Soundcore Space by Anker One Wireless Noise Canceling Over-Ear Review

The Anker Soundcore Space One delivers shockingly good sound and epic battery life for just $100. Its ANC is solid for travel, though the build feels a bit cheap. If you're budget-conscious but refuse to compromise on audio quality, this is an easy buy.

The Anker Soundcore Space One is a $100 over-ear headphone that's punching way above its weight. It's got the core features you want for daily use: strong adaptive noise canceling, a massive 40-hour battery, and support for high-res audio via LDAC.

Anker is known for making solid, affordable tech, and the Space One fits that mold perfectly. It's a wireless workhorse designed to handle commutes, travel, and long listening sessions without breaking the bank.

The sound quality is the star here, landing in the 93rd percentile in our database. That means it's genuinely good, with clear audio that handles most music well. The ANC is solid too, blocking out a lot of background noise for its price. The battery life is a huge plus, and the connectivity with Bluetooth 5.3 and multipoint is top-tier. The trade-off is in the build and comfort. They feel a bit plasticky compared to more expensive cans, and the comfort score is just okay. They're fine for a few hours, but might not be your first pick for all-day marathons.

At $100, the value is hard to beat. You're getting performance that rivals headphones costing twice as much, especially in sound and battery life. The main compromise is in the materials and premium feel. If you can live with that, you're getting a ton of headphone for your money.

Compared to the Sony WH-1000XM6, you're giving up some ANC refinement and luxury materials for a fraction of the price. Against the Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus, the Space One has better sound and battery, but the Sennheiser might feel sturdier. It completely outclasses budget options like the JBL Tune 770NC on sound quality and features. The Apple AirPods Max isn't even in the same conversation; that's a different league of price and ecosystem lock-in.

Skip these if you're a materials snob who needs a headphone that feels luxurious. Also, look elsewhere if you need the absolute strongest, class-leading noise cancellation for flights; while the Space One's ANC is great for the price, it's not quite at that Sony/Bose peak. And if you're deep in the Apple ecosystem and want seamless integration, these aren't for you.

Buy these if you want fantastic sound and battery life on a tight budget, and you don't mind that they feel a bit less premium. They're perfect for students, commuters, or anyone who wants great wireless headphones without the flagship price tag.