JBL Junior 320
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
What Buyers Say
JBL Junior 320
Overall, the JBL Junior 320 wired headphones are well-received by parents, who praise their comfort, sound quality, and kid-friendly design. The volume-limiting feature is appreciated for hearing protection, and the wired connection is a plus for some. Minor criticisms include small ear covers and unanswered questions about adjustability and compatibility.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Good sound quality
- Volume limiting for hearing protection
- Wired connection
- Kid-friendly design
Cons
- Ear covers small
- Unanswered questions about adjustability
- Unanswered questions about compatibility
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
The Soundcore Space 2 headphones have impressed users with their exceptional comfort, long battery life, and strong noise cancellation for the price. While the default sound profile may need EQ tweaking via the app, the overall audio quality, build, and features like multipoint and LDAC make them a great value. Minor drawbacks include warmth during long sessions and a lack of water resistance.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort
- Long battery life
- Strong noise cancellation
- Great value for price
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound profile needs EQ
- Gets warm during long sessions
- No water resistance
- 3D audio mode gimmicky
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Junior 320 | Anker Soundcore Space D1402 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.27 kg |
| Ear Cushion | 12mm Thick Soft Pad | protein leather |
| Headband | 12mm thick soft pad | memory foam with a soft leather finish |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 34 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 78 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 6.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 3★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | — | Soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
JBL Junior 320
- Strong affordability (74th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (33rd percentile)
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average affordability (33rd percentile)
Pricing
JBL Junior 320 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 37 specs.
