Anker Soundcore Life Q30 vs Edifier W820NB Plus
Quick take: The Anker Soundcore Life Q30 lasts longer per charge (40 hrs); only the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 supports multipoint (two devices at once).
| Spec | Anker Soundcore Life Q30 | Edifier W820NB Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Approx. price | ~$60 | ~$60 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Over-Ear Headphones | Over-Ear Headphones |
| Noise Cancelling | ANC | ANC |
| Battery (single charge) | 40 hrs | 33 hrs |
| Battery (with case) | — | — |
| Quick Charge | 5 min = 4 hrs | 10 min = 7 hr |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, LDAC |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | Yes | No |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Weight | 263 g | 220 g |
| Water Resistance | — | — |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Transparency Mode | No | Yes |
| Spatial Audio | No | No |
| App EQ | Yes | Yes |
Pros & cons
Anker Soundcore Life Q30
- ✓Hybrid ANC takes a real bite out of engine rumble
- ✓40-hour ANC battery outlasts a workweek
- ✓Custom EQ and HearID fix the stock tuning
- ✓Over 56,000 Amazon ratings de-risk the purchase
- ✓Multipoint at $60 is nearly unheard of
- ✓5-minute charge buys 4 hours
- ✗Muddy, bass-bloated out of the box — EQ is mandatory
- ✗No transparency mode and dated Bluetooth 5.0
- ✗Callers describe the mic as distant
- ✗Pleather pads flake after a year or two of daily use
- ✗Known headband crack point near the hinges
Edifier W820NB Plus
- ✓LDAC support at a price where competitors offer SBC only
- ✓Balanced, smooth default tuning that beats every budget ANC rival
- ✓49 hr battery (33 hr ANC on) with 10 min = 7 hr fast charge
- ✓Light 220g frame with plush padding for long sessions
- ✓Effective wind and ambient noise filtering on calls (DNN mics)
- ✓Edifier Connect app with EQ presets and custom EQ
- ✓Ambient mode for staying aware of surroundings
- ✗ANC is mid-pack — noticeably weaker than Sony/Soundcore Q-series rivals
- ✗No multipoint, and no AAC or aptX (iPhones fall back to SBC)
- ✗Earcups seal warm — heat builds up in long sessions
- ✗Doesn't fold and ships without a case
- ✗Plasticky build feels its price