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JLab Epic Pods ANC vs OPPO Enco Air5 Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the OPPO Enco Air5 Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: OPPO Enco Air5 Pro - Outstanding overall at around $69.

Score breakdown

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

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • JLab Epic Pods ANC
  • OPPO Enco Air5 Pro
HearWiki score
70
89
Sound
6.8
8.0
Noise cancelling
6.1
9.0
Battery
9.5
9.0
Calls
7.7
8.0
Value
7.7
9.0
Price (USD)
$100
$69

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?

New platform

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro (2026) against JLab Epic Pods ANC (2025). The JLab Epic Pods ANC is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.1 against 6.0 and ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. It also adds Wireless charging.

  • Epic Pods ANC2025
  • Enco Air5 Pro20261 yr newer
What differsEpic Pods ANCEnco Air5 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
6.1
6.0
ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Everyday features

Wireless charging
Yes
No

Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app, Water resistance.

Specifications

Epic Pods ANCEnco Air5 Pro
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$100
$69
HearWiki score
70
89
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
2-driver hybrid
2× 12 mm driver
Driver type
hybrid
-
Driver size
10 mm
12 mm
Drivers per side
2
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Sensitivity
100 dB/mW
122 dB/mW
Bluetooth
6.1
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, AAC, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
200 ms
47 ms
Wireless range
9 m
10 m
Battery life
16 h
13 h
Battery life (ANC on)
13 h
7 h
Battery incl. case
60 h
54 h
Full charge time
120 min
90 min
Quick charge
10 min → 3 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
10.9 g
4.4 g
Case weight
45.4 g
43 g
Water resistance
IP55
IP55
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
3
Microphone type
MEMS
-
Mic sensitivity
-38 dBV
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
3-mic ENC
-

What reviewers said

JLab Epic Pods ANC

The JLab Epic Pods ANC prioritize marathon battery life above all, making them a compelling pick for listeners who rarely want to reach for a charger. They pack a hybrid dual-driver setup, adaptive noise cancellation, and modern wireless features into a sturdy, IP55-rated shell. While their sound and ANC are solid for the price, the sheer endurance is what truly sets them apart.

  • Pro:Exceptional total battery life with the charging case
  • Pro:Adaptive ANC plus a clear transparency mode
  • Pro:Supports LDAC for high-resolution wireless audio
  • Con:Bulky case may not suit all pockets
  • Con:Touch controls can be finicky at times
  • Con:Bass-heavy tuning may not appeal to purists

OPPO Enco Air5 Pro

The OPPO Enco Air5 Pro are true wireless earbuds with 12mm drivers and hybrid active noise cancellation, offering a versatile listening experience. Bluetooth 6.0, multipoint connectivity, and IP55 water resistance make them practical for daily use.

  • Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for immersive listening
  • Pro:13-hour battery per earbud, 54 hours with case
  • Pro:Supports high-quality LHDC codec
  • Con:No wireless charging, only USB-C
  • Con:Sensitivity at 122 dB may be too high for some
  • Con:Touch controls may be accidentally triggered

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

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