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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize using earbuds during exercise and want a pair that's sweatproof, dustproof, and offers better noise isolation for a more immersive experience, the Jaybird Vista 2 would be a great choice; they also have a higher build quality which can be crucial for durability. On the other hand, if you prefer an open design for more environmental awareness and do not need active noise cancelling, the Sony Linkbuds are suitable, plus they have a lighter weight and support virtual surround sound. However, keep in mind that the Jaybird Vista 2 is generally less expensive than the Sony Linkbuds. Sony's option may provide a more spacious sound but is not as well-suited for exercise or noisy environments as the Jaybird Vista 2. Give Feedback
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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
Advantages of the Sony Linkbuds
- The Sony Linkbuds has no clear advantages over the Jaybird Vista 2.
Key differences
Phone Calls
8.0
6.8
The Jaybird Vista 2 is very good for phone calls, while the Sony Linkbuds is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0
7.8
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony Linkbuds is good.
Noise Reduction
7.0
2.5
The Jaybird Vista 2 is good for noise reduction, while the Sony Linkbuds is poor.
Cost
$118
$178
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The Jaybird Vista 2 has a price of $118 and the Sony Linkbuds costs $178.
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Key similarities
Music
6.3
6.6
The Sony Linkbuds and Jaybird Vista 2 are both only fair for music.
Gaming
5.2
5.5
The Sony Linkbuds and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.6
5.4
The Jaybird Vista 2 and Sony Linkbuds are both poor for TV and video.
Battery
6.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Sony Linkbuds has 5.5 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
9.0
9.3
The Sony Linkbuds and Jaybird Vista 2 both have excellent build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Jaybird Vista 2 | Sony Linkbuds |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$118 | $178 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Jaybird | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | February 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 17.5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6.7 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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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."
Sony Linkbuds
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Sam Moore | February 2022
"The Sony LinkBuds is definitely the most unique audio product to release so far in 2022, and it largely executes well on it's unoccluded design. However, it's hamstrung by all the same things as other unsealed earbuds."
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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.
About Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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