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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high-quality audio and advanced features like noise-canceling, the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 may be worth the higher price, as they provide an immersive listening experience. However, if you are looking for good sound quality at a more affordable price and prefer over-ear headphones which some find more comfortable for longer listening sessions, then the Soundcore Space One could meet your needs. The Soundcore also offers a longer battery life, making it more suitable for extended use without charging. Both options have integrated microphones, so they are both suitable for calls or online meetings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bowers and Wilkins PI7
- Very good for gaming
Advantages of the Soundcore Space One
- Good for music
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
6.8
7.8
The Soundcore Space One is good for music, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair.
Gaming
8.1
4.8
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is very good for gaming, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Phone Calls
5.1
4.2
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and Soundcore Space One are both poor for phone calls, though the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is somewhat better.
TV and Video
6.8
5.3
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Battery
3.0 Hours
30.0 Hours
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has 3 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space One has 30 hours of battery life.
Cost
$399
$100
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$100
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$250
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$400
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has a price of $399 and the Soundcore Space One costs $100.
Build Quality
8.9
8.0
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and Soundcore Space One both have very good build quality, though the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has somewhat better build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.8
4.7
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and Soundcore Space One are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
Noise Reduction
8.3
8.0
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and Soundcore Space One are both very good for noise reduction.
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How the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and the Soundcore Space One compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bowers and Wilkins PI7 | Soundcore Space One |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$399 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bowers and Wilkins | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 4.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 4.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 6.9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 5.8/10 | 5.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 3 Hours | 30 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 0.7 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 7 Grams | 263 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Chase Bernath | April 2022
"The primary selling point of the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is the charging case that can transmit audio from any analog source to the earbuds. If you have a very specific and clear need for that feature, then the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is for you."
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Tim Gideon | September 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space One noise-cancelling headphones are stylish, comfortable, and affordable. They offer better active noise cancellation than we expect for the price, and their sculpted audio impresses thanks to the adjustable EQ and support for the hi-res LDAC codec. Overall, they’re an excellent value and well worth your attention if you're on a budget."
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About Bowers and Wilkins
Bowers and Wilkins is a British audio equipment manufacturer with a focus on innovation and product development. It was founded by a couple of real-life James Bonds, the co-founders John Bowers and Roy Wilkins, who met while working for MI6 during World War II. The company keeps being favored by enthusiasts due to their sound quality, craftsmanship and signature aesthetics.
About Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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