Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 vs soundcore Sleep A30: which should you buy?

Key differences

Not enough for an overall lead: the Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 is ahead on water resistance only. Level on noise cancelling.

• Water resistance: IPX5 vs IPX4Cambridge Audio Melomania A100: IPX5 ConfirmedSourcesoundcore Sleep A30: IPX4 (IPX4 (earbuds)) ConfirmedSource

From each maker's own specifications. A point is listed only when both makers state a figure and the two differ; a point either maker does not state is left out, never guessed. Two figures measured under different conditions are shown side by side, not compared.

Who should buy which

• The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 Guide names it for music, travel and calls.Music: Music and podcasts both sound rich through Class A/B amplification and 10mm drivers, with LDAC and aptX Lossless support. Source linkedSourceTravel: Twelve hours per charge, and 39 hours with the case, so a long trip needs few recharges. Source linkedSourceCalls: Three microphones in each bud, with echo cancelling and noise suppression, keep your voice clear on calls. Source linkedSource
• The soundcore Sleep A30 Guide names it for noise cancelling, blocking out snoring and small fit.Noise cancelling: Sleep-tuned ANC blocks low rumbles and the tips block high-pitched noise, together with snore masking. Source linkedSourceBlocking out snoring: Noise cancelling, passive isolation and adaptive snore masking work together for a calmer night next to a snorer. Source linkedSourceSmall fit: Four ear wings, five silicone tips and three foam tips in the box help even small ears find a snug fit. Source linkedSource

From what each Guide names the product best for.