Yeabomy AK6
Anker Space A40
What Buyers Say
Yeabomy AK6
These budget IEMs deliver impressive bass and clear sound for the price, with many users praising their comfort and fit for gaming and music. However, durability is a concern as a few units failed within weeks, and the microphone quality is inconsistent with reports of echo or non-functioning mics. Overall, they offer good value for casual use but may not satisfy audiophiles or those needing reliable build quality.
Pros
- Great bass and clear sound
- Comfortable fit for long use
- Good value for the price
- Versatile for gaming and music
- Decent sound isolation
Cons
- Inconsistent microphone quality
- Durability issues (some units fail quickly)
- Background static noise on some devices
- One earbud louder than the other reported
- No volume control on some units
Anker Space A40
The Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, customizable EQ via the app, and strong noise cancellation. Users appreciate the long battery life, fast charging, and comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes. Some note that the ANC is not as powerful as premium competitors and that Bluetooth connection can occasionally drop in bumpy vehicles or certain environments. Overall, they are considered great value for the price.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Customizable EQ via app
- Good noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Fast charging
Cons
- ANC not as strong as premium competitors
- Occasional Bluetooth connection drops
- Touch controls limited to certain options at once
- Battery life slightly less than advertised
- Left ear discomfort for some users
Scores
Specifications
| Yeabomy AK6 | Anker Space A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Wired Gaming Earbuds, Ak3file in Ear Monitors, Deep Bass Sound Wired Earbuds, HiFi in Ear Headphones with 1DD 10mm Dynamic Driver, IEM for Music Gaming Video Calling (Black) | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Soundcore by Anker Space A40 Auto-Adjustable Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds, Reduce Noise by Up to 98%, 50H Playtime, Hi-Res Sound, App Customization, Wireless Charge (Renewed) Blue (Refresh |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Yeabomy AK6
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong sound (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Anker Space A40
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
Yeabomy AK6 offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 36 specs.
