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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Etymotic ER4XR provides exceptional noise isolation and sound quality for music enthusiasts, favored for accurate audio reproduction and a premium build, but it may not be as comfortable for extended use and has no built-in microphone, which limits its utility for calls. This makes the ER4XR ideal for audiophiles who prioritize sound fidelity and isolation over other features, despite the higher cost. On the other hand, the Soundcore Space One offers good overall performance at a lower price with added benefits like wireless connectivity, active noise cancelling, and a comfortable over-ear design. Its performance for calls and its built-in controls make it versatile for a variety of uses, including travel and daily commutes, plus it has a significantly longer battery life. However, the audio experience might not match the precise, high-fidelity performance of the ER4XR. Consider the Soundcore if you're looking for a cost-effective, feature-rich headphone for general use, or opt for the Etymotic if pure audio quality is your top priority and you're willing to invest more. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Etymotic ER4XR
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Space One
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
6.2
4.8
The Etymotic ER4XR is only fair for gaming, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Phone Calls
4.7
4.2
The Etymotic ER4XR and Soundcore Space One are both poor for phone calls, though the Etymotic ER4XR is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.3
4.7
The Etymotic ER4XR is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
TV and Video
7.4
5.3
The Etymotic ER4XR is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1
8.0
The Etymotic ER4XR is excellent for noise reduction, while the Soundcore Space One is very good.
Battery
N/A
30.0 Hours
The Etymotic ER4XR does not have a battery. The Soundcore Space One has 30 hours of battery life.
Cost
$234
$100
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$100
$150
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$250
$300
$350
The Etymotic ER4XR has a price of $234 and the Soundcore Space One costs $100.
Build Quality
9.0
8.0
The Etymotic ER4XR has excellent build quality, while the Soundcore Space One has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
8.0
7.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Etymotic ER4XR to be very good for music, while the Soundcore Space One is good.
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How the Etymotic ER4XR and the Soundcore Space One compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Etymotic ER4XR | Soundcore Space One |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$234 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Etymotic | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2016 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.8/10 | 4.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.3/10 | 4.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.1/10 | 5.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 30 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 4.8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4 Grams | 263 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Etymotic ER4XR
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What HiFi?
What HiFi? | May 2015
"The Etymotic ER4XRs' top qualities are the detail and definition of the midrange, rewarding the closest listening. While the soundstage is large rather than gigantic, the excellent separation and spatial precision mean you can dive deep into music just as much as when wearing a pair of full-size open-backed headphones."
Soundcore Space One
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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 Etymotic
Etymotic Research is an American based research, development and manufacturing company founded in 1983. They invented the first insert earphones that were used for the diagnosis and research of hearing loss and other auditory disorders. They went on to pioneer the market of high fidelity, isolating, in-ear earphones.
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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