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Updated January 10, 2024·
Based on the comparison, the Shokz OpenMove, being bone conduction headphones with an open enclosure, are better suited for outdoor activities where you need to stay aware of your surroundings. They offer a secure fit with ear hooks and are both sweatproof and dustproof, making them ideal for exercise. However, they have lower overall sound quality and are not recommended for immersive music experiences.
In contrast, the Soundcore Space One headphones, with a closed over-ear design, provide better noise isolation and are favored for air travel due to higher comfort, better build quality, and active noise cancelling. They also support a lossless codec, promising higher sound fidelity. These features make them suitable for more focused listening environments but tend to be bulkier and less suitable for exercise. If you prioritize sound quality for music and prefer over-ear comfort, the Soundcore Space One is the better choice, despite being somewhat more expensive. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Shokz OpenMove
Good for phone calls
Good for exercise
Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Space One
Good for music
Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
4.8/10
7.8/10
The Soundcore Space One is good for music, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Phone Calls
7.8/10
4.2/10
The Shokz OpenMove is good for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9/10
4.7/10
The Shokz OpenMove is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5/10
8.0/10
The Soundcore Space One is very good for noise reduction, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Battery
6.0 Hours
30.0 Hours
The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space One has 30 hours of battery life.
Cost
$80
$100
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The Shokz OpenMove has a price of $80 and the Soundcore Space One costs $100.
"The Shokz OpenMove are a bit more affordable than the company's other bone conduction headphones, making them a more appealing option for athletes on a budget. These headphones support premium features like multipoint connectivity and a durable build, but you lose other niceties like fast charging and a long battery life. Still, for less than $80, these are nice bone conduction headphones that will keep you safe when exercising."
"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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