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Updated January 10, 2024·
If budget is a major consideration, the Jaybird Vista 2 earbuds are more affordable and offer strong durability, making them ideal for active users who need something for workouts or outdoor activities. On the other hand, if you prioritize audio quality and are prepared to invest more, the Audeze Maxwell headphones provide superior sound fidelity and comfort, suited for long listening sessions and critical listening tasks. The Maxwell's larger size means less portability compared to the compact, travel-friendly Vista 2. Additionally, earbuds like the Vista 2 can be more comfortable for those who don't like the feel of over-ear headphones. Remember to consider the primary use—whether for commuting, sports, at-home entertainment, or critical listening—when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audeze Maxwell
- Very good for music
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Jaybird Vista 2
- Best in class for exercise
Key differences
Music
8.4
6.3
The Audeze Maxwell is very good for music, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is only fair.
Gaming
9.0
5.2
The Audeze Maxwell is excellent for gaming, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Phone Calls
8.7
8.0
The Audeze Maxwell and Jaybird Vista 2 are both very good for phone calls, though the Audeze Maxwell is somewhat better.
TV and Video
8.9
5.6
The Audeze Maxwell is very good for TV and video, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
7.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 is good for noise reduction, while the Audeze Maxwell is only fair.
Battery
78.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Audeze Maxwell has 78 hours of battery life. The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$299
$118
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The Audeze Maxwell has a price of $299 and the Jaybird Vista 2 costs $118.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
9.0
The Audeze Maxwell and Jaybird Vista 2 are both excellent for podcasts and audiobooks.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Audeze Maxwell and Jaybird Vista 2 both have excellent build quality.
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How the Audeze Maxwell and the Jaybird Vista 2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audeze Maxwell | Jaybird Vista 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$299 | $118 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audeze | Jaybird | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | June 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.7/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.1/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.9/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 10/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 78 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 498.9 Grams | 6.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
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Audeze Maxwell
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Christian Thomas | August 2023
"Despite a few caveats, the Audeze Maxwell is one of the best-performing gaming headsets on the market and should top the ranks for a few buyers — provided the budget (and neck strength) is there. Gaming headsets have their work cut out for them, and their audience is historically unkind to performance flaws. If you’re an older gamer with some cash to blow, you should be pleased with the Audeze Maxwell."
Jaybird Vista 2
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Chase Bernath | September 2022
"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 Audeze
Audeze is an, award-winning, American premium headphone manufacturer based in California. Founded in 2008, their products are developed around aerospace materials technology first used by NASA and are widely used by enthusiasts and professionals alike, not only in the fields of music and sound engineering but also in e-sports and the health industry.
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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