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JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless vs Marshall Major IV: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless vs Marshall Major IV, 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.

  • JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless
  • Marshall Major IV
HearWiki score
78
-
Sound
7.4
-
Noise cancelling
6.5
-
Battery
9.2
-
Calls
8.0
-
Value
8.0
-
Price (USD)
$130
$140

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

JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless (2024) against Marshall Major IV (2020). The JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.0, Top codec AAC against SBC and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Transparency mode, Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • Epic Work ANC Wireless20244 yr newer
  • Major IV2020
What differsEpic Work ANC WirelessMajor IV

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.0
Top codec
AAC
SBC
ANC type
Hybrid
None

Everyday features

Transparency mode
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C.

Specifications

Epic Work ANC WirelessMajor IV
Type
On-Ear
On-Ear
Price (USD)
$130
$140
HearWiki score
78
Not scored
Released
2024
2020
Availability
Still sold new
Discontinued
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 - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
94 dB/mW
99 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
50 ms
-
Wireless range
9 m
10 m
Battery life
90 h
80 h
Battery life (ANC on)
60 h
-
Full charge time
60 min
180 min
Quick charge
10 min → 6 h
-
Wireless charging
-
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
hybrid
none
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
buttons
-
Voice assistant
Yes
No
Weight
128 g
165 g
Water resistance
none
none
Foldable
No
Yes
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
-
3.5 mm
Microphones
5
1
Mic sensitivity
-38 dBV
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
No
Call NR technology
2-mic ENC
-

What reviewers said

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

Marshall Major IV

The Marshall Major IV are lightweight, foldable on-ear headphones that deliver a bold, bass-forward sound signature and an impressive 80-hour battery life. They support wireless charging, Bluetooth 5.0 with multipoint connectivity, and also include a 3.5mm jack for wired listening when needed. Their retro design and tactile controls appeal to those who value style and long-lasting performance over active noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Exceptional 80-hour battery life
  • Pro:Wireless charging support
  • Pro:Foldable and lightweight design
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Only SBC codec support
  • Con:No water resistance rating

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