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JLab JBuds Open Sport vs OPPO Enco Clip2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the OPPO Enco Clip2 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: OPPO Enco Clip2 - Outstanding overall at around $129.

Score breakdown

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

OPPO Enco Clip2 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • JLab JBuds Open Sport
  • OPPO Enco Clip2
HearWiki score
63
86
Sound
6.0
8.0
Noise cancelling
-
0.0
Battery
6.8
8.0
Calls
6.7
8.0
Value
6.2
8.0
Price (USD)
$95
$130

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

OPPO Enco Clip2 (2026) against JLab JBuds Open Sport (2024). The OPPO Enco Clip2 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.1 against 5.1 and Top codec LHDC against AAC. It also adds Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • JBuds Open Sport2024
  • Enco Clip220262 yr newer
What differsJBuds Open SportEnco Clip2

Platform

Bluetooth
5.1
6.1
Top codec
AAC
LHDC

Everyday features

Custom EQ
No
Yes
Companion app
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C, Water resistance.

Specifications

JBuds Open SportEnco Clip2
Type
Open-Ear
Open-Ear
Price (USD)
$95
$130
HearWiki score
63
86
Released
2024
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
14.2 mm dynamic
2-driver hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver size
14.2 mm
11 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
117 dB/mW
115 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.1
6.1
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LHDC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
9 h
9.5 h
Battery incl. case
26 h
40 h
Full charge time
120 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 1 h
-
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
No
Yes
Custom EQ
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
13.9 g
5.2 g
Case weight
45.3 g
46.3 g
Water resistance
IP55
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
-
ETEN1
Microphones
2
3
Mic sensitivity
-
-38 dBV

What reviewers said

JLab JBuds Open Sport

The JLab JBuds Open Sport are an affordable open-ear option designed for active listeners who want to stay aware of their surroundings. They offer a comfortable, stable fit, solid battery life, and useful features like Bluetooth multipoint, all wrapped in a lightweight, water-resistant build. While bass response is naturally limited by the open design, they deliver decent sound quality for the price.

  • Pro:Comfortable and stable fit for workouts
  • Pro:Long battery life with the charging case
  • Pro:Bluetooth multipoint for easy device switching
  • Con:Limited bass due to open-ear design
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No custom EQ options

OPPO Enco Clip2

The OPPO Enco Clip2 are lightweight open-ear wireless earbuds with a hybrid dual-driver design for detailed sound. They boast Bluetooth 6.1, IP55 water resistance, and up to 9.5 hours of playtime per charge, extending to 40 hours with the case. With support for SBC, AAC, and LHDC codecs plus a custom EQ, they offer versatility for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Very light at just 5.2g per bud
  • Pro:Long battery life with case (40 hours total)
  • Pro:Supports high-quality LHDC codec
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Open-ear design may let in ambient noise
  • Con:Requires Bluetooth 6.1 for full features

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

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