JLab JLab Studio Wireless On-Ear Headphones (Gray and Review
The JLab Studio Wireless headphones offer top-tier comfort and battery life for just $28, but you'll sacrifice call quality and long-term durability.
The 30-Second Version
For $28, you get amazing comfort and battery life, but the mic is bad and the build feels cheap. Best for casual listening at home. Worth it if your expectations are low and your budget is tight.
Overview
The JLab Studio Wireless headphones are a budget-friendly, on-ear option that promises 30 hours of battery life and a comfortable fit. They're foldable, have onboard controls, and offer a simple wireless experience without any app fuss.
Performance
Sound quality lands in the 71st percentile, which is solid for the price. The 40mm drivers deliver decent volume and clarity for music and casual listening. The big letdown is the microphone, which scores a weak 33.9 out of 100 for calls. Our data shows it's a common pain point.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Extremely comfortable, ranking in the 95th percentile. 91th
- Excellent 30-hour battery life with fast charging. 84th
- Simple onboard controls and EQ modes. 83th
- Folds up for easy portability. 82th
Cons
- Microphone quality is poor for calls.
- Build quality feels cheap and prone to hinge issues.
- No active noise cancellation.
- Uses an outdated Micro-USB port for charging.
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | On-Ear |
| Open/Closed | Closed |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.3 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Drivers | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Max SPL | 110 |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Range | 9.1 |
Battery
| Battery Life | 30 |
| Charge Time | 3 |
| Fast Charging | 10min=1hrs |
| Charging | Micro-USB |
| Capacity | 400 |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 1 |
| NC Mic | No |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| Volume Limiting | No |
Value & Pricing
At around $28, it's hard to complain too much. You're getting a lot of core features—long battery, decent sound, and great comfort—for very little money. Just know you're making serious trade-offs on build and call quality.
Price History
vs Competition
Don't compare these to a Sony WH-1000XM6 or AirPods Max. That's a different league. For the price, the real competition is other budget picks. The JBL Tune 770NC costs more but adds active noise cancellation. The Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus is a step up in sound and build. The JLab Studios win on pure comfort and battery life per dollar, but lose on durability.
| Spec | JLab JLab Studio Wireless On-Ear Headphones (Gray and | Sony Sony - WH-1000XM6- Best Wireless Noise Cancelling | Apple AirPods Max Apple - AirPods Max (USB-C) - Midnight | Sennheiser Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus Wireless Active | JBL JBL Tune 770NC Noise-Cancelling Over-Ear | Bang & Olufsen Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX Noise-Canceling Wireless |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | On-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 30 | 40 | 37 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | 48 | 16 | - | 32 | 24 |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Battery Life Hours | 30 | 30 | 20 | 50 | 70 | 35 |
Common Questions
Q: How is the sound quality for music?
It's decent for the price, scoring in the 71st percentile. The 40mm drivers provide good volume and clarity for casual listening, but don't expect deep, detailed bass or audiophile tuning.
Q: Can you use these for phone calls?
We don't recommend it. The microphone performance is the weakest area, scoring only 33.9 out of 100 in our tests. Callers will likely struggle to hear you clearly.
Q: How long does the battery last?
You get a legit 30 hours of playback, which is excellent. A 10-minute fast charge gives you about an hour of use, but it takes a full 3 hours to charge completely.
Who Should Skip This
Skip these if you need a reliable headset for work calls or Zoom meetings. The mic quality is a dealbreaker. Also, look elsewhere if you want durable, travel-ready headphones, as the build quality isn't built to last.
Verdict
Buy these if you need a super comfy, ultra-budget pair of wireless headphones for music and podcasts at home. The long battery is a bonus. Just don't rely on them for calls, and handle them gently.