Over-Ear
Austrian Audio Hi-X15
84Great
$149
Full review dataAustrian Audio Hi-X15 vs JLab JBuds Lux ANC Headphones Cloud: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Austrian Audio Hi-X15 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Austrian Audio Hi-X15 - Great overall at around $149.
Over-Ear
JLab JBuds Lux ANC Headphones Cloud
76Great
$80
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Austrian Audio Hi-X15
Sound8.5
Value9.0
JLab JBuds Lux ANC Headphones Cloud
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery9.0
Calls6.5
Value8.5
Specifications
| Spec | Austrian Audio Hi-X15 | JLab JBuds Lux ANC Headphones Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $149 | $80 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 76 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 40mm dynamic |
| Driver size | 44 mm | 40 mm |
| Driver size | - | 40mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 12Hz-24kHz | 20-20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 25 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB/mW | 98 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | 113 | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.3 |
| Codecs | - | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 200 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 9.1 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 70 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 40 h |
| Full charge time | - | 150 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 7.5 h |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | 3-mic ENC |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Voice assistant | - | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 255 g | 235 g |
| Water resistance | - | none |
| Foldable | Yes | - |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 5 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 3-mic ENC |
| Microphone | - | 5 x condenser |
What reviewers said
Austrian Audio Hi-X15
The Austrian Hi-X15 is a wired over-ear headphone that brings studio-grade clarity and detail to a budget-friendly price point. Its lightweight, foldable build and low-impedance design make it a practical choice for on-the-go engineers, while the 44mm dynamic drivers deliver a balanced, revealing sound that suits tracking and mixing tasks. It offers impressive value for those seeking transparent monitoring without breaking the bank.
- Pro:Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Pro:Lightweight and foldable for portability
- Pro:Easy to drive with low impedance and high sensitivity
- Con:Lacks Bluetooth or multipoint connectivity
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Some technical specifications are not fully disclosed
JLab JBuds Lux ANC Headphones Cloud
These budget wireless over-ears combine hybrid active noise cancellation with a lengthy 40-hour battery life, making them a solid pick for commutes and long listening sessions. They feature 40mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, and a bass-forward sound signature, plus a foldable design and custom EQ for added versatility. While they excel on value and core features, they skip premium extras like water resistance, wear detection, and higher-quality codecs beyond SBC and AAC.
- Pro:Long 40-hour battery life with ANC on
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Pro:Comfortable cloud foam cushions
- Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs, no LDAC
- Con:No water resistance rating
- Con:Lacks wear detection and carrying case
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