On-Ear
Beats EP
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$20
Full review dataBeats EP vs JLab JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones: which should you buy?
Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Beats EP vs JLab JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.
On-Ear
JLab JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones
81Outstanding
$30
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
JLab JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones leads on 5 of 6 measures.
- Beats EP
- JLab JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones
HearWiki score
-
81
Sound
-
6.4
Battery
-
9.0
Calls
-
6.2
Value
-
9.0
Price (USD)
$20
$30
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Same generation
The JLab JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones is 8 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the JLab JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones adds USB-C, Custom EQ and Companion app. For 8 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- EP2016
- JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones20248 yr newer
What differsEPJBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- No
- Yes
- Companion app
- No
- Yes
Everyday features
Specifications
EPJBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones
- Type
- On-Ear
- On-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $20
- $30
- HearWiki score
- Not scored
- 81
- Released
- 2016
- 2024
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 40 mm dynamic
- 40 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 40 mm
- 40 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Impedance
- 31.6 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 102.4 dB/mW
- -
- Bluetooth
- -
- 5.3
- Codecs
- -
- SBC, AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- -
- No
- Wireless range
- -
- 9 m
- Battery life
- -
- 70 h
- Full charge time
- -
- 180 min
- Wireless charging
- -
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- ANC type
- none
- none
- Transparency mode
- No
- No
- Companion app
- No
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- No
- Yes
- Wear detection
- No
- No
- Controls
- both
- buttons
- Voice assistant
- Siri
- -
- Weight
- 227 g
- 150 g
- Water resistance
- none
- -
- Foldable
- No
- -
- Detachable cable
- No
- -
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
- Microphones
- 1
- 1
- Microphone type
- -
- MEMS
- Mic sensitivity
- -
- -42 dBV
What reviewers said
Beats EP
The Beats EP are lightweight, wired on-ear headphones that rely on plush ear pads for passive sound isolation rather than active noise cancellation. They offer a straightforward, app-free experience with a single-button remote for call and track control, making them a budget-friendly option for listeners who prefer a simple analog connection.
- Pro:Passive noise isolation via padded ear cups
- Pro:Lightweight design at 227 grams
- Pro:Simple wired connection with inline remote
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:No foldable design for portability
- Con:Lacks app support and custom EQ
JLab JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones
The JLab JBuddies Studio 2 Wireless Kids Headphones are a budget-friendly on-ear option designed with safety and convenience in mind, featuring volume limiting and a remarkably long battery life. They offer a straightforward wireless experience with Bluetooth 5.3, a built-in mic, and a simple button control scheme, making them a practical choice for younger listeners. While they perform well for their intended audience, the fit may be snug for older kids, which can impact comfort and sound isolation.
- Pro:Volume limiting for hearing safety
- Pro:Exceptional 70-hour battery life
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for younger kids
- Con:Ear cups may feel small for older children
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Plastic build feels less durable than premium options
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