Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
Audio-Technica
81 Overall Score
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JLab Epic Lux HBELUXLABBLK5WEB
JLab
76 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
78 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT is widely praised for its exceptional battery life, comfort, and solid sound quality at an affordable price. While the noise cancellation is not the strongest, it effectively blocks fan noise and is competitive for the price. Some users report ear sweating and cramped ear pads, and a few found the sound flat or muddy. Overall, it is seen as a great all-rounder for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable for long wear
- Good sound quality for the price
- Physical buttons instead of touch controls
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Ear sweating after 15 minutes
- Cramped ear pads for some
- No carrying case included
- Noise cancellation not the strongest
- Sound can be flat or muddy
Battery life 6
Comfort 5
Sound quality 7
Noise cancellation 5
Build quality 4
Value for money 5
JLab Epic Lux HBELUXLABBLK5WEB
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT | JLab Epic Lux HBELUXLABBLK5WEB | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.95 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | Faux Leather |
| Headband | — | Metal, Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 32 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 45 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | 96 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | JLab Epic Lux Lab Edition ANC Wireless Headphones, 90+ Hour Battery, Adaptive Noise Cancelling, Spatial Audio with Head Tracking, Bluetooth Multipoint, Wireless Charging, Graphite |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | digital hybrid | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | HSP / HFP / A2DP / AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 90 hrs | 90 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3 Minutes for 2.5 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Jlab App |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
JLab Epic Lux HBELUXLABBLK5WEB
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT1.025score per dollar
vs
JLab Epic Lux HBELUXLABBLK5WEB0.431score per dollar
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
Scores 81 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 42 specs.
