True Wireless
Soundcore Space A40
78Great
$41
Full review dataSoundcore Space A40 vs UGREEN HiTune S3: 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
UGREEN HiTune S3
58Average
$25
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
UGREEN HiTune S3
Sound4.5
Battery7.0
Calls5.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Soundcore Space A40 | UGREEN HiTune S3 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $41 | $25 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 58 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 12 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | - | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | AAC, SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | - | 60 ms |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 10 h | 7.5 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 50 h | 30 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 4 h | 15 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | - | No |
| Custom EQ | Yes | No |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | - | language assistant support |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.9 g | 5.3 g |
| Case weight | 48.4 g | - |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 2 |
| Call noise reduction | - | AI call noise cancellation |
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
UGREEN HiTune S3
The UGREEN HiTune S3 is an affordable open-ear TWS option that prioritizes comfort, lightweight wear, and practical extras like low-latency gaming mode and multipoint connectivity. While it delivers solid battery life and keeps you aware of your surroundings, its sound profile is a clear compromise—especially in bass and overall fidelity—and there's no companion app for tuning. It's a sensible pick for casual daily use, not for audiophiles or bass lovers.
- Pro:Very lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Low-latency game mode works well for gaming
- Pro:Good battery endurance for the price
- Con:Sound quality is weak, especially bass and detail
- Con:No app or EQ adjustments available
- Con:Maximum volume may feel limited in noisy environments
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