Sony MDREX15AP/B
Score: 71/100
JLab Go Air Pop Lilac
Score: 52/100Rankings
The Sony MDR-EX15AP/B is a budget-friendly wired in-ear headset with a 9 mm dynamic driver, solid bass and clear mids/highs, a lightweight design and an inline mic, but it lacks ANC, water resistance and advanced controls.
The JLab GO Air Pop delivers impressive total battery life, a lightweight fit, IPX4 resistance and dual-connect capability at a budget price. It lacks USB-C charging, an app, and active noise cancellation, and its latency is high for gaming or video.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 8 hoursbest | |
— | 9 mbest | |
9 mmbest | 6 mm | |
8 Hz | 20 Hzbest | |
22,000 Hzbest | 20,000 Hz | |
— | 350 mAhbest | |
100 dB | 103 dBbest | |
16 Ωbest | 16 Ωbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(4) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 9 mm | 6 mm |
Frequency Response (Low) (Hz) | 8 Hz | 20 Hz |
Frequency Response (High) (Hz) | 22000 Hz | 20000 Hz |
Sensitivity (dB) | 100 dB | 103 dB |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 24 months |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 3 g | 35.4 g |
IP Rating | None | IPX4 |
Ear Tip Sizes | Hybrid silicone rubber (3 pairs: small, medium, large) | Small, Medium, Large |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Charging Port Type | 3.5mm | USB-A |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the headset's solid audio performance for its price, noting the 9 mm dynamic driver, 100 dB/mW sensitivity, and 8-22 kHz frequency response. They also praise its stylish design and Smart Key app support, while noting the lack of volume control and ANC.
Users praise the earbuds for strong bass, clear mids/highs, comfort during long wear, and durability suitable for children. Common complaints focus on one-earbud failure, lack of inline volume control, inconsistent mic performance on some Android devices, and ear-tip fit issues for smaller ears.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the GO Air Pop as a value-focused earbud with standout battery life, solid audio, and a compact fit, but they point out its outdated USB-A charging and lack of an app or ANC, recommending the newer GO Pop+ for those features.
Everyday users praise the long battery life, comfortable small-ear fit, decent sound for the price, and the handy EQ toggle, while repeatedly complaining about the USB-A cable, missing app, overly sensitive touch controls, and the absence of active noise cancellation.
“Great sound for the price, especially the bass.”
“Kids love them and they're super lightweight.”
“Wish there was a volume button on the cable.”
