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Edifier X3 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.

  • Edifier X3
  • JLab Go Pods ANC
HearWiki score
57
82
Sound
6.4
7.5
Noise cancelling
-
7.1
Battery
5.5
6.6
Calls
5.4
7.1
Value
4.0
9.8
Price (USD)
$25
$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?

Mixed generations

JLab Go Pods ANC (2024) against Edifier X3 (2020). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Edifier X3 brings Top codec aptX against AAC, while the JLab Go Pods ANC answers with Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.0 and ANC type Hybrid against None. The JLab Go Pods ANC answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing.

  • X32020
  • Go Pods ANC20244 yr newer
What differsX3Go Pods ANC

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
5.4
Top codec
aptX
AAC
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C, Water resistance.

Specifications

X3Go Pods ANC
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$25
$30
HearWiki score
57
82
Released
2020
2024
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
6 mm dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
6 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
95 dB/mW
99 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.0
5.4
Codecs
SBC, aptX
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
-
200 ms
Wireless range
10 m
9 m
Battery life
6 h
-
Battery life (ANC on)
-
5 h
Battery incl. case
24 h
26 h
Full charge time
90 min
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
33 g
8.4 g
Case weight
-
27.6 g
Water resistance
IP55
IP55
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
1
4
Microphone type
-
MEMS
Mic sensitivity
-
-38 dBV

What reviewers said

Edifier X3

The Edifier X3 offers a compact design and comfortable fit at a very low price, delivering solid sound with aptX support and around six hours of playtime per charge. Its IP55 rating and touch controls add practical value, though opinions vary on its overall performance, with some critics finding it lacking compared to rivals. For the cost, it provides a decent set of core features for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Compact and comfortable fit
  • Pro:Supports aptX for better audio quality
  • Pro:Decent 6-hour battery life with 24 hours total
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No multipoint connection
  • Con:Sound quality may not impress all listeners

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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