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AKG K450 vs JLab JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the JLab JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 77. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: JLab JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones - Great overall at around $19.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

JLab JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones leads on 3 of 5 measures.

  • AKG K450
  • JLab JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones
HearWiki score
67
77
Sound
6.7
6.3
Calls
-
6.0
Value
-
8.6
Price (USD)
$10
$19

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

The JLab JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones is 6 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the JLab JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones adds USB-C. For 6 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • K4502018
  • JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones20246 yr newer
What differsK450JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones

Everyday features

USB-C
No
Yes

Specifications

K450JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones
Type
On-Ear
On-Ear
Price (USD)
$10
$19
HearWiki score
67
77
Released
2018
2024
Availability
Still sold new
Still sold new
Driver
dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
-
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
11 Hz - 29.5 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
126 dB/mW
-
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
126
-
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
-
SBC
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Battery life
-
65 h
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Companion app
-
No
Custom EQ
-
No
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
buttons
Weight
120 g
139 g
Water resistance
-
none
Foldable
Yes
Yes
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
No
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Microphones
-
1
Microphone type
-
MEMS
Mic sensitivity
-
-42 dBV

What reviewers said

AKG K450

The AKG K450 is a compact, foldable on-ear headphone that prioritizes portability, featuring a detachable cable and a sturdy build. Its sound is lively and energetic, offering punchy bass and good detail, though it may not deliver the most neutral or expansive presentation. It remains a solid budget choice for travel and everyday listening.

  • Pro:Compact, foldable design with detachable cable
  • Pro:Energetic, punchy sound with strong bass impact
  • Pro:Very well built and comfortable for on-ear use
  • Con:Sound can be slightly muddy on complex tracks
  • Con:Soundstage is not especially wide
  • Con:Treble may lack refinement for critical listeners

JLab JBuddies Studio 2 On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones

The JLab JBuddies Studio 2 is a budget-friendly on-ear headphone designed for younger listeners, combining a durable, adjustable build with a volume-limiting feature to protect hearing. It offers a lengthy 65-hour battery life on a single charge and simple button controls, making it a practical choice for kids' daily use at school or home. While it lacks advanced extras like noise cancellation or multipoint pairing, its lightweight and foldable design adds to its portability and ease of use for children.

  • Pro:Long 65-hour battery life
  • Pro:Volume-limiting feature for hearing safety
  • Pro:Lightweight and foldable for portability
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No multipoint pairing
  • Con:Lacks water resistance

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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