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Updated January 10, 2024·
Considering your preference for a somewhat less expensive option, the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick offers better value. The Ear Stick also has a higher overall sound quality and is especially recommended for calls and meetings because of its superior mic quality. Additionally, it features low-latency mode suitable for gaming, sweatproof and dustproof certification making them apt for use during exercise, and longer battery life for typical usage. On the other hand, the Soundcore Space One headphones, while somewhat more expensive, are better for air travel due to active noise cancelling and better noise isolation. They are foldable which adds to their portability, but might be less suitable for exercise given their over-ear design and lack of sweatproof certification. Both have app customization features and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices. Choose the "Nothing" Ear Stick if lower cost, mic quality, and a more versatile usage is your priority, or the Soundcore Space One if better noise control and suitability for travel are more important for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
- Very good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Space One
- Good for music
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
6.1
7.8
The Soundcore Space One is good for music, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is only fair.
Gaming
8.1
4.8
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for gaming, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Phone Calls
8.6
4.2
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
4.7
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
TV and Video
7.5
5.3
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.0
The Soundcore Space One is very good for noise reduction, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is poor.
Battery
5.0 Hours
30.0 Hours
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space One has 30 hours of battery life.
Cost
$108
$100
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has a price of $108 and the Soundcore Space One costs $100.
Build Quality
9.0
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has excellent build quality, while the Soundcore Space One has very good build quality.
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How the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick and the Soundcore Space One compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick | Soundcore Space One |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$108 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | "Nothing" Brand | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.7/10 | 4.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 4.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5 Hours | 30 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.2 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 22 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 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 | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.4 Grams | 263 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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"Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | December 2022
"If the Ear (stick) fits your ears, its light weight means you can easily wear it until the unimpressive battery life totally drains. The IP54 rating of the buds lends some confidence that it’ll survive some light abuse too. Finally, for the person who only wears earbuds at their desk, the Nothing Ear (stick) with its decent microphone could offer a reasonable Zoom meeting solution."
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 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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