On-Ear
JLab Rewind2 Wireless Retro Headphones
66Good
$25
Full review dataJLab Rewind2 Wireless Retro Headphones vs Moondrop Old Fashioned: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Moondrop Old Fashioned comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 72. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Moondrop Old Fashioned - Good overall at around $25.
On-Ear
Moondrop Old Fashioned
72Good
$25
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
JLab Rewind2 Wireless Retro Headphones
Sound5.5
Battery7.5
Calls5.0
Value7.0
Moondrop Old Fashioned
Sound7.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | JLab Rewind2 Wireless Retro Headphones | Moondrop Old Fashioned |
|---|---|---|
| Type | On-Ear | On-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $25 | $25 |
| HearWiki score | 66 / 100 · Good | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2024 | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 40mm Three-layer Rigid-flex Composite Diaphragm |
| Driver size | 36 mm | 40 mm |
| Driver size | 36mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz to 20kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 109 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | - |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Latency | 200 ms | - |
| Wireless range | 9.1 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 220 h | - |
| Full charge time | 180 min | - |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 3 h | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | 1-mic ENC | No |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Controls | buttons | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 56.8 g | - |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | - |
| Microphone | 1 | - |
What reviewers said
JLab Rewind2 Wireless Retro Headphones
The JLab Rewind2 Wireless Retro Headphones blend nostalgic design with budget-friendly modern features, offering a lightweight on-ear fit and a claimed 20+ hour battery life with quick charging. While its 36mm drivers deliver acceptable sound for casual listening, the focus here is on convenience—Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint, and app-based EQ—rather than audiophile-grade performance. It's a solid pick for retro-minded users who prioritize battery longevity and everyday usability over pristine audio quality.
- Pro:Long 220-hour standby and 20+ hour playtime on a charge
- Pro:Lightweight 56.8g build for comfortable extended wear
- Pro:Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint and USB-C quick charging
- Con:Average sound quality with limited dynamic range
- Con:Charging port placement can be awkward to access
- Con:No water resistance rating for outdoor use
Moondrop Old Fashioned
The Moondrop Old Fashioned is a budget-friendly, wired on-ear headphone with a semi-open design that delivers clear, well-balanced sound, especially for vocals. Its lightweight comfort and easy drivability make it a practical pick, though its open-back nature means noticeable sound leakage and limited isolation. The main sonic compromise is a lack of deep sub-bass, but for the price, it offers impressive tuning and musicality.
- Pro:Exceptionally well-tuned sound for an open on-ear
- Pro:Comfortable and lightweight for long listening sessions
- Pro:Easy to drive with any device
- Con:Significant sound leakage due to open design
- Con:Very little sub-bass below 100 Hz
- Con:Limited isolation, not suited for noisy environments
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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