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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and a luxurious build, the Focal Bathys may be your choice; however, they come at a higher cost. On the other hand, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option for everyday use like work calls, with a good enough sound for casual listening and a built-in microphone, the JLab Go Work Wireless might be more suitable. Keep in mind that the Focal Bathys might offer advanced features like noise cancellation and higher-quality drivers, which can provide a better listening experience for music enthusiasts, but the JLab Go Work Wireless is more affordable and practical for work-related use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Focal Bathys
- Very good for music
- Excellent for gaming
- Best in class for TV and video
Advantages of the JLab Go Work Wireless
- The JLab Go Work Wireless has no clear advantages over the Focal Bathys.
Key differences
Music
8.0
5.8
The Focal Bathys is very good for music, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Gaming
9.3
5.3
The Focal Bathys is excellent for gaming, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Phone Calls
5.2
6.3
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for phone calls, while the Focal Bathys is poor.
TV and Video
10.0
5.5
The Focal Bathys is best in class for TV and video, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3
4.6
The Focal Bathys is very good for noise reduction, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Battery
31.0 Hours
47.0 Hours
The Focal Bathys has 31 hours of battery life. The JLab Go Work Wireless has 47 hours of battery life.
Cost
$699
$50
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The Focal Bathys has a price of $699 and the JLab Go Work Wireless costs $50.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.2
6.6
The JLab Go Work Wireless and Focal Bathys are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Focal Bathys and JLab Go Work Wireless both have excellent build quality.
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How the Focal Bathys and the JLab Go Work Wireless compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Focal Bathys | JLab Go Work Wireless |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$699 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Focal | JLab | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | May 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 10/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 31 Hours | 47 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 9/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 350 Grams | 170 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Christian Thomas | May 2023
"As much as I hesitate to recommend a headphone that sells for $800 USD, if you’re looking for the best sound quality you can find in the ANC space: it’s the Focal Bathys."
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"If you are going to criticise the JLab Go Work, it would be for the cables, which are to some extent too short for their intended use, and for its rather harsh treble reproduction above moderate volume levels in music mode. However, the call quality during telephone calls and video conferences in voice mode via wireless and via cable is impeccable. This handy Bluetooth headset also scores points with its excellent battery life and support for multipoint connections."
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