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Beats Mixr vs JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Beats Mixr vs JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Beats Mixr
  • JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless
HearWiki score
-
78
Sound
-
7.4
Noise cancelling
-
6.5
Battery
-
9.2
Calls
-
8.0
Value
-
8.0
Price (USD)
$240
$130

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?

Half a step newer

JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless (2024) against Beats Mixr (2013). The JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • Mixr2013
  • Epic Work ANC Wireless202411 yr newer
What differsMixrEpic Work ANC Wireless

Platform

ANC type
None
Hybrid

Specifications

MixrEpic Work ANC Wireless
Type
On-Ear
On-Ear
Price (USD)
$240
$130
HearWiki score
Not scored
78
Released
2013
2024
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
2× 40 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
bass-heavy
-
Impedance
40 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
115 dB/mW
94 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Latency
-
50 ms
Wireless range
-
9 m
Battery life
-
90 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
60 h
Full charge time
-
60 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 6 h
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
buttons
buttons
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
210 g
128 g
Water resistance
-
none
Foldable
Yes
No
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
-
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Microphones
1
5
Mic sensitivity
-
-38 dBV
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
2-mic ENC

What reviewers said

Beats Mixr

The Beats Mixr are wired, on-ear DJ headphones from 2013, built with 40mm dynamic drivers to deliver a bass-heavy sound profile suited for loud monitoring and casual listening. They feature a foldable, robust design with detachable cables and button controls, making them a portable option for DJs, though they lack active noise cancellation and are not ideal for critical production work.

  • Pro:Bass-heavy, lively sound signature
  • Pro:Foldable, durable build for portability
  • Pro:Detachable cable for easy replacement
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Bass-heavy tuning not suited for accurate production
  • Con:Wired-only connectivity limits flexibility

JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless

The JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless is a budget-friendly on-ear headset built for long workdays, combining hybrid active noise cancellation with a clear transparency mode for staying aware. Its standout 60-hour ANC battery life, solid call quality via five mics, and multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity make it a practical choice for office or remote use. While it lacks water resistance and folding hinges, its comfort and feature-packed design earn it strong marks for the price.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life with ANC on
  • Pro:Effective hybrid noise cancellation
  • Pro:Clear microphone for calls
  • Con:No water resistance
  • Con:Not foldable for easy transport
  • Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs

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