Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C
Sony
41 Overall Score
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JBL Tour Pro 3
JBL
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C
88 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
Users love these wired USB-C earbuds for their simplicity, comfort, and surprisingly good sound quality for the price. They are praised as a reliable backup or primary option for those who prefer not to charge headphones, with clear call quality and effective passive noise isolation. A few minor drawbacks include the lack of noise-canceling tech and the need to manage a cable, but overall they are seen as excellent value.
Pros
- Great sound quality for the price
- Comfortable and lightweight design
- No need to charge
- Clear call quality
- Effective passive noise isolation
Cons
- No noise-canceling technology
- Cable tangling issues
- Occupies USB-C port while in use
- Not premium sound quality
- Limited to wired use
Sound quality 7
Value for money 6
Comfort and fit 5
No charging needed 4
Call quality 4
Noise isolation 3
JBL Tour Pro 3
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C | JBL Tour Pro 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | in-ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L, XL | 5 Sizes + Foam Tip Pair |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.08 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 104 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Sony IER-EX15C USB-C Plug, Wired in-Ear Headphones for iPhone and Android Phones, with Built-in Multi-Function Button, Volume and Mic Control, Supports USB Audio Class 1.0 Devices, White | LDAC |
| Surround | — | JBL Tour Pro 3 - True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds with Smart Charging Case, Legendary Pro Sound with Hybrid Dual-Driver, Spatial 360 Sound with Head Tracking (Latte) | JBL | JBL Tour Pro 3 | 3 | |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6, HFP 1.8 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Range | — | 4.599999904632568 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 Minutes for 3 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 850 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | JBL Headphones |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average connectivity (25th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
JBL Tour Pro 3
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C0.136score per dollar
vs
JBL Tour Pro 30.017score per dollar
Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C offers 8.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: JBL Tour Pro 3
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 22 of 41 specs.
