True Wireless
Soundcore Space A40
78Great
$41
Full review dataSoundcore Space A40 vs Soundcore V20i: 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 V20i
66Good
$40
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Soundcore Space A40
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery7.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Soundcore V20i
Sound6.0
Battery8.0
Calls6.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Soundcore Space A40 | Soundcore V20i |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $41 | $40 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 66 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 16 mm |
| Driver size | - | 20mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | - | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 10 h | 8 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 50 h | 36 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 4 h | 10 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Voice assistant | - | yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.9 g | 9.3 g |
| Case weight | 48.4 g | - |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IP55 |
| USB-C | Yes | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 4 |
What reviewers said
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
Soundcore V20i
The Soundcore V20i are budget-friendly open-ear earbuds that prioritize comfort and durability for active use. They offer a secure fit, solid waterproofing, and long battery life, making them great for workouts, though their sound signature is more subdued than exciting. Overall, they deliver strong value for the price with reliable connectivity and useful features.
- Pro:Comfortable and secure open-ear fit
- Pro:Excellent battery life with charging case
- Pro:Strong IP55 water and dust resistance
- Con:Sound lacks energy and excitement
- Con:Battery and water resistance specs vary by source
- Con:No active noise cancellation
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