JLab Epic Lux (HBELUXLABBLK5WEB)
Focal Bathys
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
Focal Bathys
The Focal Bathys are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, which rivals wired audiophile headphones, especially in Bluetooth mode. Users highlight the warm, detailed audio, effective EQ customization, and comfortable fit, though some note the ANC is not top-tier and the lack of a passive mode is a drawback. A few reviewers mention durability concerns, such as driver rattling after two years, and the heavy weight can cause fit issues for some. Overall, they are seen as a top choice for audiophiles seeking wireless convenience.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Warm and detailed audio
- Effective EQ customization
- Comfortable for long wear
- Built-in DAC mode
Cons
- ANC not top-tier
- No passive mode
- Heavy weight
- Large volume steps
- No LDAC or aptX HD
Scores
Specifications
| JLab Epic Lux | Focal Bathys | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.35 kg |
| Ear Cushion | PU Faux Leather | real leather and microfiber |
| Headband | Metal, Plastic | real leather and microfiber |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 32 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 15 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 80 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 96 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive | Silent/Soft |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.1 |
| Profiles | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 90 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes = 5 hours | 15 Minutes for 5 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 750 mAh | 1,060 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | JLab App | Focal & Naim App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| 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
Focal Bathys
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (78th percentile)
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average comfort (17th percentile)17th %ile
Pricing
JLab Epic Lux (HBELUXLABBLK5WEB) offers 4.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 43 specs.
