JLab Go Air Pop+
Score: 73/100
Apple EarPods
Score: 67/100Rankings
JLab Go Air Pop+ earbuds provide ultra-budget true-wireless convenience with up to 35 hours of total battery life, IPX4 resistance, and dual-device pairing. Absence of active noise cancellation and a thin sound signature are drawbacks. Best for casual listeners who prioritize endurance and price.
Apple EarPods with Lightning connector are wired earbuds that combine an ergonomic shape, inline remote, and sweat resistance for everyday use. Their drawbacks include an insecure fit, lack of ANC, and the limitation of a wired connection. Best for iPhone users who prefer a reliable, always-ready wired solution without needing battery life.
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9 hoursbest | — | |
35 hoursbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.3 gbest | 12 g |
— | 10 mmbest | |
1best | 1best | |
2 yearsbest | — |
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Total Weight (including case) (g) | 0.30 g | 12 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Go Air Pop+ for its outstanding battery endurance, clear mids, and feature set that includes dual-device pairing, a companion EQ app, and reliable touch controls-all at a budget price. However, they criticize the earbuds for a hard-edged, limited sound signature, inconsistent bass, sharp or dull treble, poor call quality, and discomfort after extended wear, noting the lack of active noise cancellation as a drawback for noisy environments.
Everyday users appreciate the long battery life, secure fit for workouts, low price, and the ability to tweak sound via the app. Common complaints revolve around ear fatigue after two hours, thin or unbalanced sound, subpar call performance, and the absence of ANC.
Professional reviewers highlight the EarPods' ergonomic ear-shaped design, rich bass response, and seamless Lightning integration with reliable inline controls. They commend the durability and sweat resistance but criticize the open design's insecure fit and lack of noise isolation.
Everyday users love the easy Lightning plug, intuitive inline controls, and all-day comfort, but they commonly complain about the loose fit, absence of noise isolation, and the tendency of the cable to tangle.
“year of reliable performance with good battery endurance and comfortable fit, though noted fatigue after 2 hours of continuous wear”
“flat connector”
“effortlessly answer or end calls”
