Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro Review: ANC Headphones with AI Microphones for the Home Office

With its Space series, Anker has long positioned its Soundcore headphones as everyday and office all-rounders designed to switch seamlessly between music, video calls, and travel. The series debuted with the impressive Space One Pro (review). With the Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro—now part of the same product family since IFA 2026—a new top-of-the-line model has joined the portfolio, one that particularly excels in call quality: a custom-developed Thus AI chip, a total of eight microphones, Adaptive ANC 3.0, and Bluetooth 6.1 with LDAC support. We wore the headphones for several weeks while working from home, on train rides, and during phone calls in noisy environments. Below, you’ll learn how the Space 2 Pro performs in everyday use and who should consider buying it at a price of 199.99 euros.

Technical Specifications of the Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro

Product	Space 2 Pro
Design	Closed-back over-ear headphones
Driver	35 mm, dynamic
Bluetooth version	6.1 with multipoint functionality
Supported codecs	SBC, AAC, LDAC (Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified)
Chipset	Anker Thus AI chip
Microphones	8 in total (4 per earbud), 6 of which are used for calls
Active Noise Cancellation	Adaptive ANC 3.0 with 384-kHz processing, 5 intensity levels
Battery Life	Up to 60 hours without ANC, approx. 30 hours with ANC, approx. 20–25 hours with ANC and LDAC
Talk time	Up to 20 hours
Wired connection	3.5-mm jack (cable included)
Controls	Physical buttons: Play/Pause and volume on the right; Power and ANC mode on the left
Additional features	Proximity sensor (wear detection), Google Fast Pair, local voice control “Hey Anka”
Weight	Approx. 264 grams
Ear cushions	Faux leather with memory foam, interchangeable
Package Contents	Headphones, USB-C charging cable, 3.5-mm audio cable, fabric pouch, user manual
Water/Dust Resistance	No IP certification
Colors	Midnight Gray, Jet Black
Price (MSRP)	€ 199.99 *

Design, Comfort, and Build Quality

Our review unit came in Deep Black, and even as we unboxed it, we noticed a much more understated design compared to older Soundcore models: no more large logo on the outside of the earcups, just a simple, barely visible product label. Anyone looking for headphones that won’t immediately stand out as a gadget in a meeting or an open-plan office is likely to appreciate this understated design.

Weighing in at around 264 grams, the Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro is among the lighter models in its class, and that’s exactly how it felt when we wore them: Even after several hours of use in our home office or on a long train ride, we didn’t feel any noticeable pressure on our heads. A big part of this is due to the softly padded ear cups with memory foam filling, which fit comfortably around the ears without pressing on the jaw area. A practical feature for longevity: The ear cushions can be replaced if needed, which is by no means a given for headphones in this price range.

Our overall impression of the build quality is somewhat mixed. The headband is a bit wobbly, though it’s sturdier than on the Space 2. Still, the difference compared to a more expensive model like the Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless (our review), as well as the more affordable beyerdynamic Aventho Y (review), is clear. Both models appear to be better built than the Space 2 Pro.

A sturdy carrying case is also missing from the standard package; instead, only a thin fabric pouch is included, and a hard case costs 29.99 euros separately. Anker has completely omitted IP certification for dust or sweat resistance, so the Space 2 Pro is not suitable for use at the gym.

Features: Bluetooth, Codecs, and Chipset

For wireless connectivity, Anker relies on the latest Bluetooth 6.1 standard with multipoint support. In our testing, this worked reliably: Switching between a laptop and a smartphone while working from home worked without having to manually reconnect, and the connection didn’t drop unintentionally even once over several weeks.

In terms of codecs, the Space 2 Pro is impressively well-equipped: In addition to SBC and AAC, it also supports LDAC, the high-resolution codec that enables higher transmission bandwidth on Android devices. For users without a compatible Android device, a 3.5-mm jack cable is also included, which allowed us to easily connect the headphones to the in-flight entertainment system on an airplane.

The real centerpiece of the features, however, is the new Anker Thus AI chip, which controls both noise cancellation and call quality. A total of eight microphones are used—four per earcup—and up to six of them are used simultaneously during phone calls; more on this in the section on microphone quality below.

Battery Life and Charging in Our Test

In terms of battery life, the Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro ranks in the solid upper mid-range of its price class. Without ANC enabled, we came close to the manufacturer’s claim of up to 60 hours in our test. With ANC enabled at all times and mixed codec usage, the battery life in our tests dropped to around 26 to 28 hours, which is slightly below the official specification of 30 hours but still comfortably sufficient for an entire workweek without recharging. According to Anker, if you also enable LDAC, you should expect a battery life of around 20 to 25 hours with ANC—a figure we were also able to confirm in our test sessions with the Hi-Res codec enabled.

The fast-charging feature is handy for everyday use: In our test, just 5 minutes of charging via the USB-C port provided several hours of additional music playback—ideal if the battery runs low right before a spontaneous train ride. Some caution is advised with local voice control: In our test, users who left the feature permanently enabled noticed a noticeably faster battery drain.

App Integration and Voice Control: Soundcore App

We controlled and customized the Space 2 Pro using the Soundcore app. At its heart is the revamped HearID 5.0 hearing test, which determines your individual hearing curve and uses it to generate a personalized EQ curve. Those who prefer to tweak settings themselves can use a full-featured 8-band equalizer; the number of preconfigured sound presets has been reduced from 23 to 5 compared to older Soundcore models, though this seemed sufficient for everyday use, since the equalizer allows you to tailor the sound to almost any preference anyway.

In addition to sound customization, the app offers Spatial Audio for a more immersive soundstage, adjustable wind noise reduction, a sleep timer, and calibration of the proximity sensor, which automatically pauses playback as soon as the headphones are removed. In our testing, this worked reliably and without any noticeable delay.

Particularly noteworthy: The new local voice control with the activation phrase “Hey Anka” processes voice commands directly on the chip without sending data to the cloud. In our test, recognition worked reliably but responded with a noticeable delay of about one second, and support for third-party assistants is completely lacking so far. For everyday use, we would therefore classify the feature as more of a nice extra than a core feature. Especially since, as mentioned above, it drains the battery.

Sound Quality, ANC, and Microphones

When it comes to sound, the Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro proves to be surprisingly strong. The factory preset has a noticeably bass-heavy and dark sound: It delivers plenty of punch with electronic music and hip-hop, but with more acoustic recordings—such as singer-songwriter tracks or classical music—the sound can quickly come across as a bit muddy, and subtle details in the midrange are sometimes lost. You can make some adjustments using the 8-band equalizer in the app, and with a bit of fine-tuning, we found a much more balanced sound profile that suited our personal taste. However, the underlying tendency toward a warm, bass-heavy sound remains noticeable even then.

With the LDAC codec enabled on Android, we noticed a more refined high end and slightly greater detail resolution in a direct comparison to SBC/AAC playback, but for us, it wasn’t a fundamentally different listening experience. Those expecting reference-quality, neutral sound reproduction will likely be disappointed by the Space 2 Pro; on the other hand, those who prefer a warm, bass-heavy sound for everyday music and podcasts and are willing to tweak the equalizer will, with a little patience, achieve a result that’s respectable for this price range.

Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode

For noise cancellation, Anker relies on Adaptive ANC 3.0 with 384 kHz signal processing and five adjustable intensity levels. During our test on a train ride, the system noticeably reduced the monotonous noise of the train, and even in an open-plan office, keyboard clatter and conversations at the neighboring table were clearly pushed into the background. However, when a truck with a reverse warning tone drove by, we noticed that individual, very piercing sounds still occasionally got through. Overall, though, the noise reduction clearly ranks in the upper mid-range and can keep up with significantly more expensive flagship models.

The transparency mode, on the other hand, left us with somewhat mixed feelings. While ambient sounds are generally reproduced clearly and without distracting echo, during quiet moments without music playback we noticed a faint hiss that gives the surroundings a slightly artificial quality. For quick conversations here and there—like at the coffee machine—this didn’t really bother us in everyday use, but it definitely becomes noticeable during longer periods of use.

Microphone Quality and Call Performance in the Test

For us, the Space 2 Pro’s clear strength lies in its call and voice quality. This is made possible by the Anker Thus AI chip, which coordinates the eight built-in microphones and separates your voice from ambient noise in real time. During testing, we deliberately made calls in noisy environments—on a busy street, in a kitchen with the range hood running, and once even at a small construction site in the neighborhood. In all cases, the people we spoke with rated the speech intelligibility as clear and unusually crisp; even with estimated ambient noise levels of 85 to 90 decibels, background noise was almost completely blocked out.

Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro microphone test recording:

Microphone test recording, Bose QuietComfort Headphones 2:

Microphone test recording: Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless:

We were also impressed by its performance in windy conditions: where other headphones quickly reach their limits in our experience, our voice remained clearly audible even in gusty weather. For anyone who spends a lot of time on video calls or making phone calls on the go, we believe the microphone quality is by far the strongest selling point of the Space 2 Pro.

Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro Review: Conclusion

After intensive everyday use, the Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro left us with a good impression, though we weren’t unreservedly enthusiastic. For us, its clear strength lies in call and voice quality: The Thus AI chip and the eight microphones ensure a level of intelligibility that we’ve rarely experienced in this form with over-ear headphones. Added to this are a pleasantly lightweight design, replaceable ear cushions, and a solid battery life of around 30 hours with ANC enabled—impressive for this price range.

On the other hand, anyone expecting a reference-quality, neutral sound profile will be reminded of the limitations of the factory tuning in several areas, and the lack of a hard case included in the standard package also dampens the overall positive impression somewhat. For anyone primarily looking for a reliable tool for the office, home office, and travel—and who is willing to accept minor compromises in sound quality—the Space 2 Pro remains, in our experience, a good option in its price range, even though there are better models available.