JBL JBL Endurance Peak 4 True Wireless In-Ear Sport Review

Buy these only if your workout involves jumping. The super-secure hooks and IP68 rating are perfect for athletes, but the average sound and weak ANC make them a poor choice for daily life.

Look, if you need a pair of earbuds that will absolutely not fall out during a workout, the JBL Endurance Peak 4 is your guy. That's the one thing to know. The twist-lock ear hooks are the star of the show here, and they're paired with a seriously tough IP68 rating that means you can sweat all over them or even drop them in a puddle. Everything else about these buds is pretty average for the price, but for pure, no-nonsense sport security, they deliver.

The performance story is a bit of a mixed bag. The battery life is solid, landing in the 60th percentile in our database, so you'll get through a long workout or a full day of errands without a sweat. But the sound quality and active noise cancellation are both below average, sitting around the 40th percentile. They get loud and have decent bass for workouts, but don't expect audiophile detail or Sony-level noise blocking.

At around $130, the value proposition is narrow. You're paying a premium for the extreme sport design and IP68 rating. If you're not an athlete or a serious gym rat, there are better-sounding, more comfortable buds for the same money.

The most relevant competitor is the JBL Tune Buds 2. They're from the same brand but ditch the hooks for a more traditional fit. They have much better ANC and sound quality for about the same price, but they're not built for a muddy trail run. If you want better sound and features for less, the CMF Buds Pro 2 are a killer deal. But if your top priority is 'will not fall out no matter what,' the Endurance Peak 4 is still the pick.

If you're looking for great sound or strong noise cancellation for your commute or office, this isn't it. The hooks will annoy you, and the audio performance is mediocre. Go get the JBL Tune Buds 2 or the CMF Buds Pro 2 instead. They're better all-rounders.

We recommend the JBL Endurance Peak 4, but only for a very specific person. If you're a runner, cyclist, CrossFitter, or anyone who needs absolute security and durability from your earbuds, these are a great, purpose-built tool. For everyone else—commuters, office workers, casual listeners—the compromises in sound, comfort, and features aren't worth it. Look at the Tune Buds 2 or the CMF Buds Pro 2 instead.