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Soundcore Space A40 vs Whizzer E3/ T2 TWS: 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.

Soundcore Space A40
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery7.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Whizzer E3/ T2 TWS
Sound6.0
Battery5.0
Calls5.0
Value6.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Soundcore Space A40 vs Whizzer E3/ T2 TWS
SpecSoundcore Space A40Whizzer E3/ T2 TWS
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$41$25
HearWiki score78 / 100 · Great55 / 100 · Average
Released20222019
Audio
Driverdynamicdynamic
Driver size10 mm6 mm
Drivers per side21
Frequency response-20Hz-20000Hz
Impedance16 Ω16 Ω
Sensitivity-89 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth5.25.x
Bluetooth version5.25.0
CodecsSBC, AAC, LDACSBC, AAC
Multipoint pairingYesNo
Wireless range10 m-
Battery
Battery life10 h4 h
Battery life (ANC on)8 h-
Battery incl. case50 h20 h
Full charge time-90 min
Quick charge10 min = 4 h-
Wireless chargingYesNo
Features
Active noise cancellingYes-
ANC typeadaptive-
Transparency modeYes-
Companion app-No
Custom EQYes-
Wear detectionNo-
Controlstouchbuttons
Design
Weight4.9 g3.94 g
Case weight48.4 g57 g
Water resistanceIPX4IPX7
USB-CYesNo
Calls
Microphones64

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

Whizzer E3/ T2 TWS

The Whizzer E3, also sold as the T2, stands out with a distinctive pebble-like shell and offers a lively, enjoyable sound for its budget price. It provides a reasonable battery life and an IPX7 water resistance rating, though the lack of app support and multipoint, along with occasional reset issues, hold it back. Its compact, lightweight design and physical buttons make it a straightforward, no-frills option for casual listening.

  • Pro:Unique, original stone-inspired design
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable fit
  • Pro:Good water resistance (IPX7)
  • Con:Limited codec support (SBC only)
  • Con:Short battery life per charge
  • Con:No app or multipoint support

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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