Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Anker Soundcore Space 2
Get the Sony XM6. Unless you want to spend as little as possible — then the Space 2 gives you strong noise cancelling for a third of the price.
Sony WH-1000XM6
Class-leading noise cancelling, rich and detailed sound, and the clearest calls. The ones to get.
Anker Soundcore Space 2
Great noise cancelling, a light comfy fit and 40+ hours of battery for a third of the price. Sound is so-so.
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The Sony are quieter, sound much better and make the clearest calls. The Space 2 block engine and train rumble well, are light and comfy and last over 40 hours, for a third of the price.
- —Sound quality matters most.
- —You make lots of calls on the move.
- —You want a hard case to throw in a bag.
- —You want to spend as little as possible.
- —You want a long battery.
- —Comfort matters: they're light with a low clamp.
Key differences
Pros and cons
- +Among the very best noise cancelling
- +Rich, detailed sound with a 10-band EQ
- +Clear calls, even outdoors
- −The fit is snug and the cups are fairly small, which some people with glasses or big ears find tight.
- −Fast charging (3 minutes for 3 hours) needs a USB-PD charger, which isn't in the box.
- −No audio over USB-C, and the mic doesn't work over the cable.
- −A few owners report a cracked headband ring or hinge.
- +Strong noise cancelling for the price
- +Over 40 hours of battery
- +Light, comfortable fit
- −Voices get through more than engine noise.
- −Comes with a soft pouch, not a hard case.
- −No water resistance.
Ready to choose?
- Is the Sony XM6 worth it?
- Is the Soundcore Space 2 worth it?
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: RTINGS, RTINGS, What Hi-Fi, manufacturer specifications.