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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize wireless convenience and portability for use during exercise or travel, the JLab Go Air Pop with good comfort, very good built-in controls, and sweatproof certification would suit you, plus their case offers additional battery life. However, for a wired experience with potentially higher audio fidelity due to the balanced armature drivers and a detachable cable, choose the KZ ZSN Pro, especially if you value sound quality on a budget for music and TV. The KZ earbuds have a larger earbud size, which might affect comfort but often come at a slightly lower price. Neither option is optimal for gaming or calls due to lower scores in those areas. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Go Air Pop
Good for exercise
Very good for air travel
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro
Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
7.1/10
7.7/10
The KZ ZSN Pro and JLab Go Air Pop are both good for music, though the KZ ZSN Pro is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
5.0/10
3.1/10
The JLab Go Air Pop and KZ ZSN Pro are both poor for phone calls, though the JLab Go Air Pop is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.7/10
4.9/10
The JLab Go Air Pop and KZ ZSN Pro are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JLab Go Air Pop is somewhat better.
TV and Video
6.1/10
7.4/10
The KZ ZSN Pro is good for TV and video, while the JLab Go Air Pop is only fair.
Noise Reduction
6.5/10
5.3/10
The JLab Go Air Pop is only fair for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro is poor.
Battery
9.0 Hours
N/A
The JLab Go Air Pop has 9 hours of battery life. The KZ ZSN Pro does not have a battery.
"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."
"Undoubtedly the focus and the star of the show, the ZSN Pro’s bass is big, bold and bangin’. The amount of gusto in the low end should satisfy anyone who likes a large lick of bass and even certified bassheads will probably get a kick out of this."
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