JLab JBuds Air

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 11 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

4
Average:

4
Bad:

1

Pros:

High value, IP55 dustand waterresistant, Integrated USB charging cable, Updated dual connection
Great design, Affordable price, JLab C3 Signature Sound, Long lasting battery life
IP66, Comprehensive touch controls, Case with integrated charging cable, Quick charging, Isolation and Be Aware mode, Bluetooth 5.0, Class 1

Cons:

Fickle touch panels, Mic quality, Autoconnect rarely works
Irritation after long use with gel eartips, Balanced EQ, Be Aware Mode

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Last revision on September 17, 2020

Reviewers Liked

High value, IP55 dustand waterresistant, Integrated USB charging cable, Updated dual connection
Great design, Affordable price, JLab C3 Signature Sound, Long lasting battery life
IP66, Comprehensive touch controls, Case with integrated charging cable, Quick charging, Isolation and Be Aware mode, Bluetooth 5.0, Class 1
IP55, Comprehensive touch controls, Sleek case with integrated charging cable, Quick charging, Isolation
IP55, Comprehensive touch controls, Sleek case with integrated charging cable, Quick charging, Isolation
Clean design, Easy to use and setup, Sound great for this price point, Great battery life, AMAZING price and value
IP55, Auto connect, Price, Fit, Minimal wind noise
Affordable, Powerful bass depth, Three EQ modes, Sweat-resistant

Reviewers Didn't Like

Fickle touch panels, Mic quality, Autoconnect rarely works
Irritation after long use with gel eartips, Balanced EQ, Be Aware Mode
AAC only, no aptX
Comfort, AAC-only, no aptX
Comfort, AAConly, no aptX
No real cons considering the price
Bulky, Discomfort after an hour, Audiovisual lag, Calls only taken through right earbud
Earphones can remain connected to phone and drain battery life when docked in case, Buttons can be difficult to operate, Weak battery life

Expert reviews and ratings

If the large housings of the original JBuds Air turned you off from the cheap true wireless earbuds, the JLab JBuds Air Icon are a great reason to reconsider. The ‘buds have been downsized from the first generation model and are now outfitted with...

By Sound Guys on December 06, 2019

For the price, the JLab JBud Air Executive True Wireless are extremely capable, with good connectivity, decent battery life, and a secure design.The audio quality does leave a little to be desired, but for casual listening, soundtracking your commute,...

By TechRadar on November 24, 2019

At the end of the day, the JLab JBuds Air Sport is a pretty good wireless headset that I think people will like thanks to the affordable price tag of US$70. The best selling point for this headset is going to be the awesome battery life. Forty hours is...

By techaeris.com on July 17, 2019

JLab is known among the athletic crowd for its affordable, functional audio products. The JLab JBuds Air Executive follows this philosophy while departing from the company's traditional sporty design. Instead, the Executive opts for a more luxuriant...

By Android Authority on June 16, 2019

Great value for money, these totally wireless ear buds are ideal for anyone on a limited budget. Simple to use, they sound clear and detailed, but do lack punch in the bass and you compromise on battery...

By goodhousekeeping.co.uk on April 02, 2019

The JBuds Air from JLab are far from perfect, but for $50, they're one of the best bargains you'll find among true wireless...

By PC Mag on October 01, 2018

After testing the headphones on a range of genres from hip-hop to rock to classical, the team were impressed with the ‘clear and detailed' quality of sound, with the treble performing notably well. Testers also liked the built-in equaliser function that...

By goodhousekeeping.co.uk on August 09, 2019

The JLab JBuds Air Sport are the athletic version of the company's Executive earbuds. The ear hooks are pliable, yet retain their shape for a stable fit. JLab went with an unapologetically bass-heavy sound signature for these earbuds, which is to be...

By Sound Guys on June 25, 2019

If you're one for the finer things with a budget for the standard things, the JLab JBuds Air Executive is for you. The included charging case appears luxuriant without sacrificing functionality. Meanwhile, the IP55 earbuds afford comprehensive touch...

By Sound Guys on June 10, 2019

The JLab JBuds Air are tempting at their bargain-basement price point. They're an entry point into the exciting world of true wireless headphones, and offer the convenience that makes the form factor so appealing.But they just can't match pricier...

By TechRadar on February 20, 2019

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