Soundcore Space 2
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
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
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Space 2 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather with slow-rebound memory foam | Leather |
| Headband | ergonomic headband | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | — | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | 4-stage low-frequency noise cancelling system | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.190000057220459 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 70 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5-minute fast charge gives you 4 hours of playtime | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | soundcore app | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | 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)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Pricing
Soundcore Space 2 offers 5.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 41 specs.
