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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're on a tight budget and need earbuds for exercise, the Jlab Go Air Sport would be a suitable choice; they're wireless, sweatproof, and come with ear hooks for a secure fit. However, sound quality isn't their strong suit. Alternatively, the Philips Fidelio X2HR offers very good sound and comfort, especially for music and TV, with an open design that enhances soundstage, but they’re wired, not suitable for exercise, have no microphone for calls, and are less portable. They also cost more but could be worth the investment if audio quality is a top priority for home use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Jlab Go Air Sport
Very good for exercise
Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Philips Fidelio X2HR
Excellent for music
Good for gaming
Very good for TV and video
Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
5.6/10
9.3/10
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is excellent for music, while the Jlab Go Air Sport is poor.
Gaming
5.4/10
7.0/10
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for gaming, while the Jlab Go Air Sport is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.6/10
7.9/10
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Jlab Go Air Sport is poor.
TV and Video
5.8/10
8.8/10
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is very good for TV and video, while the Jlab Go Air Sport is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
2.5/10
The Jlab Go Air Sport is only fair for noise reduction, while the Philips Fidelio X2HR is poor.
Battery
8.0 Hours
N/A
The Jlab Go Air Sport has 8 hours of battery life. The Philips Fidelio X2HR does not have a battery.
Cost
$30
$148
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Jlab Go Air Sport has a price of $30 and the Philips Fidelio X2HR costs $148.
Build Quality
8.0/10
9.0/10
The Philips Fidelio X2HR has excellent build quality, while the Jlab Go Air Sport has very good build quality.
"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."
"This piece is a fantastic option for music lovers searching for premium sound and a snug fit. You should get these headphones if you care about sound quality and want to hear music in a new light. This technology is a great option for high-quality headphones with superb sound reproduction."
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About Philips
Philips is a Dutch conglomerate and electronics manufacturer with over 130 years of history. Philips makes the Fidelio audio line which includes several models of full-sized wired and wireless headphones, true wireless earbuds. soundbars and wireless speakers.
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