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Nothing Ear (a) · 99 €Soundcore Liberty 4 NC · 89 €
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| What matters | Nothing Ear (a)NothingMedium confidence | Soundcore Liberty 4 NCAnkerMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 7.6 (best in this comparison) | 7.5 |
| Best price | 99,00 € | 89,00 € (best in this comparison) |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 9.2 | 9.8 (best in this comparison) |
| Build quality | 7.6 (best in this comparison) | 7.4 |
| Performance | 8.4 (best in this comparison) | 8.1 |
| Longevity | 7.4 (best in this comparison) | 7.0 |
| Repairability | 3.8 (best in this comparison) | 3.6 |
| Support & warranty | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| Battery (ANC on) | 5.5 h | 8 h |
| Noise cancelling | Good, up to 45 dB | Good for the price, up to 98% |
| Water resistance | IP54 buds / IPX2 case | IPX4 |
| Codecs | LDAC, AAC, SBC | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Case charging | USB-C | USB-C + wireless |
| Best for | LDAC on a budget · Android owners · Anyone who liked the Ear but not the price | First good pair of earbuds · Gym and commuting · Losing a bud without crying |
| Avoid if | You want wireless charging · You need the very best ANC | You want premium materials · You need long-term software support |
| Main drawback | No wireless charging | Plastic build feels its price |
Verdict
Take the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC unless you need longevity.
The Nothing Ear (a) scores highest at 7.6, but it costs 10,00 € more than the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC, which scores 7.5. That premium buys you longevity — 0.4 points of it. Worth it if LDAC on a budget describes you; otherwise it is money you keep. Watch out for plastic build feels its price on the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC.
Best overallNothing Ear (a) — Highest Worth Score here at 7.6, 0.1 ahead of the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC. Best for LDAC on a budget.
Best valueSoundcore Liberty 4 NC — 10,00 € cheaper than the Nothing Ear (a) and only 0.1 behind on Worth Score. You give up longevity.
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.