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Updated January 10, 2024·

If you prioritize sound quality and intend to primarily use your audio gear for music listening, the Marshall Major IV headphones, with their superior overall sound quality and built-in microphone, would be the better choice; however, they are not as travel-friendly or suited for exercise as the Jaybird Vista 2 earbuds, which excel in portability and have features like sweat and dust resistance, and active noise cancelling, making them ideal for active users and commuters who also value the convenience of a true wireless design and a secure fit during physical activities. Keep in mind that while Marshall Major IV can be used in both wired and wireless modes, the Jaybird Vista 2 is wireless only, which may influence your decision based on the availability and preference of connectivity options. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Jaybird Vista 2
  • Very good for phone calls
  • Best in class for exercise
  • Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Marshall Major IV
  • The Marshall Major IV has no clear advantages over the Jaybird Vista 2.

Key differences

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Phone Calls

8.0
Vista 2
Major IV
5.8
The Jaybird Vista 2 is very good for phone calls, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.

Podcasts and Audiobooks

9.0
Vista 2
Major IV
6.1
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.

Noise Reduction

7.0
Vista 2
Major IV
5.6
The Jaybird Vista 2 is good for noise reduction, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.

Battery

6.0 Hours
Vista 2
Major IV
80.0 Hours
The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Marshall Major IV has 80 hours of battery life.

Cost

$118
Vista 2
Major IV
$100
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The Jaybird Vista 2 has a price of $118 and the Marshall Major IV costs $100.

Build Quality

9.0
Vista 2
Major IV
8.5
The Jaybird Vista 2 has excellent build quality, while the Marshall Major IV has very good build quality.
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Key similarities

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Music

6.3
Vista 2
Major IV
6.6
The Marshall Major IV and Jaybird Vista 2 are both only fair for music.

Gaming

5.2
Vista 2
Major IV
5.4
The Marshall Major IV and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for gaming.

TV and Video

5.6
Vista 2
Major IV
5.7
The Marshall Major IV and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for TV and video.

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How the Jaybird Vista 2 and the Marshall Major IV compare to other earbuds and headphones

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Spec Comparison

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Jaybird Vista 2Marshall Major IV
Jaybird Vista 2Marshall Major IV

GENERAL

Price
$118
$100
Brand
JaybirdMarshall
Release Date
June 1, 2021October 1, 2021
Form Factor
EarbudsHeadphones
Connectivity
WirelessWired + Wireless

SOUND

Music Score
6.4/106.6/10
Phone Calls Score
8/105.8/10
Gaming Score
5.3/105.5/10
TV and Video Score
5.6/105.8/10
Exercise Score
10/106.3/10

PERFORMANCE

Battery life
6 Hours80 Hours
Wireless charging
YesYes
Charging time
3 Hours3 Hours
Bluetooth version
55
Case Battery Life
24N/A

FEATURES

Active Noise Cancelling
YesNo
Noise Reduction Score
7/105.7/10
Virtual Surround
NoNo
Android App
YesNo
iOS App
YesNo
Mic Quality
7/109/10

BUILD AND DESIGN

Build Quality
9/108.5/10
Comfort score
7.9/107.8/10
Size
LargeN/A
Weight (headset or single earbud)
6.7 Grams165 Grams
Microphone style
IntegratedIntegrated

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Jaybird Vista 2

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Sound Guys

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."

Marshall Major IV

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Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"The Marshall Major IV shares quite a bit in common with its predecessor, but a key upgrade appears to be softer ear cushions. They make upgrading worth it. As a set of basic wired or wireless headphones the Major IV ticks most boxes by remaining easy to use, and fairly comfortable (at least, as on-ear headphones go)."

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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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