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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize overall sound quality and active noise cancellation for a quiet listening experience, the Soundcore Space Q45 headphones are a better fit, especially for use during air travel or in noisy environments. However, they may be unsuitable for high-energy activities and don't offer water resistance. In contrast, the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones excel during exercise due to their sweatproof design and may be more comfortable for long periods, but they offer a lower sound quality and minimal noise isolation, making them less ideal for immersive listening in quiet spaces. Choose the Soundcore Q45 for superior audio and noise-cancelling at a higher cost, or the Youthwhisper for budget-friendly, exercise-compatible headphones with unique bone conduction technology. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Soundcore Space Q45
Good for music
Excellent for air travel
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
Good for exercise
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.1/10
4.8/10
The Soundcore Space Q45 is good for music, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Phone Calls
4.9/10
6.5/10
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is only fair for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9/10
8.2/10
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
TV and Video
5.6/10
5.1/10
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for TV and video, though the Soundcore Space Q45 is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
8.7/10
2.5/10
The Soundcore Space Q45 is very good for noise reduction, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Battery
41.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$130
$36
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Soundcore Space Q45 has a price of $130 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
"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."
"If you're looking for a pair of headphones that can be worn while running or cycling, these Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are a great alternative to more expensive models. They're lightweight and compact, so they won't get in the way when wearing them while exercising. Plus, they have a built-in microphone so you can take calls during your workout without having to stop and fumble with your phone. The sound quality is great for this style of headphones, and it has many other cool features."
Get a great deal on the Soundcore Space Q45 or the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
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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