JLab JBuds Lux HBJLUXANCRGPH62
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
JLab JBuds Lux HBJLUXANCRGPH62
The JLab Sage noise-canceling headphones are praised for their comfort, long battery life, and effective ANC, making them ideal for workouts and daily use. However, several users report a low microphone volume that hampers call clarity, and a recurring packaging defect causes deformed ear cushions. The lack of a carrying case is also noted as a minor drawback.
Pros
- Comfortable ear cups
- Long battery life
- Effective noise cancellation
- Great sound quality with app EQ
- Seamless multi-device pairing
Cons
- Low microphone volume
- Deformed ear cushions from packaging
- No carrying case included
- Not loud enough for some users
- Occasional Bluetooth glitches
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
The Sony ULT Wear headphones receive generally positive feedback for their powerful bass, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, with many users praising the sound quality and battery life. However, a significant number of reviews report a recurring hinge defect that causes the headphones to break within months, often not covered by warranty, leading to frustration and mixed overall sentiment.
Pros
- Powerful bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality
Cons
- Hinge breaks easily
- Warranty doesn't cover hinge
- Muffled sound without EQ
- Bulky design
- Microphone quality poor
Scores
Specifications
| JLab JBuds Lux HBJLUXANCRGPH62 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.16 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Cloud Foam | thermo-foaming |
| Headband | Plastic, Mesh | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Smart Active Noise Cancelation | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 70 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes = 4 hours playtime | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 600 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | JLab App | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
JLab JBuds Lux HBJLUXANCRGPH62
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
JLab JBuds Lux HBJLUXANCRGPH62 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 43 specs.
