True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs JLab JBuds Pods 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 JBuds Pods ANC
72Good
$65
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 Pods ANC
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery8.5
Calls6.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | JLab JBuds Pods ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $65 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Driver size | - | 11mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20-20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 98 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dB ±1 dB |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 200 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 9.14 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 7 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 56 h |
| Full charge time | - | 120 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | 3-mic ENC |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| 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 | 8.8 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP55 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 3-mic ENC |
| Microphone | - | 6 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 Pods ANC
These budget-friendly wireless earbuds pack a punch with hybrid active noise cancellation, a lengthy battery life, and handy extras like multipoint pairing and wireless charging. While the sound quality is decent for the price, it's not exceptional, and the overall build feels more functional than premium, making them a solid value pick for gym-goers or commuters on a tight budget. Their secure fit and robust feature set often outweigh the average audio performance, especially when found on sale.
- Pro:Excellent battery life with the charging case
- Pro:Secure, gym-friendly fit
- Pro:Useful features like multipoint and wireless charging
- Con:Sound quality is average at best
- Con:Not a premium feel or finish
- Con:ANC performance is modest
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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