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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize wireless convenience and portability for active use or travel, the JLab Go Air Pop would be the better choice with its stemless wireless design, sweatproof certification, and longer battery life, but lacks wired connectivity and has fair sound quality. Conversely, if you prefer higher sound quality and don't mind a wired connection, the KZ ZSN Pro X with its combination of balanced armature and dynamic drivers, detachable cable, and capability for balanced audio with additional cables could be more suitable, though it has no wireless functionality and isn't sweatproof. Both earbuds are budget-friendly, but the KZ ZSN Pro X is often slightly less expensive. 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 X
Good for TV and video
Key differences
Phone Calls
5.0/10
3.1/10
The JLab Go Air Pop and KZ ZSN Pro X are both poor for phone calls, though the JLab Go Air Pop is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.7/10
4.7/10
The JLab Go Air Pop and KZ ZSN Pro X are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JLab Go Air Pop is somewhat better.
TV and Video
6.1/10
7.3/10
The KZ ZSN Pro X is good for TV and video, while the JLab Go Air Pop is only fair.
Noise Reduction
6.5/10
6.0/10
The JLab Go Air Pop and KZ ZSN Pro X are both only fair for noise reduction, though the JLab Go Air Pop is somewhat better.
Battery
9.0 Hours
N/A
The JLab Go Air Pop has 9 hours of battery life. The KZ ZSN Pro X does not have a battery.
Cost
$25
$22
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JLab Go Air Pop has a price of $25 and the KZ ZSN Pro X costs $22.
Build Quality
9.0/10
8.5/10
The JLab Go Air Pop has excellent build quality, while the KZ ZSN Pro X has very good build quality.
"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."
"The KZ ZSN PRO X offers superb sound for very little money, like under $30 USD. It has some rough edges with a plastic seam on the cable that can rub on your ear, and the bud is a bit large. The tech isn't cutting edge, but new doesn't always equal better. You should try it."
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