Which has better battery life?

The JBL lasts longer with ANC off: 80 hours versus 55. With ANC on, the Soundcore is rated at 40 hours and JBL does not state a figure.

Which is better for travel?

The JBL folds fully and has a metal hinge, which packs smaller. The Soundcore is lighter at 265 g and runs 40 hours with ANC on.

Is the JBL worth the extra $16?

Only if you need the folding design or the 80-hour ANC-off runtime. Otherwise the Soundcore costs less and gives longer ANC-on playtime.

Which has better noise cancelling?

Both use adaptive ANC. Soundcore claims up to 98% noise reduction in lab tests; JBL uses Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 with real-time calibration. Neither claim is directly comparable.

Do both support multipoint?

Yes. Both connect to two devices at once over Bluetooth.

The Soundcore Space One at 265 g. JBL does not list a weight for the Live 680NC.

Soundcore Space One vs JBL Live 680NC

Buy the Soundcore Space One for the lower price, longer ANC battery life and lighter weight. Buy the JBL Live 680NC if you want a fully foldable on-ear with a metal hinge and up to 80 hours with ANC off. The Space One is $59.99 at Walmart as of November 8, 2026, and the JBL is $75.95 at Greentoe as of the same date, so the Soundcore costs about $16 less.

The Soundcore Space One was last seen at $59.04 at Mercari on Nov 5.
Lowest price today for the JBL Live 680NC: $75.95 at Greentoe (checked Nov 8, 2026).
At the latest prices (Nov 5 and Nov 8), the Soundcore Space One is $16.91 cheaper than the JBL Live 680NC.

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