True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs JBL Endurance Peak 4: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) - Great overall at around $125.
True Wireless
JBL Endurance Peak 4
72Good
$130
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value7.5
JBL Endurance Peak 4
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery7.5
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | JBL Endurance Peak 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $130 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20-20000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 108 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 48 h |
| Full charge time | - | 120 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 4 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 21 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | 80.5 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP68 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 6 |
What reviewers said
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
These wireless earbuds deliver strong active noise cancellation and a natural-sounding transparency mode, making them a solid pick for Apple users. With around 6 hours of playback per charge and a case that boosts total listening time to 30 hours, they offer dependable daily use. The IP54 rating adds some protection against sweat and splashes, while Bluetooth 5.3 ensures a stable connection for most devices.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Natural transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Pro:Decent battery life with case
- Con:No multipoint connection
- Con:Limited to AAC codec
- Con:No custom EQ in app
JBL Endurance Peak 4
The JBL Endurance Peak 4 are true wireless earbuds designed for tough workouts, featuring adaptive active noise cancellation and an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. They deliver up to 12 hours of playtime on a single charge (8 with ANC) and a total of 48 hours with the charging case. With Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint pairing, and a customizable EQ via the app, they offer solid connectivity and sound personalization for active users.
- Pro:Excellent IP68 water and dust resistance
- Pro:Long battery life with the charging case
- Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency mode available
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:ANC reduces battery life to 8 hours
- Con:Lacks high-resolution codecs like LDAC or aptX
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