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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're looking for headphones suitable for a variety of uses including calls and meetings, gaming, and TV and video with the added benefit of active noise cancelling and a longer battery life, the Earfun Wave Pro could be a better choice despite being somewhat more expensive. These over-ear headphones are also foldable for easier portability and have a detachable cable, adding to their versatility. However, if you prefer earbuds that are more lightweight and have a smaller form factor, optimized for both Android and Apple devices, and are sweatproof certified for use during exercise, the Soundcore Space A40 might suit your needs better at a slightly lower price even though they lack features for calls, gaming, and TV. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- Excellent for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Space A40
- The Soundcore Space A40 has no clear advantages over the Earfun Wave Pro.
Key differences
Music
7.0
7.7
The Soundcore Space A40 and Earfun Wave Pro are both good for music, though the Soundcore Space A40 is somewhat better.
Gaming
8.7
4.9
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for gaming, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Phone Calls
9.0
4.8
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
4.9
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
TV and Video
8.0
5.3
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3
9.1
The Soundcore Space A40 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Earfun Wave Pro is very good.
Battery
80.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space A40 has 8 hours of battery life.
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Cost
$80
$80
$50
$60
$70
$80
$90
$100
The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 and the Soundcore Space A40 costs $80.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Earfun Wave Pro and Soundcore Space A40 both have very good build quality.
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How the Earfun Wave Pro and the Soundcore Space A40 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Earfun Wave Pro | Soundcore Space A40 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Earfun | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 9/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 0.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 32 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 268 Grams | 4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Sam Smart | May 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space A40 is an excellent deal if you want affordable noise canceling earbuds with great sound. The baseline frequency response is enjoyable, and the many EQ presets to choose from plus the ability to customize your sound profile makes it good for pretty much anyone. The noise canceling is quite good, and the many ear tips to choose from ensure a good fit for the noise canceling and isolation to do its job."
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About Earfun
Earfun is an audio equipment manufacturer, headquartered in California, that specializes in producing quality, very affordable earbuds and wireless speakers. According to their site, their mission is to provide high-quality sound that the general public can hear, perceive, and afford.
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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