Our Verdict
The Jaws are above-average for most use cases except critical listening. They block a lot of noise so they're a decent option for loud environments and they also barely leak which makes them good headphones to use at the office. They have a stable around-the-neck design, and they're quite comfortable for an in-ear model. Unfortunately, they do not have the best sound, and their build quality feels cheap and plasticky.
- Good noise isolation.
- Minimal leakage.
- Subpar sound quality.
- Cheap and flimsy build.
Sub-par for neutral listening. They have a dark and bass-heavy sound that's muddy and a little boomy. The bass and Mid-Range are overemphasized drowning most instruments and vocals which also lack clarity due to the recessed Treble Range. That and the poor Soundstage caused by their small closed in-ear design makes the sound of the Jaws a bit disappointing for most users but especially for neutral listeners.
Above-average for commuting. They're portable headphones that block a good amount of noise and barely leak. They also have a decent control scheme.
Above-average for sports use. They have an around-the-neck design that's stable when running or jogging. They're lightweight, portable and wireless. However, the in-ear tips do slide a little in the ear canal during strenuous activity, which may not be ideal for all sports.
Good for office use. They block a good amount of office chatter and barely leak at high volumes, so they won't bother your colleagues.
Changelog
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Feb 16, 2018: Converted to Test Bench 1.2.
- Updated Sep 28, 2017: The microphone has been tested with our new methodology, as explained here
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The Anker SoundBuds Life are a better neckband headset than the Mpow Jaws 4.1 Wireless. The Anker have a much better build quality that looks and feels more premium, although their cables are still pretty thin and fragile. The Anker also have a much better-balanced sound and a longer lasting battery life. On the other hand, the Mpow are cheaper and have slightly better cable management. The Mpow also isolate better in noisy conditions, and their in-ear fit is a bit more comfortable to wear for long listening sessions than the Anker, although not by much.
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