JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124
Apple 17e 17 16
What Buyers Say
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
Apple 17e 17 16
These USB-C earbuds are generally well-liked for their comfortable fit and clear sound quality, especially for the price. Many users find them a great alternative to traditional earbuds that don't seal well, and they work seamlessly with various devices like iPhones, MacBooks, and Samsung tablets. However, a few reviewers noted issues with cheap build quality, crackling sound, and overly sensitive noise-cancellation that picks up breathing. Overall, they offer good value for everyday use, though not premium performance.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Clear sound quality
- Good value for price
- Seamless device compatibility
- Secure in-ear seal
Cons
- Cheap build quality
- Crackling sound issues
- Overly sensitive noise-cancellation
- Cannot charge while using
- Not premium performance
Scores
Specifications
| JLab Jbuds Pods EBJBPODSRBLK124 | Apple 17e 17 16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | stem | — |
| Ear Tips | 3 sets of gel tips | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.12 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 14.199999809265137 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | iPhone 17e 17 16 USB C Wired Headphones with Microphone, Noise Cancelling Earbuds USBC for iPhone 16e Pro Max 15 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Bud Ultra Apple Wired Ear Buds in-Ear Type C Plug Earphones Mic |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 0.16699999570846558 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 2 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 56 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Siri, Gemini, Bixby |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Jlab App | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | — |
Pros & Cons
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
Apple 17e 17 16
- Strong sound (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Apple 17e 17 16 offers 4.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 33 specs.
