JLab JBuds Open Sport 2 Earbuds Taupe
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At a glance
- Brand
- JLab
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- -
- Released
- 2024
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The JLab JBuds Open Sport 2 are true wireless earbuds designed for active use, featuring an open-ear fit with 16.2mm dynamic drivers. They offer a solid 8 hours of playback per charge, extending to 26 hours with the charging case, and support Bluetooth 5.0 with multipoint connectivity. With touch controls, a companion app, and a custom EQ, these earbuds provide practical features at an accessible price point, though they lack any official water resistance rating.
What works
- Long 26-hour total battery life with case
- Multipoint Bluetooth 5.0 for easy device switching
- Custom EQ and app support for sound tuning
- Large 16.2mm drivers for robust audio output
- Lightweight at 11.7g per earbud
What doesn't
- No water resistance rating for workouts
- Only SBC codec support, no AAC or aptX
- Open-ear design may let in ambient noise
- Short 9-meter wireless range
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Specifications
| Driver | 2× 16.2 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 22 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 117 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 2× 16.2 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 22 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 117 dB/mW |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes |
| Wireless range | 9 m |
Battery
| Battery life | 8 h |
|---|---|
| Battery incl. case | 26 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min → 1 h |
Features
| Companion app | Yes |
|---|---|
| Custom EQ | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes |
| Controls | touch |
| Voice assistant | Yes |
Design
| Weight | 11.7 g |
|---|---|
| Case weight | 45.3 g |
| Water resistance | none |
| USB-C | Yes |
Calls
| Microphones | 2 |
|---|---|
| Microphone type | MEMS |
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