Anker Space A40
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite
What Buyers Say
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
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite
The Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite is a high-performance IEM praised for its natural and balanced sound, exceptional soundstage, and imaging that rivals much more expensive headphones. Users highlight its detailed midrange and controlled bass, making it excellent for gaming and critical listening. Some find the fit finicky due to the lack of venting, and it benefits from a dedicated DAC/amp to unlock its full potential. But overall, it's seen as a standout value in the audiophile IEM space.
Pros
- Natural and balanced sound signature
- Exceptional soundstage and imaging
- Detailed and clear mids
- Controlled and accurate bass
- Excellent for gaming and critical listening
Cons
- Comfort issues due to no venting
- Requires external DAC/amp for best performance
- Stock tips can cause poor seal or suction
- Bass may be too light for bass-heads
- Potential treble not for treble-heads
Scores
Specifications
| Anker Space A40 | Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.23 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | balanced armature |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2 | 8★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | 10 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite Performance Custom 8BA in-Ear Monitor IEM with Detachable 4-core 7N Oxygen-Free Copper OFC Cable, Handcrafts Faceplate for Audiophile Studio Musician (Clear) |
| 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 | Bluetooth | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 4 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | 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 | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
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
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Anker Space A40 offers 6.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 36 specs.
