JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5B
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5B
These budget earbuds are praised for their surprisingly good sound quality, especially deep bass and clear highs, given the low price. Many users highlight their decent durability for daily abuse, though they are not audiophile-grade. A common complaint is the lack of a microphone, which some expected. Overall, they are seen as excellent value for money, with several repeat buyers.
Pros
- Surprisingly good sound quality for price
- Deep and rich bass
- Clear highs
- Decent durability for daily abuse
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- No microphone included
- Not audiophile-grade sound
- Durability could be better (lasts 3-4 months)
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5B | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | neodymium | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | JVC HAFX5B Headphones,Olive Black | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5B
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5B offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 28 specs.
