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Samsung vs Soundcore
Samsung comes out ahead overall.
The verdict in 10 seconds
Best Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Buds4 ProExcellent sound and quiet, at their best with a Samsung phoneSuits you if
- You use a recent Samsung Galaxy phone
- You want rich sound and earbuds comfortable enough for long days
- You commute, work out or deal with steady background rumble
Best Soundcore
Soundcore Sleep A30Tiny, comfortable sleep earbuds that quiet snoring well, but priceySuits you if
- You sleep next to a snorer or a noisy pet
- You're a side sleeper who finds regular earbuds uncomfortable
- You want built-in sleep sounds and a quiet alarm that won't wake anyone else
Which brand wins?
Samsung is the stronger brand for noise cancelling headphones right now. The best single model of the two is the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro, which suits you if you use a recent Samsung Galaxy phone.
We researched 29 expert reviews, analyzed 30,520 owner ratings and comments across 22 sources for every Samsung and Soundcore model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
Show me the receipts
Brand scoreboardAverage score 79 vs 72 · reliability 67 vs 54
| Samsung | Soundcore | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 79 | 72 |
| Experts | 84 | 80 |
| Owners | 79 | 73 |
| Reliability | 67 | 54 |
| Models scored | 1 | 2 |
| Most reliable model | Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro | Soundcore Sleep A30 |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Questions people actually ask
Which is better, Samsung or Soundcore?
Samsung, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 79 for Samsung vs 72 for Soundcore.Which brand is more reliable, Samsung or Soundcore?
Samsung. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 67 vs 54.What is the best Samsung noise cancelling headphones?
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro. It suits you if you use a recent Samsung Galaxy phone.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Samsung models (79).What is the best Soundcore noise cancelling headphones?
The Soundcore Sleep A30. It suits you if you sleep next to a snorer or a noisy pet.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Soundcore models (79).