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JLab Studio ANC Wireless vs Moondrop Old Fashioned: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Moondrop Old Fashioned comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 80. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Moondrop Old Fashioned - Outstanding overall at around $23.

Score breakdown

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

Moondrop Old Fashioned leads on 4 of 7 measures.

  • JLab Studio ANC Wireless
  • Moondrop Old Fashioned
HearWiki score
57
80
Sound
5.3
7.2
Noise cancelling
5.3
-
Battery
7.2
-
Calls
5.8
-
Value
8.3
9.5
Price (USD)
$31
$23

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

Moondrop Old Fashioned (2026) against JLab Studio ANC Wireless (2020). The JLab Studio ANC Wireless edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • Studio ANC Wireless2020
  • Old Fashioned20266 yr newer
What differsStudio ANC WirelessOld Fashioned

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
None

Specifications

Studio ANC WirelessOld Fashioned
Type
On-Ear
On-Ear
Price (USD)
$31
$23
HearWiki score
57
80
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
3× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
3
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
109 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.0
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Latency
200 ms
-
Wireless range
9 m
-
Battery life
34 h
-
Battery life (ANC on)
28 h
-
Full charge time
180 min
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
hybrid
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
No
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
buttons
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
141 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
Yes
-
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
No
No
Connector
-
3.5 mm
Microphones
5
-
Microphone type
MEMS
-
Mic sensitivity
-38 dBV
-

What reviewers said

JLab Studio ANC Wireless

The JLab Studio ANC Wireless is a budget-friendly on-ear headphone that prioritizes long battery life and effective noise cancellation for its price. It offers a hybrid ANC system, a transparency mode, and a foldable design, making it a practical choice for everyday use. While its sound quality is decent rather than exceptional, its low cost and feature set provide solid value.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life with ANC on
  • Pro:Effective hybrid noise cancellation for the price
  • Pro:Includes transparency mode for ambient awareness
  • Con:Sound quality is only modest
  • Con:Fit may not be comfortable for all users
  • Con:No USB-C charging

Moondrop Old Fashioned

The Moondrop Old Fashioned is a budget-friendly, semi-open on-ear headphone with a triple 40mm dynamic driver setup that delivers clear, well-tuned sound with a focus on vocals. It's easy to drive and comfortable for casual listening, though its open design means noticeable sound leakage and a significant roll-off in sub-bass frequencies. Overall, it offers strong value for its price, especially for those who prioritize midrange clarity over deep bass.

  • Pro:Excellent tuning and vocal clarity for the price
  • Pro:Comfortable fit for extended listening sessions
  • Pro:Easy to drive with any device thanks to high sensitivity
  • Con:Very limited sub-bass response with roll-off below 100 Hz
  • Con:Semi-open design leads to sound leakage and poor isolation
  • Con:Modest technical performance compared to pricier models

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

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