LORELEI QC30
LORELEI
80 Overall Score
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JLab JBuddies Studio 2 HKSTU2RGRYPNK122
JLab
31 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
LORELEI QC30
85 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The Lorelei QC30 Bluetooth headphones are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality and value at around $30. Users highlight deep bass, crisp highs, and effective noise cancellation, with many comparing them favorably to far more expensive brands. Battery life is another standout feature, lasting up to 48 hours of continuous use. Some users note a tight fit for larger heads and minor issues with vocal harshness at high volume, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Deep and punchy bass
- Crisp highs without fatigue
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life (up to 48 hours)
Cons
- Tight fit for larger heads
- Vocal harshness at high volume
- Headband ripples in the middle
- Tones instead of voice prompts
- Sound good but not great for some
Sound quality 12
Value for money 8
Battery life 6
Noise cancellation 5
Comfort 7
Build quality 4
JLab JBuddies Studio 2 HKSTU2RGRYPNK122
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Specifications
| LORELEI QC30 | JLab JBuddies Studio 2 HKSTU2RGRYPNK122 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | protein | Cloud Foam |
| Headband | — | Cloud Foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LORELEI QC30 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, 60H Playtime, Built-in Mic, Wireless Over Ear Headsets with Case,Bluetooth 5.4,Deep Bass Comfort Fit Soft-Earpads Fast Charging -White Smoke | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 min for 4 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Capacity | 800 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
LORELEI QC30
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
JLab JBuddies Studio 2 HKSTU2RGRYPNK122
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
LORELEI QC30
No current pricing available
JLab JBuddies Studio 2 HKSTU2RGRYPNK122
Verdict
Winner: LORELEI QC30
Scores 80 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 29 specs.
