JLab JBuds Pro vs TRN CS2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the JLab JBuds Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 66. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: JLab JBuds Pro - Good overall at around $9.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

JLab JBuds Pro leads on 3 of 4 measures.

JLab JBuds Pro
TRN CS2

HearWiki score

Sound

6.0

4.2

Value

7.0

Price (USD)

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?

Same generation

These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.

JBuds ProYear unknown
CS22020

Specifications

JBuds ProCS2

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $9; $5
HearWiki score: 66; 36
Released: -; 2020
Availability: Still sold new; Discontinued
Driver: 10 mm dynamic; 2× 10 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 10 mm; 10 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 2
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: 32 Ω; 22 Ω
Sensitivity: -; 118 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling: No; No
ANC type: none; -
Transparency mode: No; -
Companion app: No; -
Custom EQ: Yes; -
Wear detection: No; -
Controls: buttons; buttons
Voice assistant: Yes; -
Weight: 13 g; 21 g
Detachable cable: -; Yes
USB-C: No; -
Connector: 3.5 mm; 2-pin 0.78 mm
Microphones: 1; -

Specification comparison of JLab JBuds Pro vs TRN CS2
Spec	JLab JBuds Pro	TRN CS2
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$9	$5
HearWiki score	66 / 100 Good	36 / 100 Weak
Released	-	2020
Audio
Driver	10 mm dynamic	2× 10 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	10 mm	10 mm
Drivers per side	1	2
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	32 Ω	22 Ω
Sensitivity	-	118 dB/mW
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	No
ANC type	none	-
Transparency mode	No	-
Companion app	No	-
Custom EQ	Yes	-
Wear detection	No	-
Controls	buttons	buttons
Voice assistant	Yes	-
Design
Weight	13 g	21 g
Detachable cable	-	Yes
USB-C	No	-
Connector	3.5 mm	2-pin 0.78 mm
Calls
Microphones	1	-

What reviewers said

JLab JBuds Pro

The JLab JBuds Pro are budget-friendly wired in-ear headphones with a 10mm dynamic driver and a simple button-based control scheme. They offer a wide frequency response and a customizable EQ, making them a decent option for listeners seeking basic, affordable sound without extra features like noise cancellation or app support.

Pro:Very affordable price point
Pro:Customizable EQ for sound tuning
Pro:Lightweight at just 13 grams

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:No in-line microphone for calls
Con:Lacks app support and transparency mode

TRN CS2

The TRN CS2 is an ultra-affordable wired IEM that delivers a lively, easy-going sound with solid tonal balance for its price. Its dual 10 mm dynamic drivers and lightweight build make it a practical entry-level choice for budget-conscious listeners.

Pro:Very low price
Pro:Balanced, lively sound
Pro:Sturdy build for the cost

Con:No noise cancellation
Con:Basic button controls
Con:Limited frequency extension at the top end

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