Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. JLab Audio Epic Air ANC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM3 and JLab Audio Epic Air ANC. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. JLab Audio Epic Air ANC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 JLab Audio Epic Air ANC
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 17 g 7 g JLab Audio Epic Air ANC are lighter than Sony WF-1000XM3 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 8.5 g
Charging case: 77 g
Charging case: 57 g
Colour Black | Silver Black
Protection - Sweat-resistant, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000XM3 JLab Audio Epic Air ANC
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency 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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - JLab Smart ANC
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 110 dB
Diaphragm 6 mm 8 mm JLab Audio Epic Air ANC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000XM3.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000XM3 JLab Audio Epic Air ANC
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Sensitivity - -40 dB
Microphones Included - 3
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000XM3 JLab Audio Epic Air ANC
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, equaliser preset, ANC on/off
CABLE Sony WF-1000XM3 JLab Audio Epic Air ANC
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm -
FEATURES Sony WF-1000XM3 JLab Audio Epic Air ANC
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant ready, Siri ready
Sensors - On-ear detection
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000XM3 JLab Audio Epic Air ANC
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 90 mAh
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 48 hour(s) JLab Audio Epic Air ANC lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000XM3.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 4.5 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 4 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 15 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 48 hours
Continuous playback: up to 12 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 8 hours
Standby Time 15 hours 100 hours JLab Audio Epic Air ANC have longer standby time than Sony WF-1000XM3.
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM3 recharge faster than Sony WF-1000XM3.
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 JLab Audio Epic Air ANC
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Sony WF-1000XM3 JLab Audio Epic Air ANC
Included Accessories Charging case 3 pairs of gel ear tips, charging case (700 mAh), Cloud Foam eartips (M) set, 2 pairs of Extra Long tips (medium, large)
Compliant Standards - Bluetooth Class 1, IP55
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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