Soundcore Space A40 Earbuds

Comfort: 8/10 the outer plastic seems to press again my ear but overall not a massive issue just can't wear for too long. Slightly larger than Samsung buds. The rubber tips fit are good. Sound: music quality is good. Sound is clear and enjoyable.Noise cancelling: compared to bose n700 it pales. In a quiet home it seems to work but outdoors or train it doesn't quite filter much out. Also there is no level of ANC so it's either on or off.Battery: I've used it 8 hours straight all goodConnectivity: can connect to both laptop and phone but switching between devices not as easy and I use Microsoft surface, don't know which device is the issue sometimes it does not automatically connect mic. When device connected and selected I can't control volume using volume bar on ... MoreComfort: 8/10 the outer plastic seems to press again my ear but overall not a massive issue just can't wear for too long. Slightly larger than Samsung buds. The rubber tips fit are good. Sound: music quality is good. Sound is clear and enjoyable.Noise cancelling: compared to bose n700 it pales. In a quiet home it seems to work but outdoors or train it doesn't quite filter much out. Also there is no level of ANC so it's either on or off.Battery: I've used it 8 hours straight all goodConnectivity: can connect to both laptop and phone but switching between devices not as easy and I use Microsoft surface, don't know which device is the issue sometimes it does not automatically connect mic. When device connected and selected I can't control volume using volume bar on laptop. This is slightly annoying.Other: touch controls a bit limiting, maybe I'm too used to bose. Can charge using Samsung wireless charging pad. Carry case is also bigger than samsung buds case. Overall great for casual listening and working but can't replace Bose for long flights, ANC or immersive music experience. Did not test microphone quality because not using for conference calls.

I bought the blue, it was a really matte case that I couldn’t resist. The sound is powerful with great bass and a clear crispy treble. They are water resistant and the battery life on each earbud is superior to other earbuds I have tried. Comes with three rubber bud sizes to fit to your needs. Connects to two devices at the same time which is absolutely necessary, no more turning off the phone’s Bluetooth to use the tablet and viceversa, both at the same time and it’s beautiful. They recharge wirelessly on a charging pad. They’re compatible with the Soundcore app and there you can create your own EQ or use the presets and change the commands on each earbud for a different function. I actually lost one earbud at an airport and didn’t hesitate to buy the same product ... MoreI bought the blue, it was a really matte case that I couldn’t resist. The sound is powerful with great bass and a clear crispy treble. They are water resistant and the battery life on each earbud is superior to other earbuds I have tried. Comes with three rubber bud sizes to fit to your needs. Connects to two devices at the same time which is absolutely necessary, no more turning off the phone’s Bluetooth to use the tablet and viceversa, both at the same time and it’s beautiful. They recharge wirelessly on a charging pad. They’re compatible with the Soundcore app and there you can create your own EQ or use the presets and change the commands on each earbud for a different function. I actually lost one earbud at an airport and didn’t hesitate to buy the same product again, they’re that good.

Best budget earbuds with long lasting battery

I was looking for affordable earphones that would work with my iPhone. The Apple AirPods were out of my budget. I initially tried the Google pixel pro buds since the price was reasonable but they couldn't connect to my iPhone efficiently so I returned them. The ankor soundcore earbuds were really easy to set up and are very iPhone friendly. They connect to my iPhone easily and the battery lasts so long. I took them on a 3 week trip to Europe and never had to charge them and it's still at 2/3 battery! They come with 5 different earbud sizes so they accommodate different fits. I'm no sound officionado but I think the earbuds sound great. I have had these earbuds for over a year and I'm really happy with them. Worth it.

Good sound, mediocre noise canceling

Pros- Sound is nice and balanced.- Buds work independently, so even if you take one out you can listen to music in the other.- Lightweight and fit nicely in ears. Includes multiple tips for customization.- Case is very nice. Small. Lights to indicate battery. Reset button on back.Cons- Noise canceling is far less impressive than my previous (different brand) earbuds.- Tips are silicone rather than foam (which likely impacts noise canceling.)- Tap controls are not intuitive and manual isn't very helpful. (Google a video.)

Great all around buds, with some mild compromises

The battery life, gaming mode, touch controls are all top tier. The battery in particular is legendary for such small earbuds. The case and magnets are excellent too. The fit is very standard and should work for most ppl. The noise canceling is not the greatest, however it works well enough and is understandable because they are tryonf to make room for so much other stuff in such a small bud.personally I was disappointed with the sound but I probably set my expectations too high. The detail is excellent, soundcore tuners should be proud. They have definitely figured out how to do this well, as they continued with the latest Liberty products too. What let me down was that the sound felt smaller and less open than I expected. However, dealing with a smaller bud i ... MoreThe battery life, gaming mode, touch controls are all top tier. The battery in particular is legendary for such small earbuds. The case and magnets are excellent too. The fit is very standard and should work for most ppl. The noise canceling is not the greatest, however it works well enough and is understandable because they are tryonf to make room for so much other stuff in such a small bud.personally I was disappointed with the sound but I probably set my expectations too high. The detail is excellent, soundcore tuners should be proud. They have definitely figured out how to do this well, as they continued with the latest Liberty products too. What let me down was that the sound felt smaller and less open than I expected. However, dealing with a smaller bud i should realize that is probably not possible. So if you arent an extreme sound critic or NEED heavy noise canceling, these will be fine as an all around recommend.

Many flaws- 100% would NOT buy again

After reading many good reviews of these earbuds, and also owning a pretty good pair of over-ear wireless by Anker, I bought these earbuds this weekend, mostly for use in the gym. And this is also mostly where they fail. First the good- I like the app and the customization of the controls. The sound is OK, pretty clean overall, and the EQ is customizable which is a must for me- however there is only +-6dB on each band (for the non-musical, this means that there is not a very large range of cut and boost for each frequency- most EQs have 12dB). But I could live with the EQ the way it is. I did say the sound is pretty clear, and it is, but is also has a signature that I really don't find that pleasing and tweaking the EQ could not result in a sound I was really happy ... MoreAfter reading many good reviews of these earbuds, and also owning a pretty good pair of over-ear wireless by Anker, I bought these earbuds this weekend, mostly for use in the gym. And this is also mostly where they fail. First the good- I like the app and the customization of the controls. The sound is OK, pretty clean overall, and the EQ is customizable which is a must for me- however there is only +-6dB on each band (for the non-musical, this means that there is not a very large range of cut and boost for each frequency- most EQs have 12dB). But I could live with the EQ the way it is. I did say the sound is pretty clear, and it is, but is also has a signature that I really don't find that pleasing and tweaking the EQ could not result in a sound I was really happy with. Hard to put my finger on it but I just don't find them that enjoyable to listen to, but agin, mostly for the gym so it's not that big a deal. My last pair was a set of Jabra Elite 3, which I unfortunately lost as they were great in all respects.Now for the bad. The main thing is that they are terrible at staying in my ears- tonight in the gym one or the other fell out three times in an hour. This is just unacceptable. I know these are not dedicate "sport" buds and therefore lack wings or other stability features, but come on- you should be able to use them on the elliptical or turn your head to the side when you'r a little bit sweaty. The problem seems to be that the nozzle (the part that goes in your ear canal) is too short for the weight of the body of the earbud, and also the silicone seems to be not as grippy as on other earbuds. It's REALLY annoying when you have to stop your workout to retrieve an earbud. Not sure why the designers would go with this. Yes, I tried all the tip sizes, and it made zero difference. So now I'm looking at replacement foam tips or add-on wings or something. The other thing I don't like is how sensitive the touch controls are- it's easy to trigger a command just by casually brushing the surface- and as I was constantly trying to push the buds in farther so they wouldn't FALL OUT, this was a continual hassle. My last gripe is that there is no way to turn the buds off, except by putting them back into the charging case. This is a major flaw IMHO. It means always needing the case- what if you wanted to wear them for the day, say while commuting, and turn them off when you get to work? It's not possible. Again, what idiot designer made this choice? Yes, there is an auto-off function in Settings, but the shortest time option is 30 minutes, So you need to turn Bluetooth off on your phone, and 30 minutes later the buds with shut down. Wishing now I would have bought another pair of Jabra.

Poor Sound quality and Cause Headache during usage

I tried out this earbuds for decent duration and this review/ feed back is based on that. I purchased this based out of all the Great reviews on RTING and all the hype around this earbuds around $100 category.Cons:1) Sound Quality on this earbuds is not as good, when compared to other earbuds I tried in the same price range.2) The earbuds hurts ear through longer usage. I think by design its ear plug goes too deep in the ear drum and tend to create pain. (Maybe having that design enables them to keep earbuds intact during heavy usage, but I felt that causes serious health issues/ repercussion).3) I started noticing headache after long usage during office hours and also felt prominent headache next day after wake up. I also read some posts in Anker community ... MoreI tried out this earbuds for decent duration and this review/ feed back is based on that. I purchased this based out of all the Great reviews on RTING and all the hype around this earbuds around $100 category.Cons:1) Sound Quality on this earbuds is not as good, when compared to other earbuds I tried in the same price range.2) The earbuds hurts ear through longer usage. I think by design its ear plug goes too deep in the ear drum and tend to create pain. (Maybe having that design enables them to keep earbuds intact during heavy usage, but I felt that causes serious health issues/ repercussion).3) I started noticing headache after long usage during office hours and also felt prominent headache next day after wake up. I also read some posts in Anker community about this problem few other user where reporting. That was the biggest turnoff for me from this earbuds . I believe, the wireless bluetooth frequencies used is causing this - which probably also enables to achieve seamless multipoint connection and longer connectivity range.Pros:1) Its have seamless Multipoint connectivity, to switch across multiple devices its paired with.2) Its app has many feature, like Equalizer and Ear testing. But if those profiles - can't load decent sounding output across all device, its a turn away for me.3) Its has quite good battery backup to provide and can run through whole 8 hours of usage/ office work etc.For me overall Health related cons and poor sound quality, led to skipping on this devices.

Solid earbuds

Pros:App is really nice - customize EQ and touch buttonsSound quality is decentSoundcore support is responsiveCan use ANC without playing any additional audioMic is good enough that you can use it for callsTouch controls don't activate when you lay your head against things, or have a headband over themCons:ANC doesn't block everythingWhile it's a lower profile earbud, it's not low enough to be comfortable for a side sleeperFit Test in app is unhelpfulWhile there are 6 sets of ear tips, I feel like I can't get the perfect fit for my left earI purchased these to help reduce noise from my partner's bipap machine snoring. It helps a bit, but not as much as I hoped. ANC excells at blocking constant unchanging noise like fans, A/C or motors, but doesn't do ... MorePros:App is really nice - customize EQ and touch buttonsSound quality is decentSoundcore support is responsiveCan use ANC without playing any additional audioMic is good enough that you can use it for callsTouch controls don't activate when you lay your head against things, or have a headband over themCons:ANC doesn't block everythingWhile it's a lower profile earbud, it's not low enough to be comfortable for a side sleeperFit Test in app is unhelpfulWhile there are 6 sets of ear tips, I feel like I can't get the perfect fit for my left earI purchased these to help reduce noise from my partner's bipap machine snoring. It helps a bit, but not as much as I hoped. ANC excells at blocking constant unchanging noise like fans, A/C or motors, but doesn't do very good with everything else. At the end of the day, this was a good purchase though as I picked them up on sale for ~$50. As long as they last a few years, I'll likely purchase my next pair of earbuds from soundcore as well.