Edifier W830NB
JLab Epic Lux (HBELUXLABBLK5WEB)
What Buyers Say
Edifier W830NB
These Edifier W830NB headphones earn high praise for their superb noise cancellation, long battery life, and comfort at a budget-friendly price. While call quality is weak and the bass could be deeper, they deliver clear sound, solid build, and reliable Bluetooth connectivity. Overall, they are considered an excellent value for under $100, ideal for travel, office, and daily use.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for long wear
- Clear sound quality
- Strong build and durability
Cons
- Weak microphone quality
- Bass could be deeper
- Ear cups can feel warm
- Equalizer app has limited bands
- Slightly tight fit out of box
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
Scores
Specifications
| Edifier W830NB | JLab Epic Lux | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | PU Faux Leather |
| Headband | metal | Metal, Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 32 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 40 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 96 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Profiles | — | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 94 hrs★ | 90 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 10 hours playback | 5 minutes = 5 hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 750 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ✔ | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | EDlFlER ConneX App | JLab App |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Edifier W830NB
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
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
Pricing
Edifier W830NB offers 3.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 41 specs.
