CASCHO BX17
Anker Space A40
What Buyers Say
CASCHO BX17
Users overwhelmingly praise these over-the-ear earbuds for their exceptional sound clarity, comfortable fit, and long battery life. Many highlight the secure over-ear hooks and multiple ear tip sizes, making them ideal for workouts and extended wear. A few reviewers note occasional issues like ear fatigue after many hours or one side stopping working after months, but the low price point and overall quality make them a strong recommendation. The majority of feedback is highly positive, with many buyers purchasing multiple pairs.
Pros
- Crystal clear sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
- Good noise isolation
Cons
- Lacks deep bass
- Ear fatigue after long use
- Occasional one-side failure after months
- Short charging cable (4 inches)
- Initial crackling issue (software related)
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
| CASCHO BX17 | Anker Space A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.08 kg | 0.06 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | graphene diaphragm | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 14.5 mm★ | 11 mm |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 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 | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs | 10 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 60 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | soundcore |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX7 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
CASCHO BX17
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th 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
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 35 specs.
