JBL Junior 320
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
What Buyers Say
JBL Junior 320
Overall, the JBL Junior 320 wired headphones are well-received by parents, who praise their comfort, sound quality, and kid-friendly design. The volume-limiting feature is appreciated for hearing protection, and the wired connection is a plus for some. Minor criticisms include small ear covers and unanswered questions about adjustability and compatibility.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Good sound quality
- Volume limiting for hearing protection
- Wired connection
- Kid-friendly design
Cons
- Ear covers small
- Unanswered questions about adjustability
- Unanswered questions about compatibility
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
The CMF by Nothing headphones are widely praised for their exceptional value at around $80, offering premium build quality, comfortable fit, and impressive sound with deep bass and clear mids/highs. Active noise cancellation is effective for the price, though not top-tier, and battery life is excellent. Minor drawbacks include a soft carrying pouch instead of a hard case, a slightly bulky design, and a volume scroll wheel that adjusts in 6% increments. Overall, users strongly recommend them as a budget-friendly alternative to high-end models like Sony XM4/XM5.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Premium build quality and design
- Comfortable for long wear
- Deep, punchy bass with clear mids/highs
- Effective ANC for the price
Cons
- Soft carrying pouch instead of hard case
- Slightly bulky design
- Volume wheel adjusts in 6% increments
- ANC not top-tier
- Cushioning may lose shape over time
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Junior 320 | Nothing Headphone Pro B175 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Ear Cushion | 12mm Thick Soft Pad | memory foam |
| Headband | 12mm thick soft pad | cap-friendly |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 34 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 78 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 mins for up to 4 hrs of playtime |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 3★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Fast Pair & Microsoft Swift Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | — | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
JBL Junior 320
- Strong affordability (74th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (33rd percentile)
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Headphone Pro B175 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 83 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 34 specs.
