Skullcandy Push 720 Open S4EOW-T034
Anker Space A40
What Buyers Say
Skullcandy Push 720 Open S4EOW-T034
The Skullcandy 720 open-ear earbuds are praised for their comfort, especially for users with larger or modified ears, and for their clear sound and convenient tactile buttons. However, the unique fabric case is criticized for being too large for pockets and requiring two hands to open, while sound quality is noted as decent but lacking bass and sharpness. Battery life is good, but the case battery drains mysteriously when buds are stored fully charged.
Pros
- Comfortable fit for large or modified ears
- Clear sound quality
- Convenient tactile buttons
- Good battery life
- Wireless charging support
Cons
- Case too large for pockets
- Two-handed operation to open case
- Lack of bass in sound
- Mids and highs sound tinny
- Case battery drains mysteriously
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
| Skullcandy Push 720 Open S4EOW-T034 | Anker Space A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | open-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | clip-on | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | None provided | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.06 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm★ | 11 mm |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Skullcandy Push 720 Open Wireless Open Ear Bluetooth Earbuds, Headphones, Waterproof, Clip-On Lightweight Design, 30 Hours Battery, Wireless Charging Pouch, Microphone for iPhone Android - True 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 | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 5.5 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Quick charge | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Skullcandy app | soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP67 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Skullcandy Push 720 Open S4EOW-T034
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (76th percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd 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
Anker Space A40 offers 5.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 36 specs.
