinued: soundcore C30i
Our clip-on C30i has also been discontinued, and soundcore C50i has taken its place since October 30, 2026. C50i keeps the clip-on style and uses FlexiClip, a memory titanium clip that molds to your ear for a secure, gentle hold. It moves from IPX4 to IP55, so rain and sweat are less of a concern, and it adds AI noise reduction for clearer calls. Battery is where C30i was ahead: 10 hours per charge and 30 with the case, compared with 7 and 28 on C50i. For the full comparison and C30i support links, read soundcore C30i discontinued.
Still Using Your V40i? Manuals & Support
Yes, you can keep using your V40i as before, and its support pages are still online. These are the places to start:
- soundcore V40i user guide: the manual, plus short videos on charging, first-time connection, touch controls, wearing and cleaning.
- soundcore V40i FAQ: answers on pairing mode, connecting a second device, checking case battery and caring for the earbuds.
- Tips for using your V40i: how to choose an ear hook position, switch EQ presets and seat the earbuds in the case so they charge.
- The V40i charging case and V40i replacement earbuds still have pages on the soundcore store but are currently out of stock. Tap Notify Me on either page to get a restock alert.
- For anything the guides don't cover, contact soundcore support.
FAQ
Is the soundcore V40i discontinued?
Yes. soundcore V40i is no longer sold on our official website, and soundcore AeroFit 2 replaces it. Our clip-on C30i has also been discontinued, with C50i as its replacement.
How do I put soundcore V40i in pairing mode?
Take the earbuds out of the case, then press and hold the touch area on both earbuds for more than 3 seconds until you hear a beep. Select "soundcore V40i" in your device's Bluetooth list. You can also find more V40i setup and connection tips, including first-time setup and connecting a second device.
What's the difference between soundcore V40i and C50i?
V40i is an ear-hook model: a flexible loop wraps over the ear, which gives more fit adjustment and a steadier hold during workouts. C50i is a clip-on model that grips the outer edge of the ear, so it's lighter and less visible. Both keep the ear canal open. If you want the same ear-hook fit as V40i, AeroFit 2 is the closer match. For how each style works with glasses, hats and workouts, read Clip-On vs Ear-Hook Open Earbuds.
Where can I find the V40i or C30i user manual?
Both user guides are still on the soundcore support site: the soundcore V40i user guide and the soundcore C30i user guide. The C30i page also has short videos on wearing the ear clips, installing the ear grips and using the controls.
Can I still buy V40i replacement earbuds or a charging case?
Both still have pages on the soundcore store, but they're currently out of stock. Tap Notify Me on the charging case or replacement earbuds page, or contact soundcore support.
