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JLab GO Sport+ True Wireless Earbuds 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.

Score breakdown

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

JLab GO Sport+ True Wireless Earbuds
Sound6.5
Battery7.5
Calls6.0
Value8.0
Soundcore Space A40
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery7.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of JLab GO Sport+ True Wireless Earbuds vs Soundcore Space A40
SpecJLab GO Sport+ True Wireless EarbudsSoundcore Space A40
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$25$41
HearWiki score68 / 100 · Good78 / 100 · Great
Released-2022
Audio
Driver6mm dynamic driverdynamic
Driver size6 mm10 mm
Driver size6mm-
Drivers per side22
Frequency response20-20,000 Hz-
Impedance16 Ω16 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth5.35.2
Bluetooth version5.35.2
CodecsSBC, AACSBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairingNoYes
Latency200 ms-
Wireless range9 m10 m
Battery
Battery life9 h10 h
Battery life (ANC on)-8 h
Battery incl. case35 h50 h
Full charge time132 min-
Quick charge10 minutes = 1 hour10 min = 4 h
Wireless charging-Yes
Features
Active noise cancelling1-mic ENC + DNS AlgorithmYes
ANC typenoneadaptive
Transparency modeYesYes
Companion appYes-
Custom EQYesYes
Wear detectionNoNo
Controlstouchtouch
Voice assistantYes-
Design
Weight58.1 g4.9 g
Case weight45.8 g48.4 g
Water resistanceIP55IPX4
Detachable cableNo-
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones26
Call noise reduction1-mic ENC + DNS Algorithm-
Microphone2 x MEMS-

What reviewers said

JLab GO Sport+ True Wireless Earbuds

These budget-friendly true wireless earbuds are built for active use, featuring a secure ear-hook design and IP55 sweat/water resistance. They offer a balanced sound profile, long battery life with the charging case, and a practical app with EQ adjustments, making them a solid pick for workouts without breaking the bank. While they lack active noise cancellation, they include a transparency mode and decent call quality for the price.

  • Pro:Secure, stable ear-hook fit ideal for exercise
  • Pro:Very affordable price point
  • Pro:Long total battery life with case (35 hours)
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No multipoint connection
  • Con:Average latency for video/gaming

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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