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DFOI AirBuds/ M72C TWS vs JLab Go Pods ANC: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the JLab Go Pods ANC comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: JLab Go Pods ANC - Outstanding overall at around $30.

Score breakdown

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

JLab Go Pods ANC leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • DFOI AirBuds/ M72C TWS
  • JLab Go Pods ANC
HearWiki score
38
82
Sound
4.2
7.5
Noise cancelling
-
7.1
Battery
2.8
6.6
Calls
6.0
7.1
Value
-
9.8
Price (USD)
$15
$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?

New platform

JLab Go Pods ANC (2024) against DFOI AirBuds/ M72C TWS (2019). The JLab Go Pods ANC is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.0, Top codec AAC against SBC and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing and Water resistance IP55 against IPX5.

  • AirBuds/ M72C TWS2019
  • Go Pods ANC20245 yr newer
What differsAirBuds/ M72C TWSGo Pods ANC

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
5.4
Top codec
SBC
AAC
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX5
IP55

Specifications

AirBuds/ M72C TWSGo Pods ANC
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$15
$30
HearWiki score
38
82
Released
2019
2024
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
-
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
-
10 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
99 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.0
5.4
Codecs
SBC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
-
200 ms
Wireless range
-
9 m
Battery life
3 h
-
Battery life (ANC on)
-
5 h
Battery incl. case
15 h
26 h
Full charge time
-
120 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 1 h
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
-
8.4 g
Case weight
-
27.6 g
Water resistance
IPX5
IP55
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
-
Yes
Microphones
-
4
Microphone type
-
MEMS
Mic sensitivity
-
-38 dBV

What reviewers said

DFOI AirBuds/ M72C TWS

These budget true wireless earbuds prioritize a punchy, bass-forward sound signature that will appeal to fans of a thumping low-end. While their design feels dated and bulky, they deliver reliable pairing, stable connectivity, and surprisingly clear call quality for the price. With an IPX5 rating and a compact case, they're a straightforward option for bass lovers on a tight budget.

  • Pro:Strong bass-heavy sound for low-end lovers
  • Pro:Reliable Bluetooth 5.0 pairing and stable connection
  • Pro:Good call quality for the price
  • Con:Bulkier, dated design that sticks out from ears
  • Con:Only SBC codec support
  • Con:Battery life is short at 3 hours per charge

JLab Go Pods ANC

These budget true wireless earbuds deliver a surprisingly robust feature set for the price, including hybrid active noise cancellation, wireless charging, and multipoint connectivity. Sound leans slightly bass-heavy but remains clear and engaging, while the companion app offers a custom EQ to tailor the audio to your liking. They're a strong value pick, though battery life is shorter than some rivals and call quality has some limitations.

  • Pro:Excellent value for the price
  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the cost
  • Pro:Useful app with custom EQ
  • Con:Bass-heavy sound may not suit purists
  • Con:Battery life is below average for the class
  • Con:Call quality is mediocre in noisy settings

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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