JLab JBuds Pro EPRORBLK123W
Anker Space A40
What Buyers Say
JLab JBuds Pro EPRORBLK123W
Users find these JLab wired earbuds to be a great value for the price, with decent sound quality and a comfortable, secure fit thanks to the included ear wings. The build quality is praised, especially the sturdy connector plug, and the long cord is appreciated. While some users ask about durability and bass, the overall sentiment is very positive, with many saying they would buy them again.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Decent sound quality
- Sturdy connector plug
- Long cord
Cons
- Unanswered questions about durability
- Unanswered questions about bass quality
- Unanswered questions about microphone connectivity
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
| JLab JBuds Pro EPRORBLK123W | Anker Space A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | wired, in-line controls | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Medium, Small | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | titanium dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | 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 | — | 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 | 1 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | iOS | soundcore |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
JLab JBuds Pro EPRORBLK123W
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- 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
JLab JBuds Pro EPRORBLK123W
Anker Space A40
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 35 specs.
