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Updated January 10, 2024·
The JBL Quantum 100 is typically less expensive than the JLab Go Work Wireless and might be a better choice for gaming due to its higher gaming score, but it lacks wireless capability. Conversely, the JLab Go Work Wireless has a higher comfort and build quality score, longer battery life for wireless use, and a detachable cable, making it a better option for long-term wear and versatile use in calls, meetings, or travel. However, its sound quality is slightly better for music, but it has a lower gaming score. Neither have active noise cancellation, so keep that in mind if you're looking for earbuds or headphones that could block out ambient noise effectively. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Quantum 100
- Good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the JLab Go Work Wireless
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.0
5.8
The JBL Quantum 100 is good for music, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Gaming
8.5
5.3
The JBL Quantum 100 is very good for gaming, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Phone Calls
5.5
6.3
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for phone calls, while the JBL Quantum 100 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.5
6.6
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Quantum 100 is poor.
TV and Video
7.1
5.5
The JBL Quantum 100 is good for TV and video, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
4.6
The JBL Quantum 100 and JLab Go Work Wireless are both poor for noise reduction, though the JBL Quantum 100 is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
47.0 Hours
The JBL Quantum 100 does not have a battery. The JLab Go Work Wireless has 47 hours of battery life.
Cost
$20
$50
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JBL Quantum 100 has a price of $20 and the JLab Go Work Wireless costs $50.
Build Quality
6.5
9.0
The JLab Go Work Wireless has excellent build quality, while the JBL Quantum 100 has only fair build quality.
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How the JBL Quantum 100 and the JLab Go Work Wireless compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Quantum 100 | JLab Go Work Wireless |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$20 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | JLab | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2020 | May 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.2/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 47 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 10/10 | 9/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 6.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 220 Grams | 170 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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JBL Quantum 100
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Wes Davis | July 2023
"I appreciate a functional piece of tech as much as I do gear on the bleeding edge, and the JBL Quantum 100 certainly falls in the former category. The sound is reasonably good, the built-in microphone is surprisingly reliable and it has a thoughtful design for the price. It lacks the convenience of Bluetooth, sure, but sometimes it’s nice not to have to worry about the finicky nature of wireless communication and go with good old hard-wired tech."
JLab Go Work Wireless
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"If you are going to criticise the JLab Go Work, it would be for the cables, which are to some extent too short for their intended use, and for its rather harsh treble reproduction above moderate volume levels in music mode. However, the call quality during telephone calls and video conferences in voice mode via wireless and via cable is impeccable. This handy Bluetooth headset also scores points with its excellent battery life and support for multipoint connections."
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About JBL
JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
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