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Haylou S35 ANC vs JadeAudio J1: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Haylou S35 ANC vs JadeAudio J1, 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.

Haylou S35 ANC leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Haylou S35 ANC
  • JadeAudio J1
HearWiki score
73
-
Sound
7.0
-
Noise cancelling
6.7
-
Battery
8.6
-
Calls
6.6
-
Value
8.7
-
Price (USD)
$25
$15

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

Both shipped in 2023. The Haylou S35 ANC edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • S35 ANC2023
  • J12023
What differsS35 ANCJ1

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
None

Specifications

S35 ANCJ1
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$25
$15
HearWiki score
73
Not scored
Released
2023
2023
Availability
Still sold new
Discontinued
Driver
40 mm dynamic
50 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
50 mm
Drivers per side
1
-
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
15 Hz - 30 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
-
103
Bluetooth
5.2
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
60 h
-
Battery life (ANC on)
40 h
-
Full charge time
150 min
-
Quick charge
5 min → 2 h
-
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
293 g
355 g
Foldable
Yes
-
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
Yes
-
Pad material
protein-leather
protein-leather
Connector
3.5 mm
3.5 mm
Balanced connection
No
-
Model code
-
JT1
Microphones
5
-
Mic sensitivity
-42 dBV
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
ENC
-

What reviewers said

Haylou S35 ANC

The Haylou S35 ANC is a budget-friendly over-ear headphone that packs hybrid active noise cancellation, Bluetooth 5.2 with multipoint, and a long-lasting battery into a lightweight, foldable design. With 40mm drivers, touch controls, and app-based EQ, it offers strong everyday versatility for the price, though its build and sound quality stay firmly in entry-level territory.

  • Pro:Hybrid ANC plus transparency mode for flexible listening
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.2 and wired 3.5mm option
  • Pro:Lightweight and foldable for easy portability
  • Con:Sound tuning lacks refinement compared to pricier models
  • Con:Touch controls may feel unusual or finicky
  • Con:Plastic build feels less premium

JadeAudio J1

The JadeAudio J1 is a budget-friendly wired over-ear headphone built around a large 50mm dynamic driver, aiming to deliver detailed and immersive sound with a lightweight polymer diaphragm and strong N52 magnets. Its sturdy stainless-steel headband and protein-leather earpads offer comfort, while the 32-ohm impedance and high sensitivity make it easy to drive from phones or basic dongles. With a wide frequency response and a minimalistic design, it's a solid pick for listeners seeking an affordable, no-frills wired option.

  • Pro:Large 50mm drivers for powerful, detailed audio
  • Pro:Easy to drive with phones or dongles thanks to 32-ohm impedance
  • Pro:Comfortable protein-leather earpads and durable steel headband
  • Con:No active noise cancellation, so external sounds bleed in
  • Con:Wired-only design may not suit users wanting wireless freedom
  • Con:Heavier than some rivals at 355g, possibly less portable

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