‘Dropped one in the tub and it still works!’: These durable Anker earbuds block out 98% of noise — and they are over 50% off

If only there was a pair of durable, sweat-proof, wireless earbuds that gave excellent sound quality and didn’t break the bank. Well, according to over 3,000 5-star Amazon reviews (and our tech editor), there is. The Anker Soundcore Space A40 adaptive noise-canceling wireless earbuds are strong enough to live through full water submersion, are light and discreet and they give top-tier, adaptive sound quality with excellent noise reduction. Better yet — they’re currently over 50% off!

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These affordable earbuds reduce noise by up to 98% thanks to their upgraded noise-canceling system.

$49 at Amazon

Why is this a good Amazon deal?

Not only do these lightweight earbuds boast some of the longest battery life (10 hours!), they feature adaptive sound quality impressive enough to wow our jaded tech editor. You get all of this top-tier performance for a fraction of the price of Apple AirPods. Right now the Space A40 earbuds are on sale for the lowest they’ve been in months. During Black Friday 2023, they only went as low as $79. Being able to snag these for under $50 right now is a steal you don’t want to miss.

Why do I need this?

As far as earbuds go, usually, the lower the price tag, the lower the sound quality. Somehow, Anker managed to successfully pull off the ultimate balancing act, making these affordable (thanks to this sale) without sacrificing premium sound.

Though these wallet-friendly earbuds come in at an approachable pricepoint, their noise-canceling technology isn’t skimpy. In fact, these earbuds reduce noise by up to 98% thanks to their upgraded adaptive system that blocks out distracting surrounding sounds. So, whether you’re sitting next to a crying baby on a plane or walking by a loud construction site, you won’t hear anything but whatever you’re playing.

And when it comes to battery life, few brands hit the ball out of the park like Anker. These Soundcore by Anker Space A40 noise-canceling earbuds give you 10 hours of constant playtime on a single charge, and since they have a fast-charging feature built-in, you’ll get four hours of playtime from just a quick 10-minute charge.

If you’re not usually a fan of earbuds, this set may make you a convert. Reviewers tout their smaller ergonomic shape, which makes for a more comfortable and secure fit in a wider variety of ear shapes.

What reviewers say:

Over 3,000 Amazon shoppers gave these noise-canceling earbuds a perfect rating and some even tested them to the limits — even if it was sometimes by accident.

“Dropped one in the tub and it still works,” wrote an impressed reviewer. “I accidentally dropped an earbud into a full bathtub. I quickly put down the case and other earbud outside the tub then dove my hands in to grab the submerged one. … It continued working perfectly.”

“I freaking love these earbuds,” another five-star reviewer gushed. “Every time I wear them, I think, ‘Dang these are nice.’ Six stars out of five, seriously.” The same shopper added that they have “good comfort, excellent battery life and impressive sound quality.”

If you love hands-free calling, shoppers also say that these earbuds have that feature perfected with no connection problems. “This is the first Bluetooth device that I have that I can trust to just connect to what it’s supposed to connect to without going through a huge struggle with making sure everything else in the vicinity has Bluetooth turned off,” a relieved shopper wrote.

The only drawback a few shoppers had, though, is with the charging case. Some said they wish it locked more firmly since, if you’re not being careful, it opens pretty easily.

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If you’re looking for the lightest earbuds you can find, these are as good as it gets. They’re as light as a sheet of paper and have an ergonomic shape, making them fit comfortably in your ears.

$49 at Amazon

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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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