Evolve2 30 SE vs Space One Comparison

Compare Evolve2 30 SE vs Space One side by side: specs, ratings, pros and cons, and which one fits your room best.

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Editor's pick
Jabra Evolve2 30 SE
Evolve2 30 SE
Soundcore Space One
Space One

At a Glance

Evolve2 30 SE

The Jabra Evolve2 30 SE is a wired USB headset for desk work. It has 28 mm speakers, two microphones (one analog MEMS and one analog ECM), a boom arm and a busylight.

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Best For
Desk workers
Style
On-ear headband (stereo or mono)
Weight
125 g
ANC
None
Mics
2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM)
Boom Mic
Yes (boom arm)
Talk Time
—
Connect
Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)
Certified
Microsoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, Citrix
Space One

The Soundcore Soundcore Space One is a budget over-ear headphone from Anker's audio brand. It has adaptive WH-1000XM6, 40 mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.3 and LDAC, a codec that is rare at this price.

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Best For
Android users
Style
Over-ear
Weight
265 g
ANC
Adaptive ANC
Mics
3
Boom Mic
No
Talk Time
40 h
Connect
Bluetooth, 3.5 mm AUX
Certified
—

Review Scores Compared

Expert Score

  • Evolve2 30 SE8.8/10 Leads
  • Space One8.1/10

Voice & Mic Clarity

  • Evolve2 30 SE7.8/10 Leads
  • Space One6.2/10

Comfort & Ergonomics

  • Evolve2 30 SE9.7/10 Leads
  • Space One8.9/10

Connectivity & Range

  • Evolve2 30 SE—
  • Space One9.1/10

Battery & Charging

  • Evolve2 30 SE—
  • Space One9.3/10

Certification & Controls

  • Evolve2 30 SE9.3/10
  • Space One—

Why Evolve2 30 SE Beats Space One (and Vice Versa)

Why Evolve2 30 SE beats Space One

  • Better voice & mic clarity: 7.8 vs 6.2 out of 10
  • Better comfort & ergonomics: 9.7 vs 8.9 out of 10
  • Weight: 125 g vs 265 g
  • Boom Mic: Yes (boom arm) vs No

Why Space One beats Evolve2 30 SE

  • Driver Size: 40 mm vs 28 mm
  • Microphones: 3 vs 2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM)
  • Connection: Bluetooth, 3.5 mm AUX vs Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)

Review-score leads of 0.5+ points out of 10 first, then specs where only one comes out ahead.

Full Specifications

General

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
Best ForDesk workersAndroid users
Wearing StyleOn-ear headband (stereo or mono)Over-ear
VariantsStereo, Mono; USB-A, USB-C, USB-C/A; MS and UC—

Design & Build

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
Weight125 g Better265 g
MaterialsLeatherette, PC and PC/ABS plastic, stainless steel—
Foldable—Yes
Ear CushionsLeatherette—
Ear Cup Rotation—8° each direction
Dimensions179 x 136 x 54 mm (stereo)163 x 187 x 92 mm

Audio

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
Driver Size28 mm40 mm Better
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz (music); 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak)20 Hz - 40 kHz
Bluetooth Codecs—SBC, AAC, LDAC
Driver Type—Dynamic
Sensitivity115 dB @ 1 mW / 1 kHz—
Custom EQ—Custom EQ, HearID
Wired Listening—Yes (AUX input, cable included)
Stereo / MonoStereo or mono (variants)Stereo
Speaker Bandwidth (Calls)100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak mode)—
Hearing ProtectionJabra SafeTone 2.0—

Noise Cancelling

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
Noise CancellingNoneAdaptive ANC
Active Noise Cancelling—Yes
Transparency Mode—Yes (5 levels)
Adaptive ANC—Yes

Microphone

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
Microphones2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM)3 Better
Microphone Setup1 analog MEMS and 1 analog ECM3 mics with AI call enhancement
Call Noise Reduction—AI-enhanced call mics
Boom MicYes (boom arm) BetterNo
BusylightYes—
Open Office CertifiedYes—

Battery & Charging

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
Talk Time—40 h
Fast Charging—Yes (5 min = 4 h)
Music Time—40 h
Music Time (ANC Off)—55 h

Connectivity

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
ConnectionWired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)Bluetooth, 3.5 mm AUX Better
Bluetooth Version—5.3
Multipoint—Yes
CertificationsMicrosoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, Citrix—
Cable Length1.5 m—

Controls & App

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
ControlsCall control unitButtons
Management SoftwareJabra Direct, Jabra Xpress—
Teams / Call ButtonYes (Microsoft Teams notifications on LED)—
IT Remote ManagementJabra Xpress—

In the Box

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
In the BoxHeadset, protective bag, user documentsTravel pouch, AUX cable
Warranty2 years—
Carry CaseYes (felt pouch)Yes (travel pouch)

Identifiers

Evolve2 30 SESpace One
Model Number—A3035

Takeaways

  • Our pick: Evolve2 30 SE, with the highest spec-based rating (4.5/5).
  • Choose Evolve2 30 SE for desk workers.
  • Choose Space One for android users.

Pros and Cons

Evolve2 30 SE

PROS

  • Light at 125 g (stereo)
  • Boom arm and busylight
  • USB-A, USB-C or USB-C/A variants
  • Teams version available

CONS

  • No ANC
  • Wired only

Space One

PROS

  • LDAC at a budget price
  • Adaptive ANC
  • Up to 40 h with ANC (55 h off)
  • Multipoint and AUX input

CONS

  • Mid-weight at 265 g
  • Button controls only

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Quick Verdict

  • Evolve2 30 SE 8.8Best overallLeads in Voice & Mic Clarity, Comfort & Ergonomics
  • Space One 8.1No outright category lead