Open-Ear
JLab JBuds Air Flex
69Good
$40
Full review dataJLab JBuds Air Flex vs QCY Crossky C50: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the QCY Crossky C50 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: QCY Crossky C50 - Outstanding overall at around $40.
Open-Ear
QCY Crossky C50
81Outstanding
$40
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
QCY Crossky C50 leads on 5 of 6 measures.
- JLab JBuds Air Flex
- QCY Crossky C50
HearWiki score
69
81
Sound
7.0
8.3
Battery
6.6
7.4
Calls
6.4
7.8
Value
8.5
9.2
Price (USD)
$40
$40
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
QCY Crossky C50 (2025) against JLab JBuds Air Flex (2022). The QCY Crossky C50 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4. The JLab JBuds Air Flex answers on convenience features: it adds Water resistance IP55 against IPX5.
- JBuds Air Flex2022
- Crossky C5020253 yr newer
What differsJBuds Air FlexCrossky C50
- Bluetooth
- 5.4
- 6.0
- Water resistance
- IP55
- IPX5
Platform
Everyday features
Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Companion app.
Specifications
JBuds Air FlexCrossky C50
- Type
- Open-Ear
- Open-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $40
- $40
- HearWiki score
- 69
- 81
- Released
- 2022
- 2025
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 12 mm dynamic
- 10.8 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 12 mm
- 10.8 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Sound signature
- -
- neutral
- Impedance
- 12 Ω
- -
- Bluetooth
- 5.4
- 6.0
- Codecs
- SBC, AAC
- SBC, AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- Yes
- Yes
- Latency
- 200 ms
- -
- Wireless range
- 9 m
- 10 m
- Battery life
- 7 h
- 7.5 h
- Battery incl. case
- 21 h
- 35 h
- Full charge time
- 120 min
- 90 min
- Quick charge
- 10 min → 1 h
- 10 min → 2 h
- Wireless charging
- -
- Yes
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- Companion app
- Yes
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- -
- Yes
- Controls
- -
- touch
- Weight
- 12 g
- 5.2 g
- Case weight
- 36.8 g
- -
- Water resistance
- IP55
- IPX5
- USB-C
- Yes
- Yes
- Model code
- Flex Open Earbuds
- -
- Microphones
- 4
- 4
- Call noise reduction
- Yes
- Yes
- Call NR technology
- ENC
- AI ENC
What reviewers said
JLab JBuds Air Flex
The JLab JBuds Air Flex are affordable open-ear earbuds that prioritize a secure, comfortable fit and easy multipoint connectivity. They offer a decent 7-hour playtime per charge, an IP55 rating for sweat and dust resistance, and a wireless case that extends total listening to 21 hours. While they lack active noise cancellation and advanced codecs, their low price and feature set make them a practical budget option for everyday listening.
- Pro:Lightweight and stable fit for all-day wear
- Pro:IP55 water and dust resistance for workouts
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.4 for seamless device switching
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs, no aptX support
- Con:Battery life is average at 7 hours per charge
QCY Crossky C50
The QCY Crossky C50 are open-ear clip-on earbuds that deliver solid everyday performance for a modest price. They combine a bass-leaning, practical sound with long battery life, multipoint connectivity, and a comfortable, secure fit that keeps you aware of your surroundings. While not aimed at audiophiles, they're a well-rounded, feature-packed option for budget-conscious listeners.
- Pro:Comfortable, secure open-ear clip design
- Pro:Long battery life with charging case
- Pro:Multipoint pairing and Bluetooth 6.0
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Sound is more practical than premium
- Con:Touch controls may be sensitive
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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