True Wireless
JLab Go Pods ANC
76Great
$30
Full review dataJLab Go Pods ANC vs Soundcore Space A40: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Soundcore Space A40 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Soundcore Space A40 - Great overall at around $41.
True Wireless
Soundcore Space A40
78Great
$41
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
JLab Go Pods ANC
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery5.5
Calls6.0
Value8.5
Soundcore Space A40
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery7.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | JLab Go Pods ANC | Soundcore Space A40 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $30 | $41 |
| HearWiki score | 76 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Driver size | 10mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20-20,000 Hz | - |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB/mW | - |
| Sensitivity | -38 dB ±1 dB | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | 200 ms | - |
| Wireless range | 9.1 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 5 h | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 26 h | 50 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | - |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 1 h | 10 min = 4 h |
| Wireless charging | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | 2-mic ENC | Yes |
| ANC type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | yes | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 8.4 g | 4.9 g |
| Case weight | 27.6 g | 48.4 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 4 | 6 |
| Microphone | 4 x MEMS | - |
What reviewers said
JLab Go Pods ANC
These budget true wireless earbuds deliver surprisingly solid active noise cancellation and a clear, slightly bass-forward sound for their low price. They come packed with useful extras like multipoint pairing, a customizable EQ, and touch controls, but their battery life lags behind many rivals in the same price range. Overall, they offer strong value for cost-conscious shoppers who prioritize noise blocking and features over endurance.
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Pro:Clear audio with app-based EQ tuning
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity
- Con:Below-average battery life, especially with ANC on
- Con:Sound leans bassy rather than neutral
- Con:Call quality can be inconsistent
Soundcore Space A40
The Soundcore Space A40 earbuds deliver a well-rounded budget experience, combining effective adaptive noise cancellation, balanced audio, and long battery life with multipoint connectivity. They offer strong value at around $100, with a comfortable fit and support for LDAC, though a few ergonomic and performance quirks keep them from being flawless.
- Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
- Pro:Balanced, pleasant sound with LDAC support
- Pro:Long battery life with wireless charging case
- Con:Microphone quality is mediocre
- Con:Touch controls can be inconsistent
- Con:Case hinge feels less sturdy
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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