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Brand | Jaybird |
Model Name | Vista 2 Nimbus Gray |
Color | Gray |
Form Factor | In Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth 5.0 |
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- ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION cuts out background noise so you stay in the zone and perform at your max.Note : If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, you may not obtain the correct sound qualities or call performance. Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears.Specific uses for product : Sports and Exercise
- Product Note : If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, you may not obtain the correct sound qualities or call performance. Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears
- SURROUNDSENSE keeps you connected and aware of your surroundings. Wind-guarded mics monitor ambient noise so you can stay spatially aware without missing a beat.
- EARTHPROOF DURABILITY IP68 waterproof, sweatproof, and dustproof, with MIL-STD 810G freeze, shock, and impact resistance..Note:If you face issue in Bluetooth connectivity please turn off the Bluetooth function for a couple of minutes, then turn it back on
- PREMIUM SOUND 6MM milled drivers, Active Noise Cancellation, and customizable EQ profiles to own your sound.
- SPORT FIT 3 sizes of interchangeable eargels let you find the most secure and comfortable fit for your active lifestyle.
- 24-HOUR BATTERY LIFE 8 hours of audio on a full charge, plus 16 more in the charging case, with a 5 minute quick charge offering an hour of play time.
- CLEAR VOICE Make calls and voice assistant commands thanks to 2 beamforming microphones in each bud
- DOUBLE-TAP CONTROL Double tap Vista 2 to easily switch between Active Noise Cancellation and SurroundSense or customize controls via the app.
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Sound quality | 3.8 | 5.0 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Battery life | 3.6 | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.4 |
Noise cancellation | 3.4 | 4.3 | 3.6 | 4.2 | 4.4 | 3.9 |
Comfort | — | — | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.9 | — |
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connectivity tech | Bluetooth 5.0 | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Bluetooth |
headphones form factor | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | Over Ear | In Ear |
connector type | wireless | — | wireless | — | — | usb |
noise control | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | — | active noise cancellation |
cable feature | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable |
control type | Voice Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | control |
water resistance | waterproof | water resistant | waterproof | — | water resistant | water resistant |
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Battery Life
| 8 Hours | 6 Hours | 14 Hours | 6 Hours |
Battery Reserve in Case
| 24 Hours | 16 Hours | - | 16 Hours |
Quick Charge
| 5 Min for 1 Hour | 5 Min for 1 Hour | 5 Min for 2 Hours | 5 Min for 1 Hour |
Sound Specs
| 6 MM Milled, ANC, AAC | 6 MM Milled | 6 MM | 6 MM Milled |
Safety
| Surroundsense, Winddefense | - | Reflective Cord | — |
Earbud Durability
| IP68 - MIL, Sweatproof | IPX7 - MIL, Sweatproof | IPX7 - MIL, Sweatproof | IPX7 - MIL, Sweatproof |
Case Durability
| IP54 Protective Case | Protective Case | - | Protective Case |
Fit
| Eargel | Eargel | Switch Fit Eargel | Eargel |
Voice
| 2 Mics / Side | 1 Mic / Side | 1 Mic | 1 Mic / Side |
Seamless
| Wireless Charging Case | USB Charging Case | Snaplock | USB Charging Case |
Easy Pairing
| Open Case to Pair | - | - | — |
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Package Dimensions | 7.72 x 4.45 x 1.65 inches |
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Item Weight | 0.236 ounces |
ASIN | B08B3H688Q |
Item model number | 985-000929 |
Batteries | 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
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3.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #34,503 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #2,284 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones #3,227 in Climate Pledge Friendly: Electronics |
Date First Available | June 8, 2021 |
Manufacturer | Jaybird |
Country of Origin | Malaysia |
Charging Time | 8 Hours |
Item Weight | 6.7 Grams |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Customers have negative opinions about the connectivity and value of the headphones. They mention that the wireless connection is really finicky and can lose connection. They also dislike charging. Customers also differ on fit, battery life, performance, quality, and sound quality.
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Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that the sound is excellent when you set the EQ to bass boost, and provides a very natural reproduction of the music. However, others say that the sounds are not super impressive, and high pitched noises or any short noise will cause disruptions.
"...the bass was booming and mids and highs were crisp and clear, it was the mind blowing experience I was hoping for completely blowing away what I had..." Read more
"...well and everything from “Nineteen” by Steely Dan to Handel sounds absolutely fantastic...." Read more
"...with the Surroundsense, small high pitched noises or any short noise will cause disruptions and sometimes a high frequency mirroring effect that is..." Read more
"...Good: Awesome sound, awesome fit(seriously you can wear them for hours without fatigue and they dont move at all when running),great battery, fair..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the headphones. Some mention that it functions well during long exercises or days at the office, while others say that they simply stop working. The overall function of these is worse than $40 no name buds found on this site, and the individual earbuds stopped working and recharging. The problem is persistent and the ear buds are now unusable.
"...First went down to a 2, but the problem is persistent and they are now unusable. Now 1/5, starting from 5/5, in such a short time :..." Read more
"...I haven’t tried yet in really loud environments but it worked insanely well in my house and I couldn’t hear my kids running around me screaming haha...." Read more
"...Sometimes one bud just stops working.Bottom line: These buds are just. plain. FUSSY. And, when they work, they are just okay...." Read more
"...Sitting indoors the ANC works ok. But outside, with any wind, they become nearly unlistenable. Somehow they amplify the wind noise significantly...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the headphones. Some mention that the quality and build just blows the Klipsch T5's away, while others say that they broke after one year of gentle use, the build quality is mediocre, and the rubber pads are prone to breaking.
"...i love these and the quality and build just blows the klipsch t5's away...." Read more
"...durable and waterproof earbud with decent sound quality (you lose some fidelity for its excellent active lifestyle tradeoff)..." Read more
"...Both were phenomenal but the Vista 2's are not a polished product like its predecessors unfortunately:..." Read more
"...These are such a STEAL for $100. The quality is unbeatable even at $200+ ranges. Also gotta love the tactile button rather than touch!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that the medium ear bud fits perfect in one ear, while others say that the fit is all over the place and hard to find a comfortable fit. The tips fit in easily and the sound quality is great. However, some customers also say that not for small ears and not for riding on a bike.
"...no guessing on whether they are charging and its smaller and easier to open as well as being water proof too." Read more
"...was really surprised these Vistas are actually smaller and fit so well in my small ear. The app is unreal the way it lets you customize the sound...." Read more
"...On top of that, I agree with some comments that the sizes are too different. Small to medium is such a huge range...." Read more
"...Good: Awesome sound, awesome fit(seriously you can wear them for hours without fatigue and they dont move at all when running),great battery, fair..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the headphones. Some mention that it has decent battery life, while others say that it isn't great. They mention that the headphones fit really well and that the bass boost is good.
"...great battery, fair to good noise canceling." Read more
"...4. So far battery life feels worse, somehow, than my old Vistas...." Read more
"...Fit and comfort all day no problemBattery life 10 hrs no problem if you turn off the noise canceling and other BS..." Read more
"Battery life could be better, conversion could be better, however the sound quality is good and they stay in my ear throughout my workout...." Read more
Customers have connectivity issues with the headphones. They mention that the wireless connection is really finicky, and the earbuds easily get out of the case. The app also has connectivity issues and resets the connection to their phone. They say the Bluetooth seems weak and would often distort.
"...One note: set-up was confusing and I assumed at first that the earbuds were dead on arrival...." Read more
"Dislikes: After software update I had many connection difficulties. One would connect, the other wouldn't. Sometimes both wouldn't connect...." Read more
"...… they sometimes give feedback for no reason or will randomly disconnect for no reason, fully charged...." Read more
"...Unfortunately the wireless connection is really finicky, with the earbuds easily getting out of sync just by pausing and playing with the single tap..." Read more
Customers have issues with the charging of the headphones. Some mention that the right earbud consistently doesn't charge, while others say that the charging case is not reliable. Some customers also say that they randomly stop playing and only play static.
"...First went down to a 2, but the problem is persistent and they are now unusable. Now 1/5, starting from 5/5, in such a short time :..." Read more
"...But they're too unreliable and I can't trust I won't have an issue with them during a long run. Will be returning them...." Read more
"...After a factory reset, the right earbud won't charge and now it won't pair.I'm done and switched to a different brand of earbud." Read more
"...I have to spend 5-10 mins trouble shooting because one of the headphones is glitching like crazy, or straight up stuck playing a stutter sound, or..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the headphones. They say that the product is not worth the price, the quality is poor, and the headphones are annoying.
"...2 WEEK UPDATE: The quality is questionable and I'm kinda wondering if they will just randomly quit out on me after they have done some weird things..." Read more
"...These are just a waste of money... I honestly get better weather performance from a $25 pair of skullcandy buds that are actually waterproof...." Read more
"...now I figured out they aren't that great to begin with and were poorly executed...." Read more
"...of this up and I'm really disappointed I paid this much for an inferior product when compared to my previous (and much cheaper) ear buds. Bummer!" Read more
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3 WEEK UDPATE: One of the earbuds will get very quiet as the other continues at full volume. Tolerable when listening to a podcast, though still very irritating. Unusable with music. Hissing sounds after they get wet, too. Also with the Surroundsense, small high pitched noises or any short noise will cause disruptions and sometimes a high frequency mirroring effect that is quite annoying. First went down to a 2, but the problem is persistent and they are now unusable. Now 1/5, starting from 5/5, in such a short time :(
2 WEEK UPDATE: The quality is questionable and I'm kinda wondering if they will just randomly quit out on me after they have done some weird things (grab them together to pick them up and they make a high pitched noise, sometimes one bud will give a weird hiss/air release sound). On top of that, I agree with some comments that the sizes are too different. Small to medium is such a huge range. Medium to large isn't too bad, but still a lot more than I've experienced with other buds (I have to get the large in just right to avoid irritation, but medium doesn't want to stay in well and wobbles). However, they haven't quit out yet, and are still fully functionable. But going down to a 4.
I bought the original Vista because it's a minimalist fit (no ear tangleups with masks, sunglasses, etc.), durable and waterproof earbud with decent sound quality (you lose some fidelity for its excellent active lifestyle tradeoff)
I decided to upgrade once I saw the Vista 2 had 'Surroundsense' to hear your surroundings outside, or communicate with people inside and hear what's happening around the house. It's the best application of this I've seen, and has a great level of customization. It's absolutely better than what my Sony WF and WH XM4s can do, and even offers customization for how much you want to hear, which most headphones only have for their ANC (if my partner turns on the TV or plays music out of a speaker, I turn down the Surroundsense a bit). This is an active earbud, so this customization and open-earbud feeling it provides is very welcome.
If you want ANC, it's noticeably less effective than the Sonys I just mentioned, but good enough so I can continue my audiobooks while blowdrying my hair.
One note: set-up was confusing and I assumed at first that the earbuds were dead on arrival. However, through a bit of trial and error I figured it out and they work great.
I'm about one week in, so I'll update if durability is an issue.
I’ve had some pairs of Jaybird X2’s for many years and they’ve last great with battery longevity and reliability. They’ve always fit a little big in my ear so I was really surprised these Vistas are actually smaller and fit so well in my small ear. The app is unreal the way it lets you customize the sound. I’ve never had EQ adjust so well and everything from “Nineteen” by Steely Dan to Handel sounds absolutely fantastic. It took me maybe 1 minute to get the EQ that sounds best to me. It also has a really neat feature where the music will stop if you take a earbud out. That threw me off at first until I realized it was a setting I could toggle on and off. Super cool feature I haven’t heard of on other buds.
The ANC is pretty crazy good. I couldn’t hear ANYTHING. I haven’t tried yet in really loud environments but it worked insanely well in my house and I couldn’t hear my kids running around me screaming haha. I’ll most likely just leave the setting on none to save battery life but nice to have!
These are such a STEAL for $100. The quality is unbeatable even at $200+ ranges. Also gotta love the tactile button rather than touch!
Highly highly recommend!
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Naturally I was more than happy to try Jaybird again. I bought these Vistas for significantly less than my first pair of Jaybirds (nearly $100 less) and was excited to try them out.
For the pros, the button controls are incredibly handy and customisation is easy and straightforward. The audio quality is excellent (in my opinion). The auto-pause/play function when you take the buds out is extremely convenient as well. Their fit is extremely non invasive and comfortable, and the case is very easy to carry around. They're a very light, discreet, and secure fit especially during exercise, which is what I mostly use them for.
As for the cons, the ANC and Surroundsense functions are prone to activating accidentally. Not a huge deal, but it can be pretty annoying at times. On the off occasion, buds won't charge in the case. I'm assuming it's because they're not securely connected to the magnetic charger, and there is a light on the case that indicates if it's charging. But in a situation where you need to store your buds and go, sometimes you'll reopen the case to a half-dead bud.
Finally is the biggest issue I have with the product: the battery life. This issue single-handedly brought my review down from a 4.5-5 star review to a 3. I'm not sure if it's a fluke with my buds specifically but while my right bud seemingly lasts as long as my old run batteries did, the left dies incredibly quickly. As seen in the screenshots I took during one workout session, my left bud loses battery roughly 5× as fast as the left. While I could get about 4+ continuous hours out of my old buds, I'm lucky to get anywhere near half that with these ones as they both deactivate once the bud reaches 10%.
For all the good these buds do, it's beyond inconvenient and outright annoying to get such little use out of these products between charges.
***EDIT: Leaving my previous review intact but I'll just add the new stuff here:
Got in touch with Amazon and returned my old paid for a replacement: exact same model as prior. Can confirm that the battery issues I was having with the first pair aren't around with these ones. Battery life is absolutely stellar and I'm thoroughly satisfied with the purchase. I'd just recommend anyone buying to be wary of this issue and keep your packaging for a while to make any returns easier.
4.5/5!
Reviewed in Canada on August 15, 2023
Naturally I was more than happy to try Jaybird again. I bought these Vistas for significantly less than my first pair of Jaybirds (nearly $100 less) and was excited to try them out.
For the pros, the button controls are incredibly handy and customisation is easy and straightforward. The audio quality is excellent (in my opinion). The auto-pause/play function when you take the buds out is extremely convenient as well. Their fit is extremely non invasive and comfortable, and the case is very easy to carry around. They're a very light, discreet, and secure fit especially during exercise, which is what I mostly use them for.
As for the cons, the ANC and Surroundsense functions are prone to activating accidentally. Not a huge deal, but it can be pretty annoying at times. On the off occasion, buds won't charge in the case. I'm assuming it's because they're not securely connected to the magnetic charger, and there is a light on the case that indicates if it's charging. But in a situation where you need to store your buds and go, sometimes you'll reopen the case to a half-dead bud.
Finally is the biggest issue I have with the product: the battery life. This issue single-handedly brought my review down from a 4.5-5 star review to a 3. I'm not sure if it's a fluke with my buds specifically but while my right bud seemingly lasts as long as my old run batteries did, the left dies incredibly quickly. As seen in the screenshots I took during one workout session, my left bud loses battery roughly 5× as fast as the left. While I could get about 4+ continuous hours out of my old buds, I'm lucky to get anywhere near half that with these ones as they both deactivate once the bud reaches 10%.
For all the good these buds do, it's beyond inconvenient and outright annoying to get such little use out of these products between charges.
***EDIT: Leaving my previous review intact but I'll just add the new stuff here:
Got in touch with Amazon and returned my old paid for a replacement: exact same model as prior. Can confirm that the battery issues I was having with the first pair aren't around with these ones. Battery life is absolutely stellar and I'm thoroughly satisfied with the purchase. I'd just recommend anyone buying to be wary of this issue and keep your packaging for a while to make any returns easier.
4.5/5!
Battery in one of the buds is barely lasting 2 hours while other is still at 70%.
Ip68 water resistant is a lie, first time i got in a rain, almost right away water got into right bud and sound got very muffled, stayed that way until dried out in couple of days.
Rubber insulation cover is visibly not tied against buds plastic with plenty of spaces for water to sip through.
Overall sound is good, fit is pretty good too if not for Battery life and water resistance, would be a solid 4-5 stars.
My first jaybirds worked fine up until a certain update. I noticed they would skip all the time similar to how a CD would in a disk player. There was nothing wrong with the headphones for it to be doing this. I noticed it would often skip when the phone connected to the internet and it would take a brief second or two for the interference to clear up. I tried to report this but there weren’t many options on the support page and they were a gift so I didn’t have a receipt. One notable thing is that the iPhone I was using was an 8.
So I bought the newer model going in thinking “okay maybe that skipping problem I will be over” but would you guess it- they still skipped. Albeit it wasn’t as horrible as my original pair but it was noticeable during meditation sessions and podcasts. Same problem where it would skip briefly when the phone connected to the internet but it would also do it randomly for no reason just like the first ones.
Here’s the thing though, I got an iPhone 13 not too long ago, and wouldn’t you have it- no more skipping. I have data now so I don’t always have to use the wifi. I haven’t experienced a single skip at all since getting the new phone so it seems they work great with newer phone models because it’s possible that’s what the updates are aimed at.
Other than this strange problem (which I hope Jaybird tackles and fixes at some point) these headphones are great. I really love them and the paint won’t chip off like the old ones. Only thing that slightly bugs me is the earbud feels a bit sharp when inserting it but I had the same problem when I first got my older jaybirds and my ears just needed to adjust. Hopefully I break it in soon.
I leave the noise cancellation off because I can hear my hair moving around on them. Very annoying but it does filter sounds. It also somehow has the capability of allowing ambient noise, which basically means it can magically turn itself into a pair of spy headphones. I bet I could hear people talking smack about me from across the room if I left that feature on. Again, these features might work for someone else but they’re not for me personally.
Alright, that’s about enough honesty (and one way too wordy review) for one day. I hope this helps someone decide whether they will buy this product or not. I’m pretty tolerant when it comes to experiencing problems with stuff I buy but some people don’t want to deal with the trouble and I get that. I personally love these headphones and I hope they last me a long time.
EDIT (April/9/2023):
So I’ve had these things about a year now and I thought that my long term complaints about this product will hopefully let you know what you will also have to deal with in the long run. I’ve knocked off two stars from my original rating because I was being too optimistic.
One thing that sucks is that the replacement ear pieces aren’t form fitting for the headphone. There’s space between the plastic and silicone. It might contribute to why my right ear piece falls out more than my left but I don’t know. They also tend to hurt my ears if I wear them for extended periods of time, and I can have them in for up to four hours a day.
Another thing is that verdigris has formed on the sensors, which indicates they are made from copper. If anyone doesn’t know what verdigris is, it’s what covers the statue of liberty and gives it that weird green/blue color. I have to manually try to clean it out of my headphones but the way the little censors are set up I can’t even clean it all out. This stuff is formed from exposure to moisture, and ears definitely have enough oils to cause that to happen. My first jaybirds never did this and it annoys me that I have to deal with it.
Last thing is that the ear buds themselves, those little things that insert into your ears- are sharp on the rims. They actually can become a little painful when wearing long term. Not so bad if you’re not wearing them constantly like I do, but it can make them difficult to wear and I have to take a break.
What sucks is that I really like these headphones. The sound quality is really good and I like the customization options. I really like the Jaybirds, but it sucks that I paid like $200 for these things to be disappointing. I really like a lot of qualities they have, but there are long term problems that need to be worked on and some of the issues from the first jaybirds carried on to these ones. So just bare all this in mind when buying them. Honestly, you’d probably be better buying AirPods.
Reviewed in Canada on April 1, 2022
My first jaybirds worked fine up until a certain update. I noticed they would skip all the time similar to how a CD would in a disk player. There was nothing wrong with the headphones for it to be doing this. I noticed it would often skip when the phone connected to the internet and it would take a brief second or two for the interference to clear up. I tried to report this but there weren’t many options on the support page and they were a gift so I didn’t have a receipt. One notable thing is that the iPhone I was using was an 8.
So I bought the newer model going in thinking “okay maybe that skipping problem I will be over” but would you guess it- they still skipped. Albeit it wasn’t as horrible as my original pair but it was noticeable during meditation sessions and podcasts. Same problem where it would skip briefly when the phone connected to the internet but it would also do it randomly for no reason just like the first ones.
Here’s the thing though, I got an iPhone 13 not too long ago, and wouldn’t you have it- no more skipping. I have data now so I don’t always have to use the wifi. I haven’t experienced a single skip at all since getting the new phone so it seems they work great with newer phone models because it’s possible that’s what the updates are aimed at.
Other than this strange problem (which I hope Jaybird tackles and fixes at some point) these headphones are great. I really love them and the paint won’t chip off like the old ones. Only thing that slightly bugs me is the earbud feels a bit sharp when inserting it but I had the same problem when I first got my older jaybirds and my ears just needed to adjust. Hopefully I break it in soon.
I leave the noise cancellation off because I can hear my hair moving around on them. Very annoying but it does filter sounds. It also somehow has the capability of allowing ambient noise, which basically means it can magically turn itself into a pair of spy headphones. I bet I could hear people talking smack about me from across the room if I left that feature on. Again, these features might work for someone else but they’re not for me personally.
Alright, that’s about enough honesty (and one way too wordy review) for one day. I hope this helps someone decide whether they will buy this product or not. I’m pretty tolerant when it comes to experiencing problems with stuff I buy but some people don’t want to deal with the trouble and I get that. I personally love these headphones and I hope they last me a long time.
EDIT (April/9/2023):
So I’ve had these things about a year now and I thought that my long term complaints about this product will hopefully let you know what you will also have to deal with in the long run. I’ve knocked off two stars from my original rating because I was being too optimistic.
One thing that sucks is that the replacement ear pieces aren’t form fitting for the headphone. There’s space between the plastic and silicone. It might contribute to why my right ear piece falls out more than my left but I don’t know. They also tend to hurt my ears if I wear them for extended periods of time, and I can have them in for up to four hours a day.
Another thing is that verdigris has formed on the sensors, which indicates they are made from copper. If anyone doesn’t know what verdigris is, it’s what covers the statue of liberty and gives it that weird green/blue color. I have to manually try to clean it out of my headphones but the way the little censors are set up I can’t even clean it all out. This stuff is formed from exposure to moisture, and ears definitely have enough oils to cause that to happen. My first jaybirds never did this and it annoys me that I have to deal with it.
Last thing is that the ear buds themselves, those little things that insert into your ears- are sharp on the rims. They actually can become a little painful when wearing long term. Not so bad if you’re not wearing them constantly like I do, but it can make them difficult to wear and I have to take a break.
What sucks is that I really like these headphones. The sound quality is really good and I like the customization options. I really like the Jaybirds, but it sucks that I paid like $200 for these things to be disappointing. I really like a lot of qualities they have, but there are long term problems that need to be worked on and some of the issues from the first jaybirds carried on to these ones. So just bare all this in mind when buying them. Honestly, you’d probably be better buying AirPods.
In terms of sound quality, they sound great. No complaints there... other than maybe they tend to run a little quiet overall, so I find myself having them on near-max volume often.
Battery life - great. Not once have I found that I am actually running out of battery. I have found something wireless charging doesn't work as intended, but wired is perfect.
The case and the earbuds themselves are awesome. Turning up and down the volume on the earbuds isn't as precise as I wish it could be. There is no feedback to know if it's working until suddenly the music is at max volume in your ears. Oh, and do not buy these if you are wanting active noise cancelling. It's not fantastic, but there are other reasons to buy these.
Unfortunately, the connectivity just isn't great. They work alright on phones, but often audio will cut in and out for no observable reason. Sometimes, an earbud will simply stop working, so you have to put it back in the case and take it out again to reset it. If you have active noise cancelling off, the next time you turn it on it might randomly be back to noise cancelling, or surround sense, which is super annoying. The wind filtering in both ANC and Surround Sense is brutal, which is why I can never use them in normal day-to-day life. I simply turn them off, and the wind filtering is more tolerable. Lastly, these do not work well at all when you use them on Windows devices, such as a laptop or PC. I would recommend only using these if there is a Jaybird App to connect to.
Overall, they aren't bad headphones. I would probably give them a 3.5/5. For the price, I was expecting a little more polish. Ah well.