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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize noise cancellation for air travel and prefer over-ear headphones that can also be wired, the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC could be a better choice, especially if you're looking to spend a bit less. However, these are not ideal for gaming or TV due to poor scores in those areas. On the other hand, if you desire very good overall sound quality, prefer the compact size of earbuds, and are interested in features like sweatproof certification, low latency for gaming, and wireless charging, the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) may be worth the extra cost. These earbuds also have excellent noise isolation, longer battery life, and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC
- Excellent for air travel
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
6.0
7.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for music, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is only fair.
Gaming
5.4
8.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for gaming, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Phone Calls
5.2
7.9
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for phone calls, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.8
9.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
TV and Video
5.6
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for TV and video, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for noise reduction, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is good.
Battery
70.0 Hours
6.7 Hours
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has 70 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life.
Cost
$80
$149
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has a price of $80 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) costs $149.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has excellent build quality, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has very good build quality.
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How the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JLab Jbuds Lux ANC | "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JLab | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | March 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.4/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 70 Hours | 6.7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2.5 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3. | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | March 2023
"For the price the Nothing Ear (2) is pretty good. It fits well, and the IP54 rating (and IP55 with case) is durable enough for daily life. Most of its unique features are found in the Nothing X app, such as personalized frequency responses, and personalized, adjustable ANC."
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