Soundcore Space 2
Nothing Headphone (1)
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Space 2
Users are extremely satisfied with these headphones, praising their exceptional value for money and impressive sound quality that exceeds expectations at this price point. The tactile buttons are preferred over touch controls, and the overall build and functionality are highly recommended for budget-conscious buyers.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Impressive sound quality
- Tactile buttons easy to use
- Budget-friendly recommendation
Cons
- No verified details on features
- Limited review sample
Nothing Headphone (1)
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Nothing Ear (stick) headphones, praising their unique retro cassette design, comfortable fit, and excellent physical button controls. Sound quality is generally rated highly, with some noting adjustable bass via the app, though a few found the out-of-box sound a bit bright. The carrying case's felt material collects lint and a Turkish user felt the price was too high for the sound quality.
Pros
- Unique retro cassette design
- Comfortable fit with adjustable band
- Intuitive physical button controls
- Excellent sound quality
- Good noise cancellation
Cons
- Sound can be bass-heavy or bright out of box
- Case material attracts lint and hair
- Heavy metal housing
- Price considered high by some
- EQ bug reduces volume when adjusting
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Space 2 | Nothing Headphone (1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.33 kg |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather with slow-rebound memory foam | memory-foam PU |
| Headband | ergonomic headband | Soft-Touch Rubberized Pad |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 6★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | 4-stage low-frequency noise cancelling system | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | HFP v1.8, AVRCP v1.6, A2DP v1.4 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.190000057220459 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 70 hrs | 80 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5-minute fast charge gives you 4 hours of playtime | 5 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Spotify |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | soundcore app | Nothing X |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Space 2
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
Nothing Headphone (1)
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average comfort (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average affordability (15th percentile)15th %ile
Pricing
Soundcore Space 2 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 3 of 7 usage categories and 1 of 42 specs.
