JVC Sport HAEC25TW
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
JVC Sport HAEC25TW
The JVC HAEC25TB earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and long battery life, with some calling them amazing for the price. However, a significant number of verified buyers report that one earbud (usually the left) stops working after a few months, and customer support is poor. The case design and lack of battery indicator are also common complaints.
Pros
- Good sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Secure ear hook design
- Good value for money
Cons
- Left earbud stops working after months
- Poor customer support
- Cheap and bulky case
- No battery indicator on case
- Touch controls only
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| JVC Sport HAEC25TW | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.14 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | — | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | JVC Sport True Wireless Earbuds Headphones, Lightweight and Compact, Long Battery Life (up to 30 Hours), Sound with Neodymium Magnet Driver, Water Resistance (IPX5) - HAEC25TW (White) | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs | 37 hrs★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
JVC Sport HAEC25TW
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
JVC Sport HAEC25TW offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 27 specs.
