True Wireless
JLab Epic Air ANC
68Good
$100
Full review dataJLab Epic Air ANC vs OnePlus Buds Pro 4: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the OnePlus Buds Pro 4 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: OnePlus Buds Pro 4 - Great overall at around $130.
True Wireless
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
84Great
$130
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
JLab Epic Air ANC
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery8.0
Calls6.0
Value7.5
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0
Specifications
| Spec | JLab Epic Air ANC | OnePlus Buds Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $100 | $130 |
| HearWiki score | 68 / 100 · Good | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2020 | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dual drivers; 11mm woofer + 6mm tweeter |
| Driver size | 8 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 10Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | - |
| Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 47 ms |
| Wireless range | 9.1 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 12 h | 13 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | 7 h |
| Battery incl. case | 48 h | 45 h |
| Full charge time | 180 min | 70 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 2 h | 10 min = 11 hours playback |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | No | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | buttons | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri/Google Assistant | yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 7 g | 4.73 g |
| Case weight | 57 g | 50.62 g |
| Water resistance | none | IP55 |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Model code | - | OnePlus Buds 4 |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 3 |
| Call noise reduction | MEMS microphones | - |
What reviewers said
JLab Epic Air ANC
The JLab Epic Air ANC delivers a solid budget-friendly introduction to active noise cancellation, with punchy bass and flexible EQ adjustments via the companion app. While its battery life is impressive and value is strong, the noise cancelling and app performance don't consistently match pricier rivals, making it a decent but not top-tier choice.
- Pro:Long battery life with charging case
- Pro:Customizable EQ in app
- Pro:Affordable price point
- Con:ANC and transparency are merely average
- Con:App reliability can be inconsistent
- Con:Only SBC codec support
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
The OnePlus Buds Pro 4 are a well-rounded pair of true wireless earbuds that deliver impressive audio, adaptive noise cancellation, and strong battery life for their price. They're particularly suited for active lifestyles thanks to their IP55 rating and secure fit, with a feature set that includes multipoint, wireless charging, and customizable EQ. Overall, they offer excellent value and perform above their price point across most key areas.
- Pro:Rich dual-driver sound with LHDC support
- Pro:Effective adaptive ANC and transparency mode
- Pro:Long battery life with wireless charging case
- Con:Touch controls may require a learning curve
- Con:No official mention of wear detection
- Con:Slightly bulky case compared to rivals
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