JLab Epic Air Sport ANC 3
Score: 87/100
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Black
Score: 87/100Rankings
JLab Epic Air Sport ANC earbuds combine hybrid ANC, IP66 ruggedness and a massive 70 h total battery life with wireless charging. The case is bulky and codec support is limited to SBC/AAC/LDAC, which may deter audiophiles. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts and travelers who need long runtime and durable design.
The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 deliver marathon-level battery life, ANC, and built-in heart-rate monitoring in a secure earhook design. Their larger size and occasional connectivity hiccups can be drawbacks for some users. Best for athletes who want extensive tracking and long-lasting performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
70 hoursbest | 45 hours | |
15 hoursbest | 10 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 180 minutesbest | — |
8 mmbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 15 minutesbest | — |
9.144 metersbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 85.4 g | 77.7 gbest |
3best | 2 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(2) | ||
IP Rating | IP66 | IPX4 |
Total Weight (Earbuds + Case) (g) | 85.4 g | 77.7 g |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (Total with Case) (hours) | 70 hours | 45 hours |
Battery Life (Earbuds Only) (hours) | 15 hours | 10 hours |
Audio(1) | ||
Microphone Count | 3 | 2 |
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Professional reviewers consider the Epic Air Sport ANC a value-packed offering that delivers virtually every desirable feature-ANC, wireless charging, Tile tracking, and app-based sound tuning-at a budget-friendly price. They highlight its industry-leading battery life and solid ANC performance while noting the case's bulk and limited codec support as trade-offs.
Everyday users echo the professional sentiment on battery longevity and feature richness, valuing the earbuds for workouts and travel. However, they also report frustrations with the case's size, the short charging cable, and occasional fit issues that affect ANC effectiveness.
“Best for workouts and travel with long battery”
“Love the ANC and wireless charging”
Professional reviewers commend the Powerbeats Pro 2 for its secure earhook fit, marathon-level battery endurance, and sound quality that rivals the wired Powerbeats Pro. The fast-charge capability and added ANC/Transparency features are highlighted as strong upgrades, though the larger size and lack of an official IP rating are noted as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users love the secure, sweat-resistant fit and the long battery life that lasts through multiple training sessions. Common praise centers on comfort and durability, while recurring complaints focus on the bulkier form factor, occasional Bluetooth drops, and a bass-heavy tuning that can mask vocals.
