SHOP NOW: Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds are now ready for purchase. You can buy the noise-cancelling sleep earbuds for $229.99 on Amazon.
Following a summer-long Kickstarter campaign, the launch day for the Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 took place on Aug. 18. These sleep earbuds are notable as one of the few sleep-specific options featuring active noise cancellation, priced at $229.99.
It’s a significant investment, yet still more affordable than the $349 Ozlo Sleepbuds (which do not offer ANC). This pricing reflects Soundcore’s commitment to budget-conscious products.
How well do they work? I have tried them over the last two months, and in terms of their performance and price bracket, they set a new standard for high-quality sleep earbuds. For additional insights, read my comprehensive review, or check out the summary below regarding the Sleep A30’s enhancements, similarities to the Sleep A20 earbuds, and where to buy both.
What’s new with the Soundcore Sleep A30
The key feature is active noise cancellation, but Soundcore has introduced several quality-of-life improvements that elevate the performance of these earbuds compared to the Sleep A20 and other competing sleep earbuds, including:
– Active noise cancellation
– More streamlined earbud design compared to the Sleep A20
– Microphones within the case to track snoring for real-time adaptive snore masking
– Memory foam ear tips, alongside silicone ear tips
– Updated sleep, meditation, and focus audio available in the app
– Enhanced sleep tracking capabilities
– Built-in light in the case for easier visibility in the dark
– No-slip silicone base on the charging case
– New mint color option
I don’t encounter much noise at night — primarily the AC unit and infrequent cars — but I could sense the change with the ANC. The AC hum nearly faded away, and I wasn’t disturbed by cars. My partner and I are fidgety sleepers, but I found that wearing the earbuds made me less prone to waking due to movement beside me.
The comfort and app experience have improved compared to the A20. I sleep on my side, so the lower profile was a welcome aspect. I appreciated the option of silicone or memory foam ear tips, and while I opted for silicone, I found them to be more comfortable than the A20 silicone tips. The app felt more user-friendly, akin to