Anker Space A40
JLab Go Air Sport EBGAIRSPRTRBLU124
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
JLab Go Air Sport EBGAIRSPRTRBLU124
These budget-friendly earbuds deliver solid sound quality and impressive battery life, with many users praising their secure fit during workouts and daily use. The ear hooks and touch controls receive mixed feedback, as some find them uncomfortable or overly sensitive, while the lack of adjustable EQ in the app is a common frustration. Customer support is frequently highlighted as responsive and helpful, especially for warranty replacements. Overall, they offer excellent value for the price, though audiophiles may want more bass.
Pros
- Secure fit during activity
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality for price
- Comfortable and lightweight
- Responsive customer support
Cons
- Lack of bass
- Touch controls too sensitive
- Ear hooks uncomfortable with glasses
- No adjustable EQ in app
- Cannot power on without case
Scores
Specifications
| Anker Space A40 | JLab Go Air Sport EBGAIRSPRTRBLU124 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | Dual Ear True Wireless with Ear Clip/Hook |
| Ear Tips | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 6 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 103 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 103 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | SBC |
| 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★ | 5.1 |
| Profiles | — | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 4 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Capacity | — | 43 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | smart assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | No |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP55 |
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 (95th percentile)95th %ile
JLab Go Air Sport EBGAIRSPRTRBLU124
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (74th percentile)
- Strong comfort (73rd percentile)
- Strong connectivity (70th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 41 specs.
