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Grado SR225e vs JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Grado SR225e 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.

  • Grado SR225e
  • 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)
$200
$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 Grado SR225e (2018). The JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • SR225e2018
  • Epic Work ANC Wireless20246 yr newer
What differsSR225eEpic Work ANC Wireless

Platform

ANC type
None
Hybrid

Specifications

SR225eEpic Work ANC Wireless
Type
On-Ear
On-Ear
Price (USD)
$200
$130
HearWiki score
Not scored
78
Released
2018
2024
Availability
Discontinued
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 - 22 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
warm
-
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
98 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
none
buttons
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
357 g
128 g
Water resistance
-
none
Foldable
-
No
USB-C
-
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Microphones
-
5
Mic sensitivity
-
-38 dBV
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
2-mic ENC

What reviewers said

Grado SR225e

The Grado SR225e is an open-back, on-ear wired headphone that delivers a lively, detailed performance with an impressively wide and airy soundstage. Its warm overall tuning is paired with a forward treble that can be sharp on certain tracks, and the foam pads may feel stiff during extended listening sessions.

  • Pro:Open-back design creates a spacious, immersive soundstage
  • Pro:Crisp, revealing detail across the frequency range
  • Pro:Warm signature adds body to vocals and instruments
  • Con:Treble can come across as harsh or sibilant at times
  • Con:Foam earpads are not very plush for long wear
  • Con:No inline controls or cable microphone

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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