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JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset vs Skullcandy Grind Wireless: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset vs Skullcandy Grind Wireless, 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 On-Ear Headset leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset
  • Skullcandy Grind Wireless
HearWiki score
79
-
Sound
7.4
-
Noise cancelling
6.5
-
Battery
9.2
-
Calls
8.0
-
Value
8.0
-
Price (USD)
$130
$79

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

JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset (2024) against Skullcandy Grind Wireless (2018). The JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset20246 yr newer
  • Grind Wireless2018
What differsEpic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear HeadsetGrind Wireless

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
None

Specifications

Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear HeadsetGrind Wireless
Type
On-Ear
On-Ear
Price (USD)
$130
$79
HearWiki score
79
Not scored
Released
2024
2018
Availability
Still sold new
Discontinued
Driver
40 mm dynamic
2× 40 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
-
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
33 Ω
Sensitivity
94 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Latency
50 ms
-
Wireless range
9 m
-
Battery life
90 h
12 h
Battery life (ANC on)
60 h
-
Quick charge
10 min → 6 h
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
128 g
183 g
Case weight
80 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
Yes
-
Pad material
leather
-
Connector
USB-C
3.5 mm
Microphones
5
-
Microphone type
MEMS
-
Mic sensitivity
-38 dBV
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
2-mic ENC
-

What reviewers said

JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset

The JLab Epic Work ANC Wireless On-Ear Headset is a lightweight, versatile option designed for office and remote work, featuring hybrid active noise cancellation, Bluetooth 5.3, and multipoint connectivity. It offers impressive battery endurance, clear call quality with multiple microphones, and a simple button-based control scheme, all wrapped in a comfortable, portable design.

  • Pro:Exceptional battery life, even with ANC enabled
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long work sessions
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC effectively reduces moderate ambient noise
  • Con:Occasional Bluetooth connectivity quirks reported
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:Limited codec support (only SBC and AAC)

Skullcandy Grind Wireless

The Skullcandy Grind Wireless is a lightweight on-ear headphone that pairs via Bluetooth for cable-free listening, with a battery life of up to 12 hours on a single charge. It relies on passive noise isolation rather than active cancellation, making it a simple and affordable option for everyday use. With 40mm drivers and a 20 Hz–20 kHz frequency range, it aims to deliver a balanced sound profile at a budget-friendly price point.

  • Pro:Lightweight design at just 183 grams
  • Pro:12 hours of wireless battery life
  • Pro:Passive noise isolation for focused listening
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:On-ear fit may not suit all listeners
  • Con:Battery life is modest compared to newer models

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