Skip to content
HearWiki

JLab JBuds Frames 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.

Score 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 Frames
  • QCY Crossky C50
HearWiki score
32
81
Sound
3.2
8.3
Battery
4.6
7.4
Calls
5.5
7.8
Value
3.7
9.2
Price (USD)
$25
$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?

New platform

QCY Crossky C50 (2025) against JLab JBuds Frames (2022). The QCY Crossky C50 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.0 and Top codec AAC against SBC. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Wireless charging and Water resistance IPX5 against IPX4.

  • JBuds Frames2022
  • Crossky C5020253 yr newer
What differsJBuds FramesCrossky C50

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Top codec
SBC
AAC

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Water resistance
IPX4
IPX5

Specifications

JBuds FramesCrossky C50
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$25
$40
HearWiki score
32
81
Released
2022
2025
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
2× 16.2 mm dynamic
10.8 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
16.2 mm
10.8 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 22 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
-
neutral
Impedance
22 Ω
-
Sensitivity
120 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Wireless range
9 m
10 m
Battery life
8 h
7.5 h
Battery incl. case
-
35 h
Full charge time
120 min
90 min
Quick charge
15 min → 1 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Controls
-
touch
Weight
11.7 g
5.2 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IPX5
USB-C
-
Yes
Microphones
2
4
Microphone type
MEMS
-
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI ENC

What reviewers said

JLab JBuds Frames

The JLab JBuds Frames are a budget-friendly clip-on accessory that adds wireless audio to almost any pair of glasses, offering an open-ear design and a built-in microphone for calls. While the concept is clever and the price is accessible, the overall sound performance is underwhelming, making them better suited for casual listening or as an experimental gadget rather than a primary audio device.

  • Pro:Very affordable open-ear glasses attachment
  • Pro:Lightweight design at just 11.7 grams
  • Pro:Decent 8-hour battery life with quick charge support
  • Con:Sound quality is weak and lacks depth
  • Con:Only supports SBC codec, limiting audio fidelity
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or multipoint connectivity

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.

Compare something else

Swap either side out, or start again from the picker.

New comparisonJLab JBuds FramesQCY Crossky C50