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Updated January 10, 2024·
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is a budget-friendly option that provides decent overall sound quality, good microphone quality, and is durable, making it suitable for calls, meetings, and general use. Its battery life is also reasonable. The Soundcore Space A40, while typically more expensive, offers better sound quality and exceptional noise isolation, which can be beneficial for air travel or in noisy environments. The A40 also supports wireless charging and has a longer battery life with the charging case. Choose the JBLs if you're budget-conscious and prioritize calls and general usage, or the Soundcore if you're willing to invest more for enhanced audio quality and noise isolation features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
- Good for phone calls
- Good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Space A40
- Good for music
Key differences
Music
6.6
7.7
The Soundcore Space A40 is good for music, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Gaming
7.3
4.9
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for gaming, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Phone Calls
7.8
4.8
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.3
4.9
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
TV and Video
6.9
5.3
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.5
9.1
The Soundcore Space A40 is excellent for noise reduction, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Cost
$50
$80
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has a price of $50 and the Soundcore Space A40 costs $80.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.3 Hours
8.0 Hours
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has 8.3 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space A40 has 8 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and Soundcore Space A40 both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and the Soundcore Space A40 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless | Soundcore Space A40 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$50 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.9/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.4/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 8.3 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | 0.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 16 | 32 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8.8 Grams | 4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
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Headphone Dungeon
LaFonda | April 2023
"The Vibe Beam earbuds may not be a sleek as other earbuds in the price range, such as the equally priced Vibe Buds, but they sound great, have a long battery life, and come with an equalizer. And if you just need a solid pair if earbuds to get you through your commute, these will do the trick. I have no complaints here."
Soundcore Space A40
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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 JBL
JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
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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