Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+
JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+
The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+ earbuds receive generally positive feedback for their excellent bass-heavy sound quality, comfortable lightweight design, and compact charging case. However, some users report fit issues, ear fatigue during extended wear, and a few experienced charging defects or mediocre sound. The app and features like ANC and multipoint connectivity are appreciated, though the price is considered slightly high by some.
Pros
- Excellent bass-heavy sound quality
- Lightweight and comfortable design
- Compact charging case
- Good battery life
- Effective ANC and hear-through modes
Cons
- Fit issues for some users
- Ear fatigue during extended wear
- Charging defects reported
- Mediocre sound for some
- Price considered slightly high
JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
The JLab JBuds Pods ANC earbuds are highly praised for their excellent value, offering a rich feature set at a budget-friendly price. Users consistently highlight the comfortable fit, long battery life, and good sound quality, though some note the ANC is decent but not top-tier. The JLab app adds customization options like EQ and touch controls, and features like wireless charging and multipoint Bluetooth are well-received. A few users mention the need to select the right ear tips for optimal sound and a minor app pairing quirk.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality
- Wireless charging support
Cons
- ANC is decent but not top-tier
- Earbuds may fall out during activity
- App pairing quirk on iPhone
- Short USB-C cable included
- Need to select correct ear tips for optimal sound
Scores
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+ | JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | stem |
| Ear Tips | Extra Small, Small, Medium, and Large | 3 sets of gel tips |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.12 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 100 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 8 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6.5 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 0.16699999570846558 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 11 hrs | 56 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | A-T Connect | Jlab App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong sound (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average battery (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+
JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 40 specs.
