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JLab JBuds Air Sport

52/ 100
Average
HearWiki score

Poor value

$74
typical price, USD
Still sold new
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At a glance

Brand
JLab
Type
True Wireless
Fit
-
Connection
Wireless
Noise cancelling
No
Released
2019

Score breakdownaverage overall

Sound5.4
Battery5.8
Calls4.5

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The JLab JBuds Air Sport are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds designed with active lifestyles in mind, featuring a secure fit and IP66 dust and sweat resistance. They deliver a balanced sound from 8mm dynamic drivers and provide a long total playtime of 44 hours with the charging case. Practical extras like Bluetooth 5.0, multipoint connectivity, and transparency mode add to their value for workouts and daily use.

What works

  • Secure, sport-focused fit with IP66 dust and sweat resistance
  • Excellent total battery life of 44 hours with the charging case
  • Supports multipoint connection and transparency mode for convenience
  • Compact and lightweight at just 17.8 grams per earbud

What doesn't

  • Battery life per charge may be less than advertised in real-world use
  • No active noise cancellation and lacks USB-C or wireless charging
  • Physical buttons may require firm presses, causing slight discomfort during long sessions

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - JLab JBuds Air Sport
Driver8 mm dynamic
Driver typedynamic
Driver size8 mm
Drivers per side1
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance32 Ω
Sensitivity103 dB/mW

What the reviews said

2 source(s) feeding this product's score.

head-fi.org

Head-Fi notes the earbuds’ IP66 rating, 6-hour earbud battery life, and 40-hour total runtime with the case. The overall impression is that they are well-suited to workouts and bring useful features like Bluetooth 5 and JLab’s EQ modes.

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headphonereview.com

Headphone Review describes the JBuds Air Sport as a solid value pair with Bluetooth 5, an 8 mm driver, and very long total battery life thanks to the charging case. Its conclusion is that they offer a lot of features for the price, especially for fitness use.

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What YouTube reviewers say

Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.

9:39

Review of the JLab JBuds AirSport

6.75/10
RP3 Reviews5.2K viewsAug 2019

The reviewer found the JLab JBuds AirSport to be a decent budget option for work use, praising the sound quality for the price and the long battery life, but noted issues with ear tip irritation, a bulky case, and a small touch surface. He rated it between 6.5 and 7 out of 10, recommending it mainly for work rather than travel.

7:36

JLAB JBUDS AIR SPORT REVIEW ARE THEY WORTH IT?

PresenTech1.4K viewsDec 2019

The reviewer finds the JLab JBuds Air Sport to be an excellent value at $50, praising their sound quality, comfort, and battery life, which they claim surpasses more expensive competitors like AirPods Pro and Powerbeats Pro. They note the case is bulky and the charging cable is short, but overall strongly recommend the product.

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