soundcore Space One Pro by Anker, Adaptive Active Noise
soundcore Space One Pro by Anker, Adaptive Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Super Foldable Design, 60H Lossless Audio, Ultra-Fast Charging, Hi-Res Wireless Audio with LDAC, Comfortable Fi
Five-Segmented HeadbandSpace One Pro features a headband with five flexible segments for optimised and precise foldability—undergoing 10,000 durability tests for your reassurance.
” data-position=”triggerHorizontal” />Three-Joint SeparationSpace One Pro features three joints connecting the headband and the earcups that rotate up to 180° to save space.
” data-position=”triggerHorizontal” />Two Extra Feedforward MicsA total of 6 mics work together to identify and block noise from all directions, adapting to various environments.
” data-position=”triggerHorizontal” />Upgraded Algorithm – Adaptive ANC 3.0Calculates in real-time and adjusts to your wearing conditions, tracking dynamic movements for maximum quiet.
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I have a set of Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones, and of the two, I honestly I think I prefer the Soundcore Space One Pros. The active noise canceling is effective, the sound quality is clear, loud and free of distortion, they feel more robust in terms of build quality and they’re about 1/3rd of the price. My only gripe is that the foam ear pads aren’t replaceable, but you can’t have everything!
A Stellar Performer At This Price Poi
I won’t dance around it—-these headphones are a 9/10 for me overall. And I’m saying that because there’s some room for improvement, but what it does get right it does so with flying colors.
I tested these headphones against two of my most used listening devices: the AirPods Pro 3 and the Soundbrenner Wave Pro IEMs. Each of them shines in their own way, but this is where the Space One Pros hit for me:
Comfort – 10/10
These are hands down the most comfortable over ear headphones I’ve ever worn. The weight is just right and the cushion of the ear pads and headband is nothing short of luxurious. The comfort of these headphones is enough on its own to consider these over other over ear headphones. I could easily wear them all day long and not have any issues or complaints. Which leads me to their second most prominent quality
Battery Life – 10/10
Right out of the box, they came with a 70% charge. I tested the Space One Pros for a few hours straight, switching from different sources such as music, video games, and movies. I tested with and without ANC on. After a few hours of rigorous testing the battery level remained at 70% as if the battery was completely unaffected. That’s impressive. It should also be noted that the headphones can be used in wired mode without the need for any power whatsoever. Just plug and play.
Sound – 8.5/10
The sound on these headphones may get mixed reception based off each individual’s personal preferences, but overall I am not disappointed with them at all. However, I am not necessarily blown away either. In wireless mode you can use the Soundcore App to personalize the sound to best suit your preferences or at least get in the ballpark. The app features Dolby Audio which you can switch on or off as well as EQ presets and the ability to make your own custom EQ presets. I did most of the sound testing with the Soundcore Signature EQ preset, which to me, gave an overall pleasant and fun sound. In wireless mode, the Space One Pros are a bit heavy on the bass end and not quite as bright on the high end as I would have liked them to be. However, this also means that the sound has less tendency to cause hearing fatigue over long sessions. With Dolby Audio on, the bass is even more present, but not necessarily in a bad way, but it’s almost as if the low end wraps itself around you like a comfy bass blanket without really masking too much of the detail in the mids and highs. Using the headphones with Dolby Audio turned off produces a much more balanced sound, but does not have as wide of a soundstage as it does when it is on. I think overall I did prefer to have Dolby Audio on—it just takes a little while to get used to it. In wired mode I connected them to a USB-C dongle with built-in DAC to check out how it performs with hi-res tracks. In this configuration, the sound is much more balanced and the details are solid and crisp.
Noise Cancellation – 9/10
There are three different modes offered for ANC: Noise Cancelling, Normal, and Transparency, with “Normal” being a blend of the two. The Soundcore app also provides an option to use adaptive noise cancellation, based on the users environment and ambient sound levels. For me, I’m either going to go full noise cancellation or transparency, so the adaptive setting doesn’t mean a lot to me. In a nutshell I’ll just say it: the noise cancellation works. And it’s very decent. But it’s not on the same level as the AirPods Pro 3. However, I think considering the other qualities of this headset, the ANC is more than adequate.
Overall Impressions
What attracted me to try these headphones in the first place was reading an article in which a group of sound engineers blind-tested different flagship headphones of within a wide price range and this particular set came out on top. The consensus of that group was that these headphones had a sound that was FUN. And I would concur with that statement. They do have a very fun sound. Are they as awesome sounding as a pair of AirPods Max? Not really, but at this price point I can confidently say that they are a very solid alternative to spending $500+. Where this headset kicks the AirPods Max’s ass is the amazing comfort and insane battery life. And for $200 (or less if you catch them on sale) that counts for a lot. I would absolutely recommend the Soundcore Space One Pros as a high quality and versatile set of headphones. I am satisfied with my purchase.
Anker hat gekocht!
Ich nutze die Soundcore Space One Pro jetzt seit einigen Monaten und bin insgesamt wirklich positiv berrascht.
Der Klang ist fr diese Preisklasse sehr stark, vor allem der Bass ist ordentlich prsent, ohne komplett zu bersteuern. Stimmen sind klar und auch bei lngeren Hrsessions bleibt der Sound angenehm. ber die App kann man den Klang zudem gut anpassen, was ich regelmig nutze.
Das Noise Cancelling funktioniert solide und filtert typische Alltagsgerusche wie Bahn, Bro oder Straenlrm zuverlssig raus. Es kommt zwar nicht ganz an absolute High-End-Modelle ran, ist aber fr den Preis definitiv berzeugend und ausreichend.
Besonders gefallen hat mir das kompakte, faltbare Design, die Kopfhrer lassen sich extrem platzsparend verstauen. Auch der Tragekomfort ist gut, selbst ber mehrere Stunden hinweg. Der Akku hlt sehr lange, und die Schnellladefunktion ist im Alltag wirklich praktisch. So kam es fters vor, dass ich vergessen habe die Kopfhrer aufzuladen, jedoch konnte ich mit einigen Minuten Ladezeit ganz entspannt meine Gym Session durchziehen.
Kleine Kritikpunkte gibt es trotzdem: In den Hhen knnten sie etwas klarer sein und das ANC knnte in sehr lauten Umgebungen noch strker sein. Fr mich sind das aber eher Feinheiten.
Fazit: Sehr gutes Gesamtpaket mit starkem Preis-Leistungs-Verhltnis. Wer gute Over-Ear-Kopfhrer mit ANC sucht, ohne direkt 300+ auszugeben, macht hier wenig falsch.
I’ve been a Sony loyalist since the Xm3s. I’ve had the xm3, xm4, 2 x xm5 and an xm6.
Never going back, the reason I had two xm5s is the first one broke, I got a replacement and then the second just broke in exactly the same place. I got the xm6 and was incredibly disappointed with the sound quality and ANC (which apparently had been ruined by the last firmware update). How Sony have the nerve to sell obviously inadequate products is beyond me. Why I kept buying them is even more baffling. Especially when the Space one pro has been available all this time for a third of the price!
Firstly, the sound quality, now, I’m no audiophile, but to my ears these are far far better sounding than the Sonys and the Bose ultras, which I also tried. Clear deep bass and doesn’t dominate, precise and natural sounding mids and highs, nicely separated on a good stage.
Build quality, exceptional. Solid metal headband and hinges that fold for transport. You feel like these will be more than able to take day to day use. Unlike the xm5s, which are shameful by comparison, absolutely shameful.
Comfort is fine for me. Clamping force is high initially, but you can break them in easily, cushioning is pretty good, again better than the xm5s but not quite Bose standard.
ANC is good enough. Is it up to the xm5 standard? No not quite, but it is better than the xm6s since the firmware debacle. I work in an office and I can concentrate through almost all background noise and talking.
Overall I’m now a soundcore evangelist. These are great sounding, very well built headphones with very solid ANC at a great price. I look forward to the space two pro.
Um fone que entrega muita qualidade!
Eu tenho vrios fones da Anker e os produtos deles nunca decepcionam! Entregam muito qualidade por um preo competitivo! O Soundcore Space One Pro o melhor fone “over ear” que eu tenho e o meu fone preferido para viagens de avio. Alm da qualidade de som, do bom cancelamento de rudo, o conforto que ele proporciona, por ter uma boa construo e materiais de tima qualidade (no so materiais premium, pois este no posicionamento do produto e o preo nem permitiria isso), tambm um destaque. Como um “maluco por fones”, recomendo a compra desse fone para quem quer qualidade de udio, privacidade e conforto, por um valor compatvel com a proposta do produto.
I’ve been using these for a couple of months now, and I’ve got to say, as someone moving from AirPods to these, I actually prefer these headphones. The music is crisp, the bass is loud enough and they’re fairly comfortable.
The only downside is that they’re a bit heavy, so when you’re lying down, they tend to slip off.
I really like that they turn off automatically after an hour of inactivity. Super convenient for someone forgetful like me. They also connect quickly and come with two cables: one for charging and another for using them wired with your computer, even when the headphones are off.
The battery life on this thing is incredible, they last for days, sometimes even a whole week! The noise cancellation isn’t perfect, but it does a great job at reducing background noise.
Overall, a great pair of headphones that deliver excellent performance for the price.
I’ve been using the Soundcore Space One Pro by Anker for a few weeks, and I’m genuinely impressed by their performance and design.
Pros:
* Adaptive Active Noise Cancelling (ANC): The noise cancellation adapts well to different environments, effectively reducing background noise whether I’m in a busy office or on a commute.
* Super Foldable Design: The headphones fold compactly, making them easy to carry and store — perfect for travel or daily use.
* Long Battery Life: With up to 60 hours of lossless audio playback, these headphones easily last several days on a single charge.
* Ultra-Fast Charging: A quick 5-minute charge gives me around 4 hours of listening time, which is incredibly convenient when I’m in a rush.
* Hi-Res Wireless Audio with LDAC: The sound quality is rich and detailed, with clear highs and deep bass — great for all music genres.
* Comfortable Fit: The ear cups are soft and snug without feeling tight, allowing me to wear them for hours without discomfort.
Cons:
* The headphones are a bit bulkier than some ultra-light models, which might not suit those looking for a very minimalist design.
* The price point is mid to high range, but the features and quality justify the cost.
Overall, these headphones offer excellent value with premium features. Whether for work, travel, or casual listening, the Soundcore Space One Pro delivers superb sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfort in a sleek, portable design.
Okay, so I bought these on a whim, and purely for the form factor plus I needed a pair of headphones day of my long 9 hour flight.
I consider myself of a bit of an audiophile nut, so I’m extremely particular about my music and what it sound like. I do own some BW speakers and and range of in ear monitors but didn’t want to carry my small amps with me on the flight, further more wanted noise cancelling headphones for nap time.
Now, I wasn’t expecting to be blown away by these headphones, which I state I wasn’t. Yet, I was extremely surprised what these produce with standard and Hi-res music. I mean at this price point absolutely wow!
You will need to run them in, to get the best out of these bad boys, which I’m still doing and track by track I can hear them opening up.
SOUND
The sound produced by these are intimate, which feels as someone is directly singing to you close by, but not obtrusive. So bear this in mind it does not have a wide aspect of a sound stage, which what I’m use to.
TREBLE
Highs are well balanced and not in your face to the a point your ears start to bleed. Subtlety is key here, where you can hear the little nuances in the track you are playing which surprised me.
MIDRANGE
This is where the headphones shine, I mean wow, vocals are clear and direct. I would even come to say these are a warm sounding headphones, which is a pleasure on the ears. Listening to some Norah Jones, feels as though she is singing with her beautiful voice right next to you. As stated very intimate sounding.
BASS
I’m not a bass head, I’ve grown out of that many years ago, yet where there needs to be bass I expect it to rumble. These to that, but not in an obnoxious way. You hear the bass, you feel the bass, but you don’t notice the bass. I mean the bass isn’t over powering. I find it about right. If it could go down a few hertz lower, I would welcome that but not a deal breaker.
NOISE CANCELLING
Fantastic! I had these on from the start of my flight until the plane landed, nearly 9 hours use with noise cancelling on and music playing. Best flight I had, totally blocks out sound of the horrible reverb of the plane engine and muted dulled down chatter from passengers and screaming kids. Oh, and keeping the noise cancelling on while playing your favourite track does not hinder the quality of sound one bit, as some headphones do.
Overall, within this price bracket I am extremely impressed, battery life is amazing, 9 hours of music and noise cancelling left me with 80% battery at the end of my journey.
The weight is okay, not as light as say the Sonys, but extremely comfortable to wear all day or night. The plush cushioning helps wonders.
Connectivity was easy as child’s play with no issues, and the quality of the heads are well made and semi premium feel.
These are definitely value for money, at this price you cannot go wrong.
Music Genres Tested
Jazz, Classical, Hip Hop, Dance, Blues, Vocals, Dubstep, Rock and Metal
im a drummer so i wanted to find a pair of headphones that would work well with practicing as well as normal day life. they make cute littke sounds when connecting and turning on! first of i listened to boy division by mcr and i could immediately hear the kick drum and was so happy. it might be a bit overwhelming in more bass heavy songs but if im trying to learn a song this is perfect. honestly i could hear each separate instrument and it was THE BEST! the separation of different frequencies was so clear! when using the app you can immediately change it and if you play bass guitar it is amazing, i listened to cute without the ‘e’ by taking back sunday next and you could hear it all so well nothing was muddy at all. i also tested out the acoustic setting and could hear the guitar so well. honestly i was so amazing at how they can single out different instruments so well. over time however the bass got a bit too much so i had to go on the app and lower it but then i realised my Spotify EQ was being bass boosted too lol. then you sort of get used to lots of bass so it was honestly fine after a bit. they are very comfortable and i have a small head and they fit well on the smallest setting.
the real test was using them whilst drumming, i used the ANC but quickly realised it wouldn’t be suitable when drumming because it would muffle to try to adjust to the loud crashes etc. therefore i switched to normal mode and it was amazing. using my previous sony WH710N i would have to play the music at 100db which is crazy loud and very damaging, using normal mode, the passive cancelling that the tight ear pads made along with the normal mode were perfect! it blocked lots of sound and allowed me to listen at a mere 80-85 db for songs like ocean avenue by yellowcard and i threw glass by destroy boys.
i then listened to wait and bleed by slipknot, theory of mind by kublai khan tx, denial is a river by doechii (very bassy song but these made them even bassier which might not be good if you don’t like that and i could hear that punchy kick too!), call it love by crawlers. these are all different genres of songs; metal, rap and indie. it honestly made each song sound so distinctive and unique whereas my previous ones would just muddy all the sounds all together. these are honestly a very good piece of tech for this price range and i was hesitant at first but if you’re contemplating then get them! theyre very very good.
i’ll come back after a few months of use and check back in.
Top Quality!
I have used my fair share of headphones over the years and these are by far the most comfortable. My other headphones from a different brand squeak a lot because they are plastic, but the Space One Pro has no such issue. The noise cancelling feature wait a bit too well. When i have these on i can’t hear a thing, so wear them responsibly and be aware of your surroundings.
For the money I paid i am extremely happy with what I got. If you want a pair you should definitely get one, maybe wait till next month for a Black Friday deal.
Great headphones
I really wanted the fruit Max headphones but there’s no way I’d pay that price. After seeing an offer on HotUKDeals for the Qi20 Soundcore headphones I ordered them and I was really impressed, so promptly returned them and ordered the Space Pro’s instead. Arrived today, really like them and the ability to map your ear and how it hears to adjust the sound levels. They’re comfortable and fit well, and most importantly considerably cheaper than the fruit Max headphones. I’m sure the fruit Max headphones are great, but these certainly do what I need them to and do it well.
The only feature I’d really like to see added to any future headphones would be the ability to know when they’ve been taken off and for the music to auto pause.
Good Value For The Money
Was curious about these as I listened to a friend’s Space One’s.
Found the sound quality to be much better than I expected.
I own Bowers and Wilkens Px8, Nuraphones, and audio technica ath-m50xs.
These headphones have better sound quality than all with the exception of the Nuraphones.
As for other features, the ANC is adequate.
To get the best out of these, you need to use LDAC codec. This is where these shine!
My only issue is when you turn the headphones off and back on, the LDAC setting is lost on the device.
You have to manually turn it off and on again in Bluetooth settings which is very annoying.
I guess I can put up with the shortcomings for the sound that comes out of these and the amazing battery life.
They could have also come with wear detection! I missed this feature.
Also, they could have supplied better audio cables with these. The one’s supplied seem cheap.
As for the wear, you forget they are on. They are very light.
Almost the bes
Great ANC compared with Sony xm5 couldn’t tell the difference, sound is better on the xm5 slightly, only downside to these headphones are they are a little heavier than the space one which makes more pressure on the ears sometimes getting warm after a while unlike the space one. But I would definitely choose this over Sony xm5- Sony get way to hot in ears
First things – I am neither an audiophile nor a tech expert so this review is my personal view about this product. I have been searching for headphones that will allow me to listen to music with a balanced sound profile. I am partial to bass and this informed my decision to try out these headphones. So far, the bass is okayish, not as punchy as I expected it would be from all the advertising. The sound is excellent otherwise (for any normal user). I have had it on for a while now and my ears are beginning to hurt a little. Maybe my ears are too big but its not the most comfortable. I shall keep it on for longer to see if the fit improves with time but for 150 plus a free travel case for early subscribers, this is not a bad deal. Would it be to everyone’s taste? Not sure. PS: There is some sound leakage as well.
Overall the sound quality is impressive. I admit the build quality is amazing as well and the Ivory colour looks very premium. Additionally, the 4 Step Noise Cancelling is indeed better than on the Q45 but not by much (maybe 10%). The build structure is interesting, they feel premium and well built for even the most reticent users. They are also very very comfortable.
However, these advantages come with a pinch of salt as well:
1. They lack a hard cover which is very annoying for a headset of this quality. The ones you can buy for 30 feel strange and are suitable more for an extravagant user.
2. They lack sensors to stop the music when you take them off, which again on this price it feels like a step backward. You don’t know you are missing this feature until you don’t have it anymore. Its now annoying for instance to listen to music in the evening and drive down your battery if you mistakenly get asleep.
3. The leather material although it feels very premium, it is a headache inducing proposition because from experience this material gets completely tore apart in 1 year especially if you are a frequent traveller like myself.
Verdict:
They are marginally better by comparison with Soundcore Space Q45 however the difference in pricing is mainly in the build quality and luxurious features, and not in the overall sound quality, sensors or better technology.
Overall they sound 5% better (with overall more bass) than Q45, their Noise Cancelling is 10% better than Q45 and the build quality is 20% better but these additional improvements come with big downsides like lack of a closed hardcover and lack of sensors for taking them off.
I have to say, the Soundcore Space One Pro by Anker has been an excellent purchase overall. I did have some initial doubts after seeing a few YouTube reviews mentioning mic issues, but after using them myself, I’ve had no problems at all with the microphone—it works perfectly for calls and meetings.
The noise cancelling is seriously impressive, and the sound quality with LDAC is up there with much more expensive brands. I’ve been using these daily, and the 60-hour battery life is as good as advertised. The ultra-fast charging is a great bonus, too—it’s nice not having to worry about long charging times.
The foldable design makes them easy to travel with, and they’re very comfortable even for long listening sessions. One small drawback is that they removed the head sensor that pauses music when you take the headphones off. It’s a feature I would’ve liked, but honestly, for this price point, it’s hard to complain.
Considering the performance and comfort, these could easily be compared to higher-end brands at a fraction of the cost. For what you’re paying, I really can’t be anything but satisfied with this purchase.
O.K. So I have the Soundcore Space One Pro, Soundcore Space One, Soundcore Liberty 4 NC (x4), Beats Studio Pro, Beats Studio 3 (X2), Beats Studio 2 (x5), Soundcore P20i, Soundcore P3.
The Soundcore Space One Pros come third in the list of headphones I own. Let me explain why.
The Space One Pros are the best over the ear headphones I have from Soundcore. I am currently running them in so a few hours in when the drivers loosen up the sound may get less tight. They are better than the Space Ones for sound quality (the first Space Ones I had I returned as they sounded horrible – like my Q45’s – see below – but the second ones sounded much much better). The soundstage is wider than the Space Ones with more bass, mids and treble. I did have a pair of Soundcore Q45’s but I sold them after 2 days as these Q45’s sounded quite terrible with muddy bass, distortion and muffled treble. So the Space One Pros are the best over the ear headphones I have from Soundcore.
Here’s a shocker – the Space One Pros sound better than the much more expensive Beats Studio Pros – that is the honest truth… The Space One Pros are wider and louder than the Beats Studio Pros and cost much less than half the price. Oh and the Soundcore app is a hundred times better than the poor effort that Beats serves up.
However, the best pair of headphones I have I have had for over 8 years – Beats Studio 2.0. I have 5 of these and use them sparingly as I know over time they will wear out and stop working so taking care of them by having many of them will make them last at least another 4/5 years in my estimation. No other headphones I have had over the years have come close to the clarity, bass and loudness of my Beats Studio 2.0’s.
The second best headphones I have are earbuds – the Liberty 4 NC’s of which I have 4. They are better than all of the over the ear headphones apart from my trusty Beats Studio 2.0. They go loud and defy the price I paid for them, I would happily pay 300 for these but they each cost 64.99 at the time.
So the Soundcore Space One Pros are fantastic – not the best. The only feature I miss with these headphones is the Easy Chat hold over the earpad that the Space One’s had. Auto pausing I don’t miss but would have been nice to have.
I got the the free hard shell carry case with mine when I bought them at release price. I expect Soundcore will drop the price to about 110 at some point in the near future but that’s o.k. with me as the case itself isn’t cheap stand alone.
I also have the Soundcore Boom 2 (x2) and Soundcore 3 Bluetooth speakers so am a bit of a Soundcore fan. However, they have produced some duff products which I have had notably the Q45’s and the first set of Space One’s I had. But their quality control seems to be getting better.
So if you have the Soundcore Space One or Soundcore Q45 should you upgrade to these? I would say yes. The Space One Pros sound is great and wide and better than Beats Studio Pro(!) They sound better than the Space One’s and Q45’s.
I have the Space One Pros connected to my Samsung Galaxy S23+ using LDAC with the Soundcore Signature setting. I have created a custom EQ V shape in the EQ but the Signature setting is the best for my needs.
My test tunes Unravel by Bjork, Venus As A Boy by Bjork, Resolution from the Godzilla Minus One Soundtrack, Take Hold Of Me by Anne Brun, Traitor by Olivia Ridrigo, Essence by Wizkid all delivered perfectly and some of these tracks are quite difficult to reproduce. I do have the Poweramp app so can tweak the sound even more if I want to. I tried the preamp increase to push the Space One Pros hard to almost damaging my hearing and they did not fail – did not distort. These headphones can handle whatever you throw at them.
So the Space One Pros are another great set of headphones from Soundcore – go buy them.
Edit 07/10/24. A couple of things since I have the headphones for a few weeks now. I did all of my original testing with the normal codec but I changed it to LDAC after a couple of days. LDAC does make it sound slightly better with better width and depth.
The battery life is insane. I have been using my Space One Pros most days for a few hours per day for nearly a month and yesterday the app said yesterday that the battery was at 10%. So I charged them for only the SECOND time in a month. I charged them for the first time on the day I got them last month. I won’t need to charge them again until some point in November. And this is with the codec being set to LDAC so the battery would last even longer with the other codecs.
So it is getting better with time. The speakers are run in now and the bass is not as tight as it was before (even though it was not bad before) so sounds a bit more richer and controlled.
And there you have it. Looking good for the long run.