True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$120
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs JLab Epic Pods: 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 Pods
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 Pods
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery8.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | JLab Epic Pods |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $120 | $100 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 100 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 6.1 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 6.1 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 200 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 9.1 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 16 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 13 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 60 h |
| Full charge time | - | 120 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 3 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | 10.9 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | 45.4 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP55 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | 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
JLab Epic Pods
The JLab Epic Pods are feature-packed true wireless earbuds that offer adaptive noise cancellation, a lengthy 12-hour single charge (13 with ANC off), and a total of 60 hours with the charging case. They support high-quality LDAC and AAC codecs, Bluetooth 6.1 with multipoint, and include a hybrid driver setup for detailed sound. With IP55 water resistance and touch controls, they're a versatile choice for daily use at a mid-range price.
- Pro:Excellent battery life with 60 total hours
- Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency mode
- Pro:LDAC support for high-res audio
- Con:Slightly heavy at 10.9g per bud
- Con:No dedicated low-latency mode (200ms)
- Con:Range is modest at 9.1 meters
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