JLab JBuds Open HBJBUDSOPRBLK42
The dual coaxial 35mm + 12mm driver array and open-back design deliver detailed sound while maintaining environmental awareness, with LabBoost technology enhancing bass and LabFocus steering minimizing leakage. The 24-hour battery life and removable earcup grilles for personalization add practical value at an accessible price point. These are best for fitness enthusiasts and remote workers who need all-day, open-ear listening that keeps them connected to their surroundings without sacrificing audio quality.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 35
impedance ohms 16
Wireless Yes
open closed back open
bluetooth version Other
battery life hours 24
62 Overall Score
Price $60
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Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | Faux Leather |
| Headband | Faux Leather |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 35 |
| Drivers | 2 |
| Freq Min | 20 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 16 |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Other |
| Wired Connector | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
Battery
| Battery Life | 24 |
| Charge Time | 2 |
| Fast Charging | 10 min = 2.5 hours |
| Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | ✓ |
vs Competition
| Spec | JLab JBuds Open HBJBUDSOPRBLK42 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | JBL Tune 670NC | Soundcore Life Q20 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT | TOZO HT3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 35 | 40 | 32 | 40 | 42 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 16 | 314 | 32 | 16 | 60 | 16 |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | Other | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | 24 | 30 | 70 | 60 | 60 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JLab JBuds Open HBJBUDSOPRBLK42 | 68.8 | 74.3 | 80.7 | 94.4 | 78.3 | 85.3 | 74.3 | 51.9 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.4 | 88.8 | 80.7 | 96.8 | 81.1 | 61.3 | 99.2 | 89.2 |
| JBL Tune 670NC Compare | 98.4 | 74.3 | 80.7 | 88.3 | 95.4 | 90.7 | 99.4 | 98.6 |
| Soundcore Life Q20 Compare | 95 | 88.8 | 89.1 | 100 | 92.9 | 90.7 | 91.2 | 89.2 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Compare | 98.4 | 88.8 | 80.7 | 98.3 | 92.9 | 13 | 99.2 | 71.5 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 91.7 | 88.8 | 96 | 99.1 | 98.1 | 61.3 | 97.5 | 94.7 |
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