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Updated January 10, 2024·
If affordability is a concern, the Jaybird Vista 2 earbuds offer a cost-effective option for on-the-go listening with a sturdy build suitable for workouts, though they may not provide the noise cancellation and sound quality of the Sony WH-1000XM5, which are premium over-ear headphones with superior noise-cancelling and audio fidelity that make them excellent for immersive listening experiences and long wear, but they are bulkier and less convenient for physical activity. The Jaybirds are also more resilient to sweat and weather, making them a better choice if you need something for rigorous physical activities. 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 Sony WH-1000XM5
- Very good for music
Key differences
Music
6.3
8.2
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is very good for music, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is only fair.
Phone Calls
8.0
5.5
The Jaybird Vista 2 is very good for phone calls, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0
6.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is only fair.
Noise Reduction
7.0
9.1
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is good.
Battery
6.0 Hours
40.3 Hours
The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Sony WH-1000XM5 has 40.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$118
$398
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The Jaybird Vista 2 has a price of $118 and the Sony WH-1000XM5 costs $398.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.2
5.6
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.6
5.8
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
9.0
8.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Jaybird Vista 2 to have excellent build quality, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 has very good build quality.
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How the Jaybird Vista 2 and the Sony WH-1000XM5 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Jaybird Vista 2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$118 | $398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Jaybird | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 10/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6 Hours | 40.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6.7 Grams | 249.4 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."
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Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | February 2023
"The Sony WH-1000XM5 are the best Sony Bluetooth headphones so far and one of the most well-rounded Bluetooth headphones around. Look no further if you need class-leading ANC with a mostly inoffensive sound signature. Just be ready to pony up the price premium."
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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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