JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
Apple SL-02
What Buyers Say
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
Apple SL-02
These earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their sound quality and value, with many users praising the crisp audio and affordability. However, some reviews mention durability issues, microphone problems, and occasional defects like one earbud not working. Overall, they are seen as a good budget option, especially for children or casual listening.
Pros
- Great sound quality for the price
- Crisp and clear audio
- Good value and affordability
- Suitable for children
- Comfortable fit
Cons
- Microphone too far from mouth
- Durability issues over time
- Some units arrive defective
- One earbud may stop working
- Microphone may not function
Scores
Specifications
| JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124 | Apple SL-02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | stem | in ear |
| Ear Tips | 3 sets of gel tips | — |
| Weight | 0.12 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 3.5 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 5 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | 2 Pack-Headphones Wired/iPhone Earbuds with 3.5mm Earphones Wired[MFi Certified] (Built-in Microphone & Volume Control) Compatible for iPhone/iPad/iPod/PC, MP3/4, Android Most 3.5mm Audio Devices |
| 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★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 56 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | 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 | IP55 | — |
Pros & Cons
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
Apple SL-02
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 35 specs.