True Wireless
QCY MeloBuds N20
72Good
$30
Full review dataQCY MeloBuds N20 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.
QCY MeloBuds N20
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value8.0
Soundcore Space A40
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery7.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | QCY MeloBuds N20 | Soundcore Space A40 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $30 | $41 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2026 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 13 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | - |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 6.0 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | 68 ms | - |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 10 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 7.5 h | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 40 h | 50 h |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 2 h | 10 min = 4 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | supported | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.6 g | 4.9 g |
| Case weight | - | 48.4 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 6 |
| Microphone | Ensures pristine call quality. | - |
What reviewers said
QCY MeloBuds N20
The QCY MeloBuds N20 are an ultra-affordable pair of true wireless earbuds that pack in a surprising amount of features for the price, including adaptive hybrid ANC, a transparency mode, and Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint. They deliver a lively, spatial audio-tuned sound from 13mm dynamic drivers, along with a comfortable fit and IPX4 sweat resistance. While the battery life per charge is modest, the total playtime with the case extends to around 40 hours, making them a strong value pick for budget-conscious listeners.
- Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation for the price
- Pro:Entertaining spatial audio sound signature
- Pro:Great transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Con:Battery life per charge is only average
- Con:Sound quality lacks refinement at higher volumes
- Con:Touch controls can be overly sensitive
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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