JLab Epic Lux (HBELUXLABBLK5WEB)
Jabra Evolve2 65
What Buyers Say
JLab Epic Lux (HBELUXLABBLK5WEB)
Overall, users are very satisfied with the JLab Epic Lux Lab Edition headphones, praising their excellent sound quality, comfort, and long battery life. Many consider them a great value, comparing favorably to more expensive brands. However, some users report issues with build quality, ANC performance in wind, and a few experienced complete failures within months.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Great value for money
- Effective noise cancellation
Cons
- Build quality issues
- ANC wind noise problem
- Weak bass response
- Mediocre sound for some
- Controls take time to learn
Jabra Evolve2 65
The Jabra Evolve2 65 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its excellent call quality, comfort, and compatibility with platforms like Microsoft Teams, while others report issues with Bluetooth pairing, especially on Mac, and find the price too high for the build quality. Some users experienced discomfort after prolonged use, and one reported a broken earpiece after six months. Overall, it's a capable headset with notable drawbacks in connectivity and value.
Pros
- Excellent call quality
- Comfortable for many users
- Good sound quality
- Compatible with Microsoft Teams
- Easy Bluetooth pairing on some devices
Cons
- Bluetooth pairing issues on Mac
- Expensive for build quality
- Uncomfortable for some after prolonged use
- No USB dongle included
- Poor setup instructions
Scores
Specifications
| JLab Epic Lux | Jabra Evolve2 65 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.10 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | PU Faux Leather | memory foam |
| Headband | Metal, Plastic | Ergonomic Cushioned Headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | MEMS |
| Driver Size | 32 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 96 dB | 117 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP | HSP 1.2, HFP 1.7, A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, PBAP 1.1, SSP 1.2 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 90 hrs★ | 37 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes = 5 hours | 15 Minutes for 8 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 750 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Microsoft Teams, Cisco, Mitel, Avaya |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | JLab App | Android & iOS |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
JLab Epic Lux (HBELUXLABBLK5WEB)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (17th percentile)17th %ile
Jabra Evolve2 65
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average affordability (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 42 specs.