True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs JLab JBuds Air Pro: 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 JBuds Air Pro
68Good
$73
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 JBuds Air Pro
Sound6.5
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | JLab JBuds Air Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $73 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 6mm dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 6 mm |
| Driver size | - | 6mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz to 20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 98 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity | - | -38dB ± 1dB |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 200 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 9 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 9 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 36 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | No |
| Companion app | Yes | No |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 5.3 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | 39.1 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP55 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 2 |
| Microphone | - | 2 x MEMS |
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 JBuds Air Pro
The JLab JBuds Air Pro are a wallet-friendly pair of true wireless earbuds that pack in useful conveniences like Bluetooth multipoint and IP55 sweat/water resistance, making them a solid pick for workouts. They offer a long rated battery life with the charging case and a bass-forward sound signature, though they lack active noise cancellation and some premium features. Overall, they deliver dependable basics at a budget price, with easy touch controls and a compact fit.
- Pro:Affordable price with solid core features
- Pro:IP55 sweat and water resistance for workouts
- Pro:Bluetooth multipoint for connecting two devices
- Con:Bass-heavy tuning may overshadow detail
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Measured battery life may fall short of claims
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