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Updated January 10, 2024·
The 7hz Timeless earbuds produce a high-quality sound for music but do not include a microphone, making them less suitable for calls and meetings. They're wired with a detachable cable for a stable connection and include cable ear hooks for a secure fit, which may not be ideal for exercise. Though having a higher price, they can provide an immersive listen to music with a good soundstage. On the other hand, the Jaybird Vista 2 is wireless, with a more affordable price point, offers active noise cancelling, sweat and dust proofing, suitable for use during exercise and travel with a secure fit from silicone fins. They also have features like a built-in microphone for calls and an app with customizable equalizer and controls. If you value convenience, exercise-readiness, and call quality, Jaybird may be preferable; for an audiophile focus on music quality, consider 7hz Timeless despite its higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
Very good for music
Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Jaybird Vista 2
Very good for phone calls
Best in class for exercise
Very good for air travel
Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6/10
6.3/10
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is only fair.
Gaming
6.6/10
5.2/10
The 7hz Timeless is only fair for gaming, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Phone Calls
4.3/10
8.0/10
The Jaybird Vista 2 is very good for phone calls, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8/10
9.0/10
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
TV and Video
7.8/10
5.6/10
The 7hz Timeless is good for TV and video, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3/10
7.0/10
The Jaybird Vista 2 is good for noise reduction, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.0 Hours
The 7hz Timeless does not have a battery. The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$190
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The 7hz Timeless has a price of $190 and the Jaybird Vista 2 costs $80.
Build Quality
8.5/10
9.0/10
The Jaybird Vista 2 has excellent build quality, while the 7hz Timeless has very good build quality.
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
"Compared to the original Vista, the Jaybird Vista 2 adds some key features including ANC and SurroundSense to control how much environmental noise you hear. If you're an athlete and are looking for rugged earbuds with tons of customization options, the Jaybird Vista 2 makes for a good option—but only if you are able to achieve a proper fit from the proprietary ear tips."
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About Jaybird
Jaybird is an American headphone and activity tracker manufacturer focused on the exercise and sports market. The company was founded in 2006 by Judd Armstrong who sought for a product that was thoroughly sweatproof and that wouldn’t get in the way during physical activity. Jaybird is a part of the Swiss company Logitech International, since 2016.
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