JLab Go Pop+

The JLab Go Pop+ are budget true wireless earbuds that punch above their weight. You get 9 hours of battery per charge, a comfortable fit, and surprisingly good sound for around $25. Call quality is the main weakness, but for music and everyday listening, these are one of the best cheap earbuds you can buy.

Sound quality lands in the 65th percentile, which translates to solid but not spectacular. The 6mm dynamic drivers handle the 20Hz to 20kHz range fine, and the EQ3 presets let you switch between Signature, Bass Boost, and Balanced modes. Bass Boost does what it says, adding some thump for workouts or hip hop. The JLab app adds custom EQ if you want more control. For $25, the sound is genuinely good, though audiophiles will notice the lack of detail compared to pricier options.

Battery is where this thing shines. 9 hours from the earbuds alone puts it in the 83rd percentile, and the 35 hour total with the case means you can go days without thinking about charging. The 10 minutes for 1 hour quick charge is handy when you forget to top up. Connectivity is also strong at the 86th percentile, with Bluetooth 5.3 and Google Fast Pair making Android setup nearly instant. Calls are the weak spot at 57.7 out of 100, which is the weakest area of the whole product. The dual MEMS mics and ENC help, but don't expect crystal clear calls in noisy environments.

Against the Anker Space A40, the Go Pop+ loses on ANC and call quality but wins on price and simplicity. The Space A40 is a better choice if you commute on noisy transit and want to block out the world. The EarFun Air Pro TW230B sits between them, offering decent sound and some noise cancellation for a mid-range price. If you want the cheapest thing that still sounds good, the TOZO Crystal Pods and Baseus Bass BP1 Pro are worth a look, but neither matches the JLab's battery life or comfort scores in our database.

The Go Pop+ also beats most competitors on social proof. Nearly 48,000 reviews with a 4.6 average is a lot of happy customers. The Soundcore P31i has its fans, but the JLab's combination of price, battery, and fit makes it the default budget pick for most people.

At $25 USD, the Go Pop+ is hard to argue with. In Canada, prices range from CAD 18 to CAD 40 across 8 listings, so it's worth shopping around. The best deal we found is at the lower end of that spread, which makes these an even easier recommendation. For comparison, the Anker Space A40 costs significantly more and adds real ANC, but if you don't need noise cancellation, the JLab gets you 80% of the experience for a fraction of the price. The Soundcore P31i is another budget option, but the JLab's battery life and comfort give it an edge for most people.

The JLab Go Pop+ sits in that sweet spot of true wireless earbuds where you're not spending much but still expect the basics done right. At around $25 USD, these are firmly in the budget category, and JLab has packed in a surprising amount for the price. You get Bluetooth 5.3, AAC support, an IPX4 rating, and a charging case with a built-in USB-C cable that folds away. No separate cable to lose, which is a small but genuinely useful touch.

People searching for cheap wireless earbuds usually want to know three things: do they sound decent, will they stay in my ears, and how long does the battery last. The Go Pop+ answers those with a 6mm dynamic driver, a lightweight 8g per bud design, and 9 hours per charge with 35 total from the case. That battery life is well above average for this price range, and the quick charge gives you an hour of playback from 10 minutes plugged in.

Comfort is a real strength here. The Go Pop+ ranks in the 94th percentile for comfort in our database, which means most people find them easy to wear for hours. The social proof is even stronger at the 98th percentile, backed by a 4.6 star rating across nearly 48,000 reviews. People clearly like these things, and many are repeat buyers.

Skip the Go Pop+ if you take a lot of phone calls in noisy places. The call quality score of 57.7 out of 100 is the weakest part of this product, and the mics struggle in loud environments. If you need active noise cancellation for commuting or office use, the Anker Space A40 or EarFun Air Pro TW230B are better fits, though they cost more. Also, if you've had trouble with budget earbuds dying on one side before, the recurring reports of single earbud failure here might give you pause. For reliable calls and ANC, spend a bit more elsewhere.

Should you buy the JLab Go Pop+? If you want reliable true wireless earbuds under $30 and don't need active noise cancellation, yes. The battery life is excellent, the fit is comfortable for most ears, and the sound is better than you'd expect at this price. The built-in charging cable is a genuinely clever feature that removes a common annoyance.

But if you take a lot of calls or need earbuds that block out background noise, look elsewhere. The call quality is the weakest part of this package, and some users report pairing frustrations and one earbud dying prematurely. Those issues don't affect everyone, but they show up enough in reviews to mention. For music, podcasts, and workouts, the Go Pop+ is a steal. For phone calls, it's just okay.