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Updated April 11, 2024·
If cost is a significant factor and you're looking for the most affordable option, the JLab Go Air Pop would be the better choice as they are slightly less expensive. However, if you prioritize comfort and the ability to use earbuds during vigorous activities, the JLab Go Air Sport may be worth the extra cost because they come with ear hooks that offer a more secure fit, especially useful during exercise. Both are budget-friendly earbuds with fair sound quality, but neither is particularly suited for gaming or calls and meetings. When it comes to portability, the Go Air Pop is slightly ahead, being best in class, and may appeal more if you are constantly on the move. Consider your primary use and whether the specific features like secure fit during sports and budget consciousness align with your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Go Air Pop
- Good for music
Advantages of the Jlab Go Air Sport
- Very good for exercise
Key differences
Music
7.1
5.6
The JLab Go Air Pop is good for music, while the Jlab Go Air Sport is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.5
6.0
The JLab Go Air Pop and Jlab Go Air Sport are both only fair for noise reduction, though the JLab Go Air Pop is somewhat better.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The JLab Go Air Pop has 9 hours of battery life. The Jlab Go Air Sport has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$25
$30
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JLab Go Air Pop has a price of $25 and the Jlab Go Air Sport costs $30.
Build Quality
9.0
8.0
The JLab Go Air Pop has excellent build quality, while the Jlab Go Air Sport has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.5
5.4
The JLab Go Air Pop and Jlab Go Air Sport are both poor for gaming.
Phone Calls
5.0
5.2
The Jlab Go Air Sport and JLab Go Air Pop are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.7
5.6
The JLab Go Air Pop and Jlab Go Air Sport are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
6.1
5.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers JLab Go Air Pop to be only fair for TV and video, while the Jlab Go Air Sport is poor.
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How the JLab Go Air Pop and the Jlab Go Air Sport compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JLab Go Air Pop | Jlab Go Air Sport |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$25 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JLab | Jlab | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2021 | January 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.2/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 6.1/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5.1 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 27 | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 3.9 Grams | 6.6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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SoundGuys
Sam Smart | August 2023
"The JLab GO Air POP is a great option for anyone on a tight budget. This pair of true wireless earbuds checks all the boxes for earbud essentials, and performs pretty well in most areas. The microphone isn't great, but that's to be expected for something this inexpensive."
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Tim Gideon | April 2022
"If you want seriously bass-forward earphones for the gym, you'll be hard-pressed to find a pair more affordable than the JLab Go Air Sport. We like their long battery life and solid water-resistance rating, though we aren’t fans of their finicky on-ear controls and the case’s hardwired charging cable."
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