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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you're looking for headphones to use in noisy environments like air travel or commuting, the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC with active noise cancelling would likely serve you better. The JLab also supports wireless listening and has a more durable build quality. However, if you prioritize audio quality for music and appreciate a wider soundstage, the Koss Porta Pro might be a better choice, especially considering their lower price. The Koss headphones won't isolate noise as effectively, and they have a poorer microphone quality, making them less suitable for calls and meetings. They're also wired only, which might limit your mobility. Remember, the Koss Porta Pros are quite light and foldable, which enhances portability, but they lack the modern features of wireless connectivity and noise cancellation that the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC offer. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC
- Excellent for air travel
Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.0
8.2
The Koss Porta Pro is very good for music, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is only fair.
Gaming
5.4
6.4
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for gaming, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Phone Calls
5.2
4.3
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC and Koss Porta Pro are both poor for phone calls, though the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.8
6.8
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
TV and Video
5.6
7.6
The Koss Porta Pro is good for TV and video, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
2.5
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is good for noise reduction, while the Koss Porta Pro is poor.
Battery
70.0 Hours
N/A
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has 70 hours of battery life. The Koss Porta Pro does not have a battery.
Cost
$80
$49
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has a price of $80 and the Koss Porta Pro costs $49.
Build Quality
8.5
6.0
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has very good build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro has only fair build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JLab Jbuds Lux ANC | Koss Porta Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $49 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JLab | Koss | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | January 1, 1984 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 4.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.1/10 | 4.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 70 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2.5 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 63.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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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