JVC HAFX38MW
The 10mm neodymium drivers deliver powerful sound, while the included memory foam earpieces create a comfortable, secure fit that passively isolates noise. Its 1-button remote and slim, gold-plated plug offer broad compatibility with both iPhone and Android devices. These wired earbuds are best for budget-conscious users who prioritize all-day comfort and a secure fit for casual listening and calls.
form factor in-ear
driver type dynamic
36 Overall Score
Price $15
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong comfort (71th percentile) 71th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (9th percentile)
- Below average sound (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has cooled since launch
Based on 13 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | S, M |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 |
| Impedance | 32 |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | proprietary |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | JVC HAFX38MW | Soundcore Soundcore P31i | JBL Endurance Race Endurance Race 2 | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4i | Nothing Buds Buds 2 | Baseus Bass BP1 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | Dynamic Driver | Dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Wireless | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 6.1 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.4 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 10 | 12 | 9.5 | 13.5 | 12 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 50 | 36 | 40 | 55 | 55 |
| Water Resistance | - | IP55 | IP68 | IP55 | IP55 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | - | - | true | true | false | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JVC HAFX38MW | 29 | 34.8 | 33.5 | 26.8 | 46.4 | 71.3 | 8.5 | 86.6 |
| Soundcore Soundcore P31i Compare | 88.3 | 96.8 | 91 | 96.4 | 93.5 | 71.3 | 84.9 | 86.6 |
| JBL Endurance Race Endurance Race 2 Compare | 88.3 | 89.8 | 98.7 | 44.8 | 88.2 | 93.3 | 96.3 | 66 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4i Compare | 88.3 | 96.8 | 91 | 87.2 | 85.9 | 71.3 | 92.6 | 99.1 |
| Nothing Buds Buds 2 Compare | 92 | 96.8 | 91 | 67 | 96 | 71.3 | 86.9 | 86.6 |
| Baseus Bass BP1 Pro Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 86.8 | 95.5 | 71.3 | 98.4 | 75.5 |
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