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80This review describes the JBuddies Studio Wireless as an affordable, easy-to-use kids' headphone set aimed at ages 6 and up. The overall verdict is positive, with a 4/5 rating.
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At a glance
- Brand
- JLab
- Type
- On-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2023
Score breakdowngood overall
Sound5.0
Calls5.0
Value5.0
FEATURES On-ear kids headphones with volume safe sound and all day comfort.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The JLab JBuddies Studio are budget-friendly on-ear headphones designed with younger listeners in mind, featuring a durable build and soft cushions for comfort. They offer a long 24-hour battery life and support for multiple Bluetooth codecs, though their compact size may not suit older children. These wireless headphones prioritize simplicity and safety for kids, but lack active noise cancellation and water resistance.
What works
- Long 24-hour battery life
- Durable build with soft cushions
- Supports SBC, AAC, and aptX codecs
- Easy-to-use controls for kids
- Lightweight at 114 grams
What doesn't
- Earcups may be too small for older kids
- No active noise cancellation
- No water resistance rating
- Limited to button controls only
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
Audio
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX |
| Multipoint pairing | No |
| Wireless range | 9 m |
Battery
| Battery life | 24 h |
|---|---|
| Full charge time | 180 min |
| Wireless charging | No |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| Controls | buttons |
Design
| Weight | 114 g |
|---|---|
| Water resistance | none |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|
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What the reviews said
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The consensus
Positiveacross 2 videosReviewers agree the JLab JBuddies Studio headphones are a solid, budget-friendly choice for kids, highlighting their comfort, sturdy build, and safety features like the 85 dB volume limiter.
Reviewers liked
- Affordable price
- Volume limiting to 85 dB for safety
- Comfortable and sturdy build
- Bluetooth and wired sharing options
Reviewers flagged
- On-ear fit not ideal for noise isolation
- No carrying case included
- Wired connection and volume cap may limit older users
3:11J Lab JBuddies Studio - Kids Headphone Review
The reviewer finds the JLab JBuddies Studio headphones to be a solid, budget-friendly option for kids, especially for travel, praising their features like volume limiting, Bluetooth, and sharing capability. While noting the on-ear fit is not ideal for noise isolation, they recommend them for parents seeking affordable children's headphones.
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2:05Review: JLab JBuddies Studio On-Ear Kids Wired Headphones, Toddler Headphones, Kid Safe, Studi...
The reviewer recommends the JLab JBuddies Studio headphones for children, highlighting their comfort, safety features like the volume limiter, and practical design. They note the wired connection and volume cap as potential drawbacks for older users, but overall consider them a solid choice for parents.
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