QCY H3S
JLab HJKSTUDIORBLUGRN122
What Buyers Say
QCY H3S
The QCY H3S headphones are widely praised for their exceptional active noise cancellation, which rivals far more expensive models. Sound quality is good, especially after EQ adjustments, and comfort is excellent for long sessions. Battery life is outstanding, and the value for money is considered unbeatable. Some users note the default tuning is muddy and the headphones are quite large.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Excellent value for money
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Good sound after EQ adjustment
Cons
- Default tuning is muddy
- Large size may not suit all
- App not perfect on iOS
- Bass not extreme for EDM
- No 3.5mm cable included
JLab HJKSTUDIORBLUGRN122
The JLab JBuddies Studio On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones are widely praised for their durability, comfort, and safe volume levels. Most users find them perfect for school and travel, with clear sound and a tangle-free cord. A few concerns include flimsy wire, warm ear pads, and lack of foldability, but overall they are considered a great value.
Pros
- Durable build for active kids
- Comfortable on-ear fit
- Safe volume limiter
- Tangle-free cord
- Clear sound quality
Cons
- Flimsy wire
- Ear pads get warm
- Not foldable
Scores
Specifications
| QCY H3S | JLab HJKSTUDIORBLUGRN122 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.24 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather | Faux Leather |
| Headband | adjustable headband | Stainless Steel |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 40 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | JLab JBuddies Studio On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones, Toddler Headphones, Kid Safe, Studio Volume Safe, Volume Limiter, Folding, Adjustable, Noise Isolation, with Mic (Blue/Green) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 102 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 7★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | QCY App | — |
| App | QCY App | — |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✓★ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
QCY H3S
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
JLab HJKSTUDIORBLUGRN122
- Strong comfort (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
JLab HJKSTUDIORBLUGRN122 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 33 specs.
