Beats Studio Buds
Anker Space A40
What Buyers Say
Beats Studio Buds
The Beats Studio Buds are generally well-liked for their sound quality, noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, with many users preferring them over AirPods Pro. However, some reviewers report issues with one side failing after a few months, a cheap-feeling case, and the lack of auto-pause when removing an earbud. Overall, they offer good value for the price, especially for those with small ears or who need cross-platform compatibility.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Good battery life
- Easy pairing with iOS and Android
Cons
- One side stops working after months
- Cheap-feeling case
- No auto-pause when removing earbud
- No wireless charging
- Case is slippery
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
| Beats Studio Buds | Anker Space A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | In-Ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dual-element diaphragm | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Buds True Wireless Noise-Canceling In-Ear Earphones, White | 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 | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 5 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Beats app | soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Beats Studio Buds
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong build (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong battery (74th percentile)
- Below average sound (29th 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 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 36 specs.
