CCA CRA
JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
What Buyers Say
CCA CRA
The CCA CRA in-ear monitors are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, especially considering the low price point. Users highlight deep bass, clear mids and highs, and impressive detail retrieval, often comparing them favorably to more expensive brands. While the included ear tips and cable durability receive some criticism, the overall consensus is that these IEMs offer incredible value for music, gaming, and monitoring.
Pros
- Deep, detailed bass
- Clear mids and highs
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable fit
- Sturdy braided cable
Cons
- Included ear tips may not fit well
- Cable durability concerns over time
- One earbud detaches from cord
- Left side may stop working after extended use
- Requires DAC for full potential
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
| CCA CRA | JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook | stem |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | 3 sets of gel tips |
| Weight | 0.02 kg★ | 0.12 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 3.799999952316284 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 25 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 99.80000305175781 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | CCA CRA in Ear Monitor Headphones, Ultra-Thin Diaphragm Dynamic Driver IEM Earphones, Clear Sound & Deep Bass, Wired Gaming Earbuds with Tangle-Free Detachable Cable for Singer Musicians Drummers DJ | SBC, AAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.16699999570846558 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 56 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | 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 | Water-Resistant | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
CCA CRA
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong sound (74th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st 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
Pricing
JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124 offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 36 specs.