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Updated January 10, 2024·
The JLab Go Work Wireless are a more contemporary option with features such as wireless connectivity, a microphone boom for clear calls, and good comfort scores which make them suitable for long working sessions. They also have built-in controls, a slightly better build quality, and are suitable for exercise and air travel. However, their more closed design and lower soundstage score make them less ideal for an immersive music or video experience. On the other hand, the Koss Porta Pro headphones have an open design which generally offers a wider soundstage and richer experience for music and videos. They are foldable, offering better portability, but lack modern conveniences like wireless connectivity and a microphone. They are typically less expensive, and while they may not match the JLab in terms of call quality or features for exercise, they have a legacy in good sound quality for their price range. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Go Work Wireless
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
5.8
8.2
The Koss Porta Pro is very good for music, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Gaming
5.3
6.4
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for gaming, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Phone Calls
6.3
4.3
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for phone calls, while the Koss Porta Pro is poor.
TV and Video
5.5
7.6
The Koss Porta Pro is good for TV and video, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Noise Reduction
4.6
2.5
The JLab Go Work Wireless and Koss Porta Pro are both poor for noise reduction, though the JLab Go Work Wireless is somewhat better.
Battery
47.0 Hours
N/A
The JLab Go Work Wireless has 47 hours of battery life. The Koss Porta Pro does not have a battery.
Cost
$40
$49
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JLab Go Work Wireless has a price of $40 and the Koss Porta Pro costs $49.
Build Quality
9.0
6.0
The JLab Go Work Wireless has excellent build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro has only fair build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.6
6.8
The Koss Porta Pro and JLab Go Work Wireless are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks.
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How the JLab Go Work Wireless and the Koss Porta Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JLab Go Work Wireless | Koss Porta Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$40 | $49 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JLab | Koss | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | January 1, 1984 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.4/10 | 4.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 4.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 47 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 9/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 6/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 170 Grams | 63.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Sebastian Taboada | February 2022
"It’s clear to see why these have been such a popular choice amongst listeners for nearly four decades. It’s a charming pair of headphones that delivers a truly enjoyable listening experience and one that I think punches well above its weight."
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About Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
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