KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone
JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
What Buyers Say
KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone
The KZ AS10 in-ear monitors are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, especially given the budget-friendly price. Users highlight the five balanced armature drivers delivering clear, balanced audio with great separation, often outperforming more expensive models. Common issues include the stock cable's fit and the need for aftermarket tips for comfort, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Five balanced armature drivers
- Clear and balanced audio
- Great sound separation
- Outperforms more expensive models
Cons
- Stock cable fit issues
- Bulky housing for some ears
- Uncomfortable for some after prolonged use
- Cable lacks memory wire
- Stock tips may not suit everyone
JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
The JLab JBuds Pods ANC earbuds are highly praised for their excellent value, offering a rich feature set at a budget-friendly price. Users consistently highlight the comfortable fit, long battery life, and good sound quality, though some note the ANC is decent but not top-tier. The JLab app adds customization options like EQ and touch controls, and features like wireless charging and multipoint Bluetooth are well-received. A few users mention the need to select the right ear tips for optimal sound and a minor app pairing quirk.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality
- Wireless charging support
Cons
- ANC is decent but not top-tier
- Earbuds may fall out during activity
- App pairing quirk on iPhone
- Short USB-C cable included
- Need to select correct ear tips for optimal sound
Scores
Specifications
| KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone | JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | stem |
| Ear Tips | — | 3 sets of gel tips |
| Weight | — | 0.12 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | balanced armature | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | 5★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 14 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✗ |
| Codecs | KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone, Pure 5 Balanced Armature 5BA KZ Earbuds Earphone, Musician in Ear Monitor Headphone High Fidelity HiFi Headset (No Microphone, Green) | SBC, AAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.16699999570846558 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 56 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Jlab App |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 34 specs.