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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Rode NTH-100 headphones are better suited for critical listening sessions due to their higher overall sound quality. However, they fall short in calls and meetings, gaming, and their portability is limited by their larger size and lack of foldability. On the other hand, the Soundcore Space One headphones excel at air travel and commuting, thanks to their active noise cancelling, better weight, and foldability for easier transport. While Soundcore Space One also provides substantial wireless functionality, including a long battery life and support for high-quality codecs like LDAC, the Rode NTH-100 is limited to a wired connection. If you prefer a wireless experience and frequently travel or commute, the Soundcore Space One might be the better choice, especially considering the cost savings. Conversely, for purely audio quality in a stationary setting, consider the Rode NTH-100, despite their higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Rode NTH-100
- 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
6.5
4.8
The Rode NTH-100 is only fair for gaming, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Phone Calls
4.8
4.2
The Rode NTH-100 and Soundcore Space One are both poor for phone calls, though the Rode NTH-100 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
4.7
The Rode NTH-100 is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
TV and Video
7.7
5.3
The Rode NTH-100 is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
8.0
The Soundcore Space One is very good for noise reduction, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
Battery
N/A
30.0 Hours
The Rode NTH-100 does not have a battery. The Soundcore Space One has 30 hours of battery life.
Cost
$149
$100
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Rode NTH-100 has a price of $149 and the Soundcore Space One costs $100.
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Key similarities
Music
8.2
7.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Rode NTH-100 to be very good for music, while the Soundcore Space One is good.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The Rode NTH-100 and Soundcore Space One both have very good build quality.
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How the Rode NTH-100 and the Soundcore Space One compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Rode NTH-100 | Soundcore Space One |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$149 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Rode | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.8/10 | 4.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 4.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 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 | 5.3/10 | 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 | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 349.2 Grams | 263 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Rode NTH-100
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PC Gamer
Kizito Katawonga | March 2023
"The NTH-100M is a closed-back headset aimed at professional audiophiles—streamers, podcasters and content creators included—looking for masterful audio and a detachable 'broadcast-grade' microphone."
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 Rode
Rode is an Australian audio equipment manufacturer. Rode was founded in 1967 as Freedman Electronics, transitioning into its modern brand in 1990, and it’s mainly known for their high-end microphones and audio production equipment. In 2022 they entered into the headphone market with their NTH-100 closed back headphone which was received with very good reviews from the community.
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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