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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value having headphones specifically for exercising that are light and won't fall out, the Jaybird Vista 2 may be a better option as they are sweatproof, dustproof, and have fins to secure them in your ear. However, the Soundcore Life Q30 offers over-ear comfort that may be preferable for long-term use and features active noise cancellation for quieter listening experiences. The Life Q30 also has a significantly longer battery life, beneficial for extended periods without charging, but they aren't as exercise-friendly. Both support app-based equalizer settings, with the Vista 2 optimized for both Android and Apple, while the latter only indicates optimization for Android. If taking calls is a priority, the Life Q30 has better microphone quality but falls short for use during exercise compared to the Vista 2. 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 Soundcore Life Q30
- Good for music
Key differences
Music
6.3
7.1
The Soundcore Life Q30 is good for music, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is only fair.
Phone Calls
8.0
5.1
The Jaybird Vista 2 is very good for phone calls, while the Soundcore Life Q30 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0
4.8
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Life Q30 is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
8.7
The Soundcore Life Q30 is very good for noise reduction, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is good.
Battery
6.0 Hours
44.0 Hours
The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Life Q30 has 44 hours of battery life.
Cost
$118
$80
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Jaybird Vista 2 has a price of $118 and the Soundcore Life Q30 costs $80.
Build Quality
9.0
8.0
The Jaybird Vista 2 has excellent build quality, while the Soundcore Life Q30 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.2
5.3
The Soundcore Life Q30 and Jaybird Vista 2 are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.6
5.4
The Jaybird Vista 2 and Soundcore Life Q30 are both poor for TV and video.
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How the Jaybird Vista 2 and the Soundcore Life Q30 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Jaybird Vista 2 | Soundcore Life Q30 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$118 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Jaybird | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | August 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 10/10 | 5.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6 Hours | 44 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | 1.7 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 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 | 263 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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Peter Susic | December 2021
"Every once in a while, headphones with an excellent price/performance ratio arrive that truly deserves all attention. Anker Soundcore Life Q30 are one of those headphones. Of course, they aren’t perfect, but they do most things better than their competition. Or they give you the option to make them better."
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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 Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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