Earfun Wave Pro X vs Soundcore Space 2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Earfun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Earfun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Over-Ear

Earfun Wave Pro X

85Outstanding

$130

Full review data

Over-Ear

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Earfun Wave Pro X leads on 4 of 7 measures.

Earfun Wave Pro X
Soundcore Space 2

HearWiki score

Sound

8.3

6.5

Noise cancelling

7.8

8.5

Battery

9.5

9.4

Calls

7.7

8.0

Value

9.6

8.2

Price (USD)

$130

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Mixed generations

Both shipped in 2026. Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Earfun Wave Pro X brings Top codec aptX Lossless against LDAC and LE Audio (LC3), while the Soundcore Space 2 answers with Bluetooth 6.1 against 6.0 and ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. The Soundcore Space 2 answers on convenience features: it adds Wear detection.

Wave Pro X2026
Space 22026

What differsWave Pro XSpace 2

Bluetooth: 6.0; 6.1
Top codec: aptX Lossless; LDAC
LE Audio (LC3): Yes; No
ANC type: Hybrid; Adaptive
Wear detection: No; Yes

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

Wave Pro XSpace 2

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $130; $130
HearWiki score: 85; 75
Released: 2026; 2026
Availability: Sold new; Sold new
Driver: 40 mm dynamic; 40 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 40 mm; 40 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; -
Sound signature: -; neutral
Impedance: -; 16 Ω
Bluetooth: 6.0; 6.1
Codecs: SBC, aptX, LC3, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC; SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing: Yes; Yes
Battery life: 90 h; 70 h
Battery life (ANC on): 50 h; 50 h
Full charge time: 120 min; 120 min
Quick charge: -; 5 min → 4 h
Wireless charging: -; No
Active noise cancelling: Yes; Yes
ANC type: hybrid; adaptive
Transparency mode: Yes; Yes
Companion app: Yes; Yes
Custom EQ: Yes; Yes
Wear detection: No; Yes
Controls: buttons; buttons
Weight: 259 g; 264 g
Water resistance: -; IPX4
Foldable: -; Yes
USB-C: Yes; Yes
Pad material: -; protein-leather
Microphones: 8; 3
Microphone type: -; MEMS
Call noise reduction: Yes; Yes
Call NR technology: noise-cancelling mic; AI ENC

Specification comparison of Earfun Wave Pro X vs Soundcore Space 2
Spec	Earfun Wave Pro X	Soundcore Space 2
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$130	$130
HearWiki score	85 / 100 Outstanding	75 / 100 Great
Released	2026	2026
Audio
Driver	40 mm dynamic	40 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	40 mm	40 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	-
Sound signature	-	neutral
Impedance	-	16 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth	6.0	6.1
Codecs	SBC, aptX, LC3, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC	SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing	Yes	Yes
Battery
Battery life	90 h	70 h
Battery life (ANC on)	50 h	50 h
Full charge time	120 min	120 min
Quick charge	-	5 min → 4 h
Wireless charging	-	No
Features
Active noise cancelling	Yes	Yes
ANC type	hybrid	adaptive
Transparency mode	Yes	Yes
Companion app	Yes	Yes
Custom EQ	Yes	Yes
Wear detection	No	Yes
Controls	buttons	buttons
Design
Weight	259 g	264 g
Water resistance	-	IPX4
Foldable	-	Yes
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Pad material	-	protein-leather
Calls
Microphones	8	3
Microphone type	-	MEMS
Call noise reduction	Yes	Yes
Call NR technology	noise-cancelling mic	AI ENC

What reviewers said

Earfun Wave Pro X

The Earfun Wave Pro X is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that pairs hybrid active noise cancellation with an impressively long battery life. It supports a wide range of high-quality Bluetooth codecs, including LDAC and aptX Lossless, and offers multipoint connectivity for seamless device switching. With its 40mm dynamic drivers and customizable EQ, it aims to deliver a versatile and immersive listening experience at a competitive price point.

Pro:Hybrid ANC effectively reduces ambient noise
Pro:Exceptional battery life, especially with ANC off
Pro:Supports high-resolution codecs like LDAC and aptX Lossless

Con:Plastic build may not feel as premium as pricier rivals
Con:Controls are limited to physical buttons
Con:Frequency response is somewhat narrow for an over-ear model

Soundcore Space 2

The Soundcore Space 2 over-ear headphones deliver a well-rounded wireless experience at a mid-range price, blending adaptive noise cancellation with a comfortable, foldable design. They boast an extensive battery life, support for high-resolution LDAC audio, and versatile features like multipoint connectivity and a customizable EQ, making them a strong contender for everyday use. While the overall package is impressive for the cost, sound tuning and some performance aspects may not satisfy audiophiles seeking reference-grade accuracy.

Pro:Impressive adaptive ANC performance for the price
Pro:Exceptional battery life, up to 50 hours with ANC on
Pro:Supports LDAC for high-quality wireless audio

Con:Sound quality can be inconsistent, especially with ANC off
Con:Earcups may get warm during extended listening sessions
Con:3D sound mode underwhelms in practical use

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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