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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize mic quality and are looking for a budget-friendly option primarily for calls and meetings, the JLab Go Work Wireless headphones are suitable with their boom mic offering clear communication. They also provide better noise isolation and are designed for over-ear comfort during extended wear. However, they may not be as portable due to their size. On the other hand, the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick earbuds are a bit more expensive but offer a stem design with increased portability and low latency suitable for gaming and TV. They also support wireless charging and have an advantage with a sleek design and a lighter build. Keep in mind that while they offer decent sound quality for music, they may not isolate noise as effectively as the JLab option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Go Work Wireless
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
- Very good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
5.3
8.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for gaming, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Phone Calls
6.3
8.6
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for phone calls, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.6
8.4
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair.
TV and Video
5.5
7.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick 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 "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick are both poor for noise reduction, though the JLab Go Work Wireless is somewhat better.
Battery
47.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The JLab Go Work Wireless has 47 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$50
$99
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The JLab Go Work Wireless has a price of $50 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick costs $99.
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Key similarities
Music
5.8
6.1
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick to be only fair for music, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The JLab Go Work Wireless and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick both have excellent build quality.
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How the JLab Go Work Wireless and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JLab Go Work Wireless | "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$50 | $99 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JLab | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | November 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.4/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 47 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 22 | |
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 | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 170 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
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JLab Go Work Wireless
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Headphone Check
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."
"Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | December 2022
"If the Ear (stick) fits your ears, its light weight means you can easily wear it until the unimpressive battery life totally drains. The IP54 rating of the buds lends some confidence that it’ll survive some light abuse too. Finally, for the person who only wears earbuds at their desk, the Nothing Ear (stick) with its decent microphone could offer a reasonable Zoom meeting solution."
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