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JLab Fit Sport 3 Wired vs TRUTHEAR HEXA: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: TRUTHEAR HEXA - Great overall at around $25.

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
TRUTHEAR HEXA
Sound7.8
Value8.2

Specifications

Specification comparison of JLab Fit Sport 3 Wired vs TRUTHEAR HEXA
SpecJLab Fit Sport 3 WiredTRUTHEAR HEXA
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$20$25
HearWiki score68 / 100 · Good78 / 100 · Great
Released-2022
Audio
Driverdynamic1DD+3BA Hybrid
Driver size10 mm10 mm
Drivers per side14
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance32 Ω20.5 Ω
Sensitivity110 dB/mW120 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth5-
CodecsSBC-
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Battery
Battery life10 h-
Wireless chargingNo-
Features
Active noise cancellingNoNo
Design
Weight15.5 g6 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

TRUTHEAR HEXA

The TRUTHEAR HEXA is a hybrid in-ear monitor that combines a single 10mm dynamic driver with three balanced armatures to deliver a balanced, neutral-leaning sound with a slight warmth. Priced around $90, it offers a comfortable fit, solid build, and good passive isolation, making it a strong value pick for critical listening, though its bass response is somewhat restrained and the soundstage feels intimate rather than expansive. Its technical performance is competent for the price, but it's not particularly suited for gaming or high-energy activities.

  • Pro:Comfortable and lightweight design
  • Pro:Excellent passive noise isolation
  • Pro:Balanced, neutral tuning with a touch of warmth
  • Con:Bass is somewhat restrained
  • Con:Soundstage is fairly intimate
  • Con:Not ideal for gaming due to mediocre imaging

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

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