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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, the JLab Go Work Wireless is significantly less expensive and includes a boom microphone that may be better for calls. However, if you value a more immersive audio experience and additional features such as LDAC support for high-quality Bluetooth audio, the Soundcore Space Q45 may be worth the extra cost. Keep in mind that the JLab's boom mic is not detachable, but it is foldable, whereas the Q45 has an integrated mic. The JLab Go Work Wireless is a more office-oriented choice due to the earcup design and microphone, while the Soundcore Space Q45 offers a more versatile listening experience with a focus on sound quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Go Work Wireless
- The JLab Go Work Wireless has no clear advantages over the Soundcore Space Q45.
Advantages of the Soundcore Space Q45
- Good for music
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
5.8
7.1
The Soundcore Space Q45 is good for music, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Phone Calls
6.3
4.9
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.6
5.9
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Noise Reduction
4.6
8.7
The Soundcore Space Q45 is very good for noise reduction, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Battery
47.0 Hours
41.0 Hours
The JLab Go Work Wireless has 47 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life.
Cost
$50
$130
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The JLab Go Work Wireless has a price of $50 and the Soundcore Space Q45 costs $130.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The JLab Go Work Wireless has excellent build quality, while the Soundcore Space Q45 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.3
5.4
The Soundcore Space Q45 and JLab Go Work Wireless are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.5
5.6
The Soundcore Space Q45 and JLab Go Work Wireless are both poor for TV and video.
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How the JLab Go Work Wireless and the Soundcore Space Q45 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JLab Go Work Wireless | Soundcore Space Q45 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$50 | $130 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JLab | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.4/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 47 Hours | 41 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 9/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 170 Grams | 294.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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JLab Go Work Wireless
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Headphone Check
Maike Paeßens | 2021
"If you are going to criticise the JLab Go Work, it would be for the cables, which are to some extent too short for their intended use, and for its rather harsh treble reproduction above moderate volume levels in music mode. However, the call quality during telephone calls and video conferences in voice mode via wireless and via cable is impeccable. This handy Bluetooth headset also scores points with its excellent battery life and support for multipoint connections."
Soundcore Space Q45
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Sound Guys
Riley Ballantyne | June 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space Q45 is a great pair of active noise canceling (ANC) headphones, and the $150 USD price tag only sweetens the deal. Unlike many mid-tier wireless headphones, the Q45 microphone system rejects quite a bit of background noise, making this a great work headset too."
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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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