Over-Ear
AKG K72
72Good
$29
Full review dataAKG K72 vs JLab JBuddies Folding: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the AKG K72 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 72. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: AKG K72 - Good overall at around $29.
Over-Ear
JLab JBuddies Folding
68Good
$20
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
AKG K72
Sound6.5
Value8.0
JLab JBuddies Folding
Sound6.0
Battery7.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | AKG K72 | JLab JBuddies Folding |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $29 | $20 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2018 | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 40mm | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | - |
| Frequency response | 16Hz-20kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 85 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 13 h |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Controls | buttons | buttons |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 200 g | 95 g |
| Foldable | - | Yes |
| Detachable cable | No | Yes |
| USB-C | No | - |
What reviewers said
AKG K72
The AKG K72 is a budget-friendly closed-back headphone designed for home and studio use, offering a comfortable fit and a wide soundstage for its price. It is easy to drive with most devices, though its long fixed cable and slightly colored midrange may limit portability and critical listening.
- Pro:Comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Easy to drive from phones and laptops
- Pro:Wide, spacious sound for the price
- Con:Long, non-detachable cable is awkward for on-the-go use
- Con:Midrange coloration can affect accuracy
- Con:Not ideal for professional critical listening
JLab JBuddies Folding
These budget-friendly over-ear headphones are designed with young listeners in mind, featuring a built-in volume cap to help protect hearing. They offer a lightweight, foldable build with a detachable cable, making them easy to pack for travel or school. While the sound is basic and wired-only, the long battery life when used with an optional Bluetooth adapter adds practical value for families.
- Pro:Volume-limited to 85dB for safer listening
- Pro:Lightweight and foldable for easy portability
- Pro:Detachable cable adds durability and flexibility
- Con:Sound quality is basic with limited detail
- Con:No built-in Bluetooth or multipoint support
- Con:Sensitivity is low, requiring more power from devices
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