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JLab Fit Sport 2 Wireless vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 76. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 - Great overall at around $28.

Score breakdown

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

JLab Fit Sport 2 Wireless
Sound6.0
Battery5.5
Calls5.0
Value7.0
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery8.0
Calls6.5
Value8.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of JLab Fit Sport 2 Wireless vs Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6
SpecJLab Fit Sport 2 WirelessXiaomi Redmi Buds 6
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$14$28
HearWiki score62 / 100 · Average76 / 100 · Great
Released20182024
Audio
Driver10mm titanium driversdual driver (12.4 mm titanium-coated dynamic driver + 5.5 mm piezoelectric driver)
Driver size10 mm12.4 mm
Drivers per side12
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance-16 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth4.15.4
Bluetooth version55.4
CodecsSBCSBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing-Yes
Wireless range9.1 m-
Battery
Battery life100 h10 h
Battery life (ANC on)-6.5 h
Battery incl. case-42 h
Full charge time90 min-
Quick charge10 min charging = 1 hour playtime10 min = 4 h
Wireless charging-No
Features
Active noise cancelling-Yes
ANC type-hybrid
Transparency mode-Yes
Companion app-Yes
Custom EQ-Yes
Controls-touch
Design
Weight15.5 g43.2 g
Case weight-43.2 g
Water resistanceIP55IP54
USB-C-Yes
Calls
Microphones1-
MicrophoneMEMS, -42dB ± 3dB (1kHz)-

What reviewers said

JLab Fit Sport 2 Wireless

The JLab Fit Sport 2 Wireless earbuds are an affordable, bass-heavy option aimed at workouts, offering a snug fit and decent sound for the price. They provide a long total battery life with the charging case, but individual earbud playback falls short of the stated figure, and the audio quality has notable limitations. Bluetooth 4.1 and SBC-only support keep things simple, though water resistance and quick charging add practical value for active use.

  • Pro:Bass-forward sound signature
  • Pro:IP55 water and dust resistance
  • Pro:Quick charge feature (10 min for 1 hour)
  • Con:Battery life per charge is less than advertised
  • Con:Only supports SBC codec
  • Con:Sound quality has noticeable flaws

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6

The Redmi Buds 6 are a budget-friendly pair of true wireless earbuds that pack in a lot of features for the price, including adaptive noise cancellation, dual-device connectivity, and a long-lasting battery. They deliver solid sound quality with a dual-driver setup and offer a comfortable, feature-rich experience that makes them a strong value pick for everyday use. While not perfect, they strike a good balance between performance and affordability, making them a dependable option in the sub-$50 segment.

  • Pro:Excellent value for the price
  • Pro:Solid ANC and transparency modes
  • Pro:Long battery life with the charging case
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Build feels a bit plasticky
  • Con:Sound lacks some bass punch at higher volumes

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

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