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Havit H2016d vs JLab JBuddies Play Gaming Kids Headset: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the JLab JBuddies Play Gaming Kids Headset comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 68. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: JLab JBuddies Play Gaming Kids Headset - Good overall at around $30.

Score breakdown

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

Havit H2016d
Sound6.0
Calls4.5
Value7.0
JLab JBuddies Play Gaming Kids Headset
Sound6.0
Battery7.0
Calls5.0
Value7.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of Havit H2016d vs JLab JBuddies Play Gaming Kids Headset
SpecHavit H2016dJLab JBuddies Play Gaming Kids Headset
TypeGamingGaming
Price (USD)$17$30
HearWiki score58 / 100 · Average68 / 100 · Good
Released2024-
Audio
Driver50mmdynamic
Driver size50 mm40 mm
Drivers per side21
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance32 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity108 dB/mW-
Wireless
Bluetooth-5.0
Bluetooth version-5
CodecsSBCSBC, AAC, MPEG-2
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Latency-60 ms
Wireless range-9.14 m
Battery
Battery life-22 h
Full charge time-180 min
Quick charge-10 min = 1 hour
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingNoNo
ANC typenonenone
Transparency modeNoNo
Companion appNoNo
Custom EQNoNo
Wear detectionNoNo
Controlsbuttonsbuttons
Voice assistant-none
Design
Weight-150 g
Water resistanceNo-
USB-CNoYes
Calls
Microphones11

What reviewers said

Havit H2016d

The Havit H2016D is a budget-friendly gaming headset that delivers solid construction and punchy bass for its low price. While it offers good value, its microphone quality is underwhelming and picks up background noise, and the included accessories and lighting features can be a bit bothersome.

  • Pro:Affordable price point
  • Pro:Sturdy build quality
  • Pro:Strong bass response
  • Con:Mediocre microphone performance
  • Con:Picks up background noise
  • Con:Some accessory and lighting annoyances

JLab JBuddies Play Gaming Kids Headset

This affordable wireless headset is designed specifically for younger gamers, with built-in volume limiting to help protect developing ears. It offers a long 22-hour battery life, a lightweight build, and a low-latency 60ms mode that keeps audio in sync with gameplay. While it lacks active noise cancellation and app support, its focus on safe listening and simple, durable design makes it a practical pick for kids.

  • Pro:Volume limiting for safer listening
  • Pro:Long 22-hour battery life
  • Pro:Lightweight at 150g for comfort
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No app or custom EQ support
  • Con:No Bluetooth multipoint

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

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