Anker Soundcore Space D1402
EarFun Wave Life HP201B
What Buyers Say
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
The Soundcore Space 2 headphones have impressed users with their exceptional comfort, long battery life, and strong noise cancellation for the price. While the default sound profile may need EQ tweaking via the app, the overall audio quality, build, and features like multipoint and LDAC make them a great value. Minor drawbacks include warmth during long sessions and a lack of water resistance.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort
- Long battery life
- Strong noise cancellation
- Great value for price
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound profile needs EQ
- Gets warm during long sessions
- No water resistance
- 3D audio mode gimmicky
EarFun Wave Life HP201B
The EarFun Wave Life headphones offer excellent value for money, with strong noise cancellation, comfortable fit, and impressive battery life. While the sound quality out of the box is bass-heavy and lacks detail in mids and highs, the companion app allows for EQ adjustments, though this can reduce volume. Some users reported concerns about build durability and the lack of a carrying case or 3.5mm jack, but overall, most are satisfied given the low price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Good noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Impressive battery life
- Easy-to-use app with EQ
Cons
- No carrying case included
- No 3.5mm audio jack
- Bass-heavy default sound
- EQ adjustments reduce volume
- Build durability concerns
Scores
Specifications
| Anker Soundcore Space D1402 | EarFun Wave Life HP201B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather | soft cushions |
| Headband | memory foam with a soft leather finish | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | composite |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | EarFun Wave Life Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones, 4 Mics AI Clear Call, Deep Bass, 60H Playtime, Comfortable Fit, Custom EQ, Multipoint Connection |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 min for 4 hours playback | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Soundcore | Custom EQ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
EarFun Wave Life HP201B
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
EarFun Wave Life HP201B offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 35 specs.
