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If you want marathon battery life, a rugged IPX7 build and a sci-fi look for your workout, choose StitchGreen M45; if you need team-branded styling, an on-case battery readout and simple physical-feeling control, choose SOAR Collegiate True. Both are true wireless stereo earbuds built for in-ear listening, but they solve very different problems. One is a sweat-proof, week-long power bank for your ears; the other is a lightweight, licensed fan accessory that doubles as a daily driver for casual listening. Here's how I'd split them, especially if you're shopping for workout use.
• StitchGreen M45 — biggest strength: an IPX7 waterproof rating plus a 2200mAh charging case rated for up to 120 hours of playback, which is the headline number in this matchup.
• StitchGreen M45 — biggest trade-off: no active noise cancelling and a heavier, chunkier presentation (0.12 kg) that leans gamer/tech rather than subtle.
• SOAR Collegiate True — biggest strength: officially licensed collegiate branding with an LED display on the case that shows remaining battery, so you're never guessing.
• SOAR Collegiate True — biggest trade-off: 10 hours per charge and roughly 43 hours total, plus Bluetooth 5.0 instead of the newer 5.3 standard.
• Pick StitchGreen M45 if you sweat hard, train outdoors or want to go a long stretch between charges.
• Pick SOAR Collegiate True if you want a team look, an easier-to-read battery indicator and a lighter everyday bud.
The M45 is the more feature-dense of the two on paper. It runs Bluetooth 5.3, which means fast auto-pairing when you lift the buds out of the case and a low-latency connection that's friendlier for video and gaming than an older chipset. You also get stereo/mono switching, so you can run one bud at a time and keep the other ear open — handy on a busy street or in an office.
The real story is durability and stamina. IPX7 waterproofing is the spec that matters for anyone asking about neckband headphones for workout or active noise cancelling sleep headphones for workout — the M45 isn't either of those form factors, but it carries the same sweat-and-rain survival trait. The 2200mAh case is rated for up to 120 hours of non-stop playback and can even top up your phone in a pinch, which is unusual in a true wireless set. Talk is handled with ENC (environmental noise cancellation) for calls, and the 8mm dynamic driver with a biological diaphragm covers a wide 18Hz–20kHz range with tuned bass and treble.
Who should buy it: runners, gym-goers, cyclists and anyone who hates charging — plus gamers who like the sci-fi look. Who should skip it: people who want active noise cancelling (this has none), anyone who prefers a discreet, understated bud, or shoppers who want a lighter, more pocketable case.
SOAR Collegiate True: Who It's For
The Collegiate True is a different animal. It's a licensed team product — the version I'm looking at is Clemson Tigers — so the appeal is as much identity as audio. If you want your earbuds to match your jersey, this is the point. It comes in team color with a multicolor case, and the theme is explicitly sports-fan oriented.
On the tech side it's simpler and older. Bluetooth 5.0, a 30-foot wireless range, and a dynamic driver with a 20kHz frequency response. There's no noise cancelling here either, so plan on passive isolation from the ear tips. What it does offer is convenience: the case has an LED screen that displays remaining battery, so you can see at a glance when it's time to plug in. You get on-bud touch controls for calls, play/pause and playlist management, plus a built-in microphone for hands-free calls.
Battery is the honest weak point next to the M45 — around 10 hours of music and talk time per charge and a 43-hour total figure with the case. Charge time is listed at 10 hours, which tells you this is a charge-overnight set, not a charge-in-ten-minutes set. It ships with a cable, ear tips, two stereo earbuds and the wireless charging case, and it's backed by a 1-year limited warranty. One oddity in the specs: a 3.5mm jack is listed alongside Bluetooth and USB connectivity, so if you specifically need a wired fallback, confirm that detail before buying.
Who should buy it: sports fans who want licensed team gear, casual listeners who like an easy-to-read battery display, and anyone who wants a light, classic-feeling bud for commuting and calls. Who should skip it: heavy sweaters who need an IP rating (none is specified here), marathon listeners, or anyone who wants the newest Bluetooth version.
• Best for battery life → StitchGreen M45. Up to 120 hours versus roughly 43 hours total is not a close contest.
• Best for sweaty workouts and rain → StitchGreen M45. IPX7 waterproofing; the SOAR sheet lists no water-resistance rating.
• Best for team pride and gift appeal → SOAR Collegiate True. Officially licensed collegiate design you can't get elsewhere.
• Best for knowing your exact battery level → SOAR Collegiate True. The LED display on the case is a genuinely useful touch.
• Best for newer wireless tech and lower latency → StitchGreen M45. Bluetooth 5.3 with fast auto-pairing versus Bluetooth 5.0.
• Best for a dual-purpose gaming setup → StitchGreen M45. Low latency, stereo/mono switching and a gamer-style aesthetic suit a rechargeable gaming headset for workout-style use better than a team bud.
• Best for a lighter, simpler everyday carry → SOAR Collegiate True. Classic bud shape, plastic case, no frills.
• Best for caller clarity on the go → StitchGreen M45. ENC call technology is the more call-focused spec of the two.
For a workout-first buyer, I'd buy the StitchGreen M45. IPX7 waterproofing plus up to 120 hours of playback is exactly what you want when you're sweating, running in the rain or going days between charges, and Bluetooth 5.3 with ENC calls rounds it out. The SOAR Collegiate True is the better pick only if team branding and a battery-percentage display matter more to you than endurance and water resistance — and there's nothing wrong with that, it's just a different priority. Neither has active noise cancelling, so don't expect either to silence a gym. Before you decide, check the current price on Amazon using the button on this page, since pricing moves and the value math changes with it.
FAQ
how to connect true wireless stereo earbuds
how to use true wireless stereo earbuds
Both sets use touch controls on the bud itself. On the M45 you tap to change songs, adjust volume and take calls; on the SOAR Collegiate True you tap to answer/end calls and play/pause. Neither model has noise cancelling, so fit from the ear tips is what determines how much outside sound you block.
how to charge true wireless stereo earbuds
Drop the buds into the charging case and plug the case in via the included cable. The M45 case packs a 2200mAh battery rated for up to 120 hours total and shows case and earbud power indicators. The SOAR case lists a 10-hour charge time and up to 43 hours total, with an LED screen showing remaining battery.
how to turn on true wireless stereo earbuds
Most true wireless buds, including these two, turn on automatically when you remove them from the charging case. If they don't, touch and hold the control panel until they power on. Confirm the specifics for your model in the included manual before relying on it.
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