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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you value active noise cancelling and plan to use your headphones during air travel or in noisy environments, both the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro offer good noise isolation, but the Galaxy Buds have better overall noise isolation quality. The Samsung Galaxy Buds are also more portable, sweatproof, and feature wireless charging, which may be beneficial if you're on the go often. For gaming and watching TV, the Buds 2 Pro provides a very good experience, whereas the Jbuds Lux ANC is not as suitable. The Jbuds are over-ear headphones which tend to provide better comfort for longer usage and include a cable and the ability for wired use, making them versatile for different situations. If cost is a major factor, the Jlabs are cheaper and have a longer battery life. If you're looking for higher sound quality, especially for music and calls, and advanced features like app equalization and ear/head detection, the Galaxy Buds have the edge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC
Excellent for air travel
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
Very good for music
Good for phone calls
Very good for gaming
Good for TV and video
Good for exercise
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
6.0/10
8.0/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for music, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is only fair.
Gaming
5.4/10
8.3/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Phone Calls
5.2/10
7.0/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.8/10
8.4/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
TV and Video
5.6/10
7.7/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for TV and video, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0/10
9.1/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is good.
Battery
70.0 Hours
4.8 Hours
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has 70 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$80
$188
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has a price of $80 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
Build Quality
8.5/10
9.0/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has very good build quality.
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."
Get a great deal on the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC or the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
About Samsung
Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.
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