True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs JLab Epic Air ANC: 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
JLab Epic Air ANC
68Good
$100
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
JLab Epic Air ANC
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery8.0
Calls6.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | JLab Epic Air ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $100 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2020 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 8 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 110 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Wireless range | - | 9.1 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 48 h |
| Full charge time | - | 180 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | No |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | both | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Siri/Google Assistant |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 7 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | 57 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | none |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | No |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | - | MEMS microphones |
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
JLab Epic Air ANC
The JLab Epic Air ANC delivers a solid budget-friendly introduction to active noise cancellation, with punchy bass and flexible EQ adjustments via the companion app. While its battery life is impressive and value is strong, the noise cancelling and app performance don't consistently match pricier rivals, making it a decent but not top-tier choice.
- Pro:Long battery life with charging case
- Pro:Customizable EQ in app
- Pro:Affordable price point
- Con:ANC and transparency are merely average
- Con:App reliability can be inconsistent
- Con:Only SBC codec support
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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