JLab Audio JBuds2

Inexpensive. Solid bass response for the price.

Very sculpted highs can be overly sibilant. Few accessories.

You can spend more money on lunch at McDonald's than you would on the JBuds2. They are almost certainly an upgrade from free bundled earbuds, and come recommended if you are shopping on an extreme budget. That said, if you are someone who loves audio...

Big on bass ; Powerful ambient listening mode ; Lengthy playtimes ; Extensive control scheme ; Stable fit

Weak noise cancellation and call quality ; Bulky and uncomfortable ; Relies too heavily on multiple apps ; Buggy software

The JLab JBuds Air ANC (2nd Gen) receives a few new features for the same price, but it doesn’t fix many of the original’s problems.