In depth comparison and review of Bowers & Wilkins PI3 and JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Height | 40 cm | 1.27 cm | |
Width | 3 cm | 10.2 cm | |
Depth | 4 cm | 10.2 cm | |
Weight | 31.8 g | 31.8 g | Both headphones are equally heavy. |
Colour | Blue | Gold | Space grey | Black | |
Protection | Water-resistant | IP54 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 9 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear - neckband | |
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Headphones Technology | Balanced armature | Dynamic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Generic Attribute Profile (GATT) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | aptX | - | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Noise Isolating | Yes | - | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 10 - 30000 Hz | - | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.3% | - | |
Impedance | - | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 9.2 mm | 12 mm | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds have a thicker diaphragm than Bowers & Wilkins PI3. |
Features | Dual driver | Magnetic ear buds | |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Type | On-cable | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds |
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Controls | Volume | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds |
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Cable Type | USB-C to USB-A cable - 20 cm | Micro-USB charge cable Audio cable - detachable |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 200 mAh | |
Battery Life | 8 hour(s) | 14 hour(s) | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds lasts longer on a single charge than the Bowers & Wilkins PI3. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 14 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 11 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 50 hours |
OTHERS | Bowers & Wilkins PI3 | JLab Audio Epic ANC Wireless Earbuds |
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Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable | 3 pairs of ear tips, 2 sizes Cush Fins, travel case, triple flange eartips (M) set, Cloud Foam eartips (M) set | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |