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JLab Fit Sport 3 Wired vs Sennheiser IE 800 S: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser IE 800 S comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sennheiser IE 800 S - Great overall at around $38.

Score breakdown

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

JLab Fit Sport 3 Wired
Sound6.5
Battery7.0
Calls5.5
Value8.0
Sennheiser IE 800 S
Sound8.5
Value6.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of JLab Fit Sport 3 Wired vs Sennheiser IE 800 S
SpecJLab Fit Sport 3 WiredSennheiser IE 800 S
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$20$38
HearWiki score68 / 100 · Good78 / 100 · Great
Released-2017
Audio
DriverdynamicExtra Wide Band (XWB) drivers
Driver size10 mm7 mm
Drivers per side11
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz5Hz-46.5kHz
Impedance32 Ω16 Ω
Sensitivity110 dB/mW-
Wireless
Bluetooth5-
CodecsSBC-
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Battery
Battery life10 h-
Wireless chargingNo-
Features
Active noise cancellingNoNo
Design
Weight15.5 g8 g
Water resistanceIP55-
Detachable cable-Yes
USB-CNoNo
Calls
Microphones1-

What reviewers said

JLab Fit Sport 3 Wired

The JLab Fit Sport 3 Wired offers a budget-friendly, workout-focused audio solution with a secure memory-wire fit and IP55 sweat resistance. It delivers a bass-forward sound signature with clear mids and highs, making it a practical choice for gym sessions rather than critical listening, while its 10-hour battery life supports extended use. Overall, it prioritizes durability and value over audiophile-grade performance.

  • Pro:Secure fit with memory wire for active use
  • Pro:Strong bass response with clean mids and highs
  • Pro:Long 10-hour battery life
  • Con:Sound lacks refinement for audiophiles
  • Con:Only SBC codec support limits wireless quality
  • Con:No multipoint connection or ANC

Sennheiser IE 800 S

The Sennheiser IE 800 S is a compact, high-end wired in-ear that impresses with its detailed, spacious sound and refined tuning, thanks to its single 7mm XWB driver. While it offers strong build quality and comfort, its premium price tag, noticeable cable noise, and some design quirks may give potential buyers pause.

  • Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and expansive soundstage
  • Pro:Natural, cohesive tuning with strong sub-bass
  • Pro:Very small and lightweight for comfortable extended wear
  • Con:High price that may not fully match performance
  • Con:Noticeable cable microphonics
  • Con:Not a neutral or linear frequency response

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

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