Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO vs JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 79. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset - Great overall at around $130.

On-Ear

Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO

73Great

$150

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On-Ear

JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset

79Great

$130

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Score breakdown

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

JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset leads on 5 of 7 measures.

Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO
JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset

HearWiki score

Sound

7.8

7.4

Noise cancelling

6.5

Battery

9.2

Calls

8.0

Value

8.0

Price (USD)

$150

$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 On-Ear Headset (2024) against Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO (2019). The JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds USB-C.

DT 275 PRO2019
Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset20245 yr newer

What differsDT 275 PROEpic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset

ANC type: None; Hybrid
USB-C: No; Yes

Specifications

DT 275 PROEpic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset

Type: On-Ear; On-Ear
Price (USD): $150; $130
HearWiki score: 73; 79
Released: 2019; 2024
Availability: Still sold new; Still sold new
Driver: 45 mm dynamic; 40 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 45 mm; 40 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Frequency response: 5 Hz - 24 kHz; 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: 45 Ω; 32 Ω
Sensitivity: -; 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
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: 195 g; 128 g
Case weight: -; 80 g
Water resistance: -; none
Foldable: No; -
Detachable cable: Yes; No
USB-C: No; Yes
Pad material: -; leather
Connector: 3.5 mm; USB-C
Microphones: -; 5
Microphone type: -; MEMS
Mic sensitivity: -; -38 dBV
Call noise reduction: -; Yes
Call NR technology: -; 2-mic ENC

Specification comparison of Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO vs JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset
Spec	Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO	JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset
Type	On-Ear	On-Ear
Price (USD)	$150	$130
HearWiki score	73 / 100 Great	79 / 100 Great
Released	2019	2024
Audio
Driver	45 mm dynamic	40 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	45 mm	40 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Frequency response	5 Hz - 24 kHz	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	45 Ω	32 Ω
Sensitivity	-	94 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth	-	5.3
Codecs	-	SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing	-	Yes
Latency	-	50 ms
Wireless range	-	9 m
Battery
Battery life	-	90 h
Battery life (ANC on)	-	60 h
Quick charge	-	10 min → 6 h
Features
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
Design
Weight	195 g	128 g
Case weight	-	80 g
Water resistance	-	none
Foldable	No	-
Detachable cable	Yes	No
USB-C	No	Yes
Pad material	-	leather
Connector	3.5 mm	USB-C
Calls
Microphones	-	5
Microphone type	-	MEMS
Mic sensitivity	-	-38 dBV
Call noise reduction	-	Yes
Call NR technology	-	2-mic ENC

What reviewers said

Beyerdynamic DT 275 PRO

The DT 275 PRO is a closed, wired on-ear headphone engineered for professional monitoring in loud settings, such as DJ booths or live stages. It delivers a punchy, bass-forward sound with strong passive isolation, making it a dependable tool for voice and music monitoring rather than casual listening. Its lightweight build and detachable cable add practical value for on-the-go use.

Pro:Powerful bass response
Pro:Effective passive noise isolation
Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long sessions

Con:Sound signature is bass-heavy, not neutral
Con:No active noise cancellation or wireless features
Con:On-ear design may not suit all-day wear for everyone

JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset

The JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset is a lightweight, versatile option designed for office and remote work, featuring hybrid active noise cancellation, Bluetooth 5.3, and multipoint connectivity. It offers impressive battery endurance, clear call quality with multiple microphones, and a simple button-based control scheme, all wrapped in a comfortable, portable design.

Pro:Exceptional battery life, even with ANC enabled
Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long work sessions
Pro:Hybrid ANC effectively reduces moderate ambient noise

Con:Occasional Bluetooth connectivity quirks reported
Con:No water resistance rating
Con:Limited codec support (only SBC and AAC)

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