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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and use during exercise, the Jaybird Vista 2 earbuds are superior due to their compact size, sweatproof and dustproof features, and a secure fit that's ideal for active use. They offer wireless convenience and active noise canceling, making them versatile for various listening environments. However, for gaming and calls where microphone quality is paramount, the Turtle Beach Recon 70 headphones excel with a higher-rated microphone and are well-suited for TV and video with better sound quality for these uses. The Recon 70 is wired, less portable, and not designed for exercise or travel compared to the Jaybird Vista 2, which also provides app controls customization for a personalized experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jaybird Vista 2
Best in class for exercise
Very good for air travel
Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Turtle Beach Recon 70
Good for music
Best in class for phone calls
Very good for gaming
Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.3/10
7.1/10
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good for music, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is only fair.
Gaming
5.2/10
8.4/10
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is very good for gaming, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Phone Calls
8.0/10
9.6/10
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is best in class for phone calls, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is very good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0/10
7.6/10
The Jaybird Vista 2 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good.
TV and Video
5.6/10
7.5/10
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good for TV and video, while the Jaybird Vista 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0/10
5.6/10
The Jaybird Vista 2 is good for noise reduction, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is poor.
Battery
6.0 Hours
N/A
The Jaybird Vista 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 does not have a battery.
Cost
$118
$40
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The Jaybird Vista 2 has a price of $118 and the Turtle Beach Recon 70 costs $40.
Build Quality
9.0/10
8.5/10
The Jaybird Vista 2 has excellent build quality, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 has very good build quality.
"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."
"There aren’t many considerations to make here. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 sounds decent, offers solid chat audio, feels good to wear over long periods, and it works everywhere. If you’re in the market for a simple plug-and-play option, you could do a whole lot worse (and spend a whole lot more money). Regardless, if getting something cheap that works well is the only thing you care about, this is a great option."
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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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