JVC Gumy HAFX7AN
Anker Soundcore V20i
What Buyers Say
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN
The JVC Gumy Plus earbuds are widely praised for their comfort, especially for children or adults with small ears, and for delivering clear, crisp sound at an affordable price. Many users report excellent durability, with some lasting years of daily use. A few reviewers note the lack of inline controls and that audio quality is not as good as some competitors in the same price range, but overall the value is considered outstanding.
Pros
- Comfortable fit for small ears
- Clear and crisp sound quality
- Excellent value for money
- Durable build lasting years
- Lightweight and portable
Cons
- No inline controls
- Audio quality not as good as some competitors
- Weak wiring joints reported
- Requires adjustment for good seal
- No microphone on some models
Anker Soundcore V20i
The Soundcore V20i open-ear headphones are widely praised for their comfort, lightweight design, and excellent sound quality for the price. Users appreciate the secure fit, easy pairing with multiple devices, and the ability to stay aware of surroundings. A few note that bass could be stronger and the design is somewhat bulky, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Lightweight design
- Excellent sound quality for price
- Easy pairing with multiple devices
- Good for calls and meetings
Cons
- Weak bass response
- Bulky design
- No noise isolation
- Challenging with glasses
Scores
Specifications
| JVC Gumy HAFX7AN | Anker Soundcore V20i | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | open-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | s |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.08 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9 mm | 16 mm★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 11 Ω |
| Codecs | JVC Gumy in Ear Earbud Headphones, Powerful Sound, Comfortable and Secure Fit, Silicone Ear Pieces S/M/L - HAFX7G Green | IP55 & Sweatproof, Customized lights, 4-Mic For Clear Calls, Sports & Exercise, Playtime: 8/36H |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 36 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
JVC Gumy HAFX7AN
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Anker Soundcore V20i
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Anker Soundcore V20i offers 3.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 74 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 28 specs.
