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FiiO EH13 vs JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the FiiO EH13 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: FiiO EH13 - Outstanding overall at around $50.

Score breakdown

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

FiiO EH13 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • FiiO EH13
  • JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones
HearWiki score
86
69
Sound
8.0
6.4
Noise cancelling
8.0
6.3
Battery
10.0
9.4
Calls
8.0
6.0
Value
10.0
8.2
Price (USD)
$50
$50

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

FiiO EH13 (2026) against JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones (2024). The FiiO EH13 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Top codec LDAC against AAC.

  • EH1320262 yr newer
  • Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones2024
What differsEH13Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones

Platform

Top codec
LDAC
AAC

Level on: ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Companion app.

Specifications

EH13Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$50
$50
HearWiki score
86
69
Released
2026
2024
Availability
Sold new
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 - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
16 Ω
Sensitivity
-
104 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.4
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
200 ms
Wireless range
-
9 m
Battery life
75 h
70 h
Battery life (ANC on)
45 h
40 h
Full charge time
120 min
150 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 7 h
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
buttons
buttons
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
278 g
196 g
Water resistance
-
IPX4
Foldable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Pad material
-
leather
Microphones
5
5
Microphone type
-
MEMS
Mic sensitivity
-
-32 dBV
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
3-mic ENC

What reviewers said

FiiO EH13

The FiiO EH13 is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone with 40mm dynamic drivers and hybrid active noise cancellation. It offers impressive battery life, LDAC support, and a foldable design, making it a versatile option for everyday use. App control and multipoint connectivity add to its convenience.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 75 hours
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-quality wireless audio
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium
  • Con:No aptX codec support
  • Con:Controls are button-based only

JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones

The JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones deliver an impressive mix of comfort and features at a budget-friendly price, with hybrid active noise cancellation, multipoint Bluetooth 5.4, and a remarkable 70-hour battery life (40 hours with ANC on). Their plush fit and customizable EQ make them a strong everyday option, though bass response and transparency mode performance leave a bit to be desired.

  • Pro:Exceptional battery life of up to 70 hours
  • Pro:Very comfortable for extended wear
  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Con:Bass performance is somewhat underwhelming
  • Con:Transparency (Be Aware) mode is less effective
  • Con:Controls are button-based, no touch gestures

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

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