TOZO HT226
JBL Live 770NC
What Buyers Say
TOZO HT226
The Tozo noise-cancelling headphones are widely praised for their exceptional value, offering premium features like active noise cancellation, long battery life (claimed 60 hours), and comfortable design at a fraction of the cost of competitors. Users highlight the effective ANC that blocks out household noise, mowers, and airplane hum, along with a user-friendly app for EQ adjustments. Minor criticisms include button placement that can accidentally toggle ANC and a slightly lower real-world battery life than advertised.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life (up to 60 hours)
- Comfortable ear cups for extended wear
- User-friendly app with EQ adjustments
Cons
- Button placement can accidentally toggle ANC
- Real-world battery life lower than claimed (40-45 hours)
- Pleather material not ideal for sweat
- No LDAC or aptX HD codec support
- Slightly struggles with high-pitch sounds
JBL Live 770NC
The JBL Live 770NC headphones are generally well-received, with many users praising the sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life. Noise cancellation is often highlighted as effective, though some users found it inconsistent or less powerful than expected. A few complaints mention ear discomfort for larger ears, connectivity issues, and durability concerns, but the overall sentiment is positive.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Effective noise cancellation
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Ear discomfort for large ears
- Inconsistent noise cancellation
- Connectivity issues
- Durability concerns
- Lack of bass over Bluetooth
Scores
Specifications
| TOZO HT226 | JBL Live 770NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather | Soft ear cushions |
| Headband | — | fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 115 dB★ | 100 dB |
| Max SPL | — | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | TOZO Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth Headset, 60H Playtime, Hi-Res Audio Custom EQ via App Deep Bass Comfort Fit Ear Cups, for Home Office Travel | SBC, AAC, LE Audio |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP 1.4, HFP 1.8, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2192000150680542 m |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs | 65 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | — | 5min=4hrs |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 850 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | TOZO App | JBL Headphones |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
TOZO HT226
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
JBL Live 770NC
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 43 specs.