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Josh Russell
TechRadar
“The JLab Buds' sound isn't able to compete with either in‑ear rivals or more expensive open‑ears, with the treble feeling a bit sharp and the midrange cluttered.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Great situational awareness
- Wide soundstage
- Decent EQ settings
- Affordable price point
- Open Design Lets You Hear Surroundings
- Secure Fit During Exercise
Points of Contention
- Muddy mids
- Sharp treble
- Fit stability
- Lackluster Audio Performance
- No Companion App
- Only Modest Water Resistance
Professional Reviews
2 reviews from 2 critics50
Tim Gideon
PCMag
“JLab's Open Sport earphones might attract exercise aficionados with a design that doesn't seal off your ear canals, but their sound quality simply isn't very good.”
