Our Verdict
Okay for neutral listening. The Skullcandy Jib have a decently well-balanced frequency response although they can sound a bit boomy and cluttered. On the upside, they should sound good enough for most listeners and pack a good amount of bass that will sound exciting on most tracks. Unfortunately, they do not have a large and spacious soundstage due to their small closed-back design, which won't be ideal for more neutral listening.
- Simple and compact design.
- Very low leakage.
- Good Bass.
- Mediocre-at-best noise isolation.
- Weak build quality.
Decent for commuting. They're compact and fit into most pockets. They also have a decent control scheme that you can use on the go with your phone. Unfortunately, the in-ear fit does not block as much noise as typical in-ear headphones but should be fine if you're playing your music at higher than average volumes.
- Simple and compact design.
- Very low leakage.
- Good Bass.
- Mediocre-at-best noise isolation.
- Weak build quality.
Good for sports. These headphones have a decently stable in-ear fit, they're wireless and small enough to carry around on your person wherever you go. Unfortunately, though functional, their in-line remote doesn't have volume controls and the module on the back of the cable may cause the earbuds to slip out of your ears during more intense physical exercises.
- Simple and compact design.
- Very low leakage.
- Good Bass.
- Mediocre-at-best noise isolation.
- Weak build quality.
Fair for office use. The Skullcandy Jib Wireless don't leak, so you can mask the ambient noise of a lively office by playing your audio at higher than average volumes.
- Simple and compact design.
- Very low leakage.
- Good Bass.
- Mediocre-at-best noise isolation.
- Weak build quality.
Sub-par for gaming. They have a mediocre-at-best mic, lack customization options and have a bit too much latency to be suitable for gaming. They're also Bluetooth only headphones that will not pair with your Xbox One or PS4.
- Simple and compact design.
- Very low leakage.
- Good Bass.
- Mediocre-at-best noise isolation.
- Weak build quality.
Changelog
- Updated Nov 12, 2021: Converted to Test Bench 1.5.
- Updated Mar 11, 2020: Converted to Test Bench 1.4.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
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The Skullcandy Jib Wireless are a basic wireless in-ear decent enough for most use cases, and one of the best cheap earbuds we've tested. They have moderately balanced sound, a fair battery life and wireless range, and a simple design that's easy to use but doesn't volume controls. They're also a bit more comfortable than typical in-ears thanks to their small buds. Unfortunately, they do not come with a lot of tip options, and their build quality doesn't feel as durable as some of the other wireless in ears in their price range compared below. They also do not block noise as well as more conventional in-ear designs. See our recommendations for the best wireless earbuds under $50 and the best earbuds for bass.
The JBL E25BT Wireless are slightly better headphones than the Skullcandy Jib, but not by much. The JBL have a better build quality and a longer-lasting battery life. The E25BT also have a slightly better-balanced sound and better cable management, so the module on the back of their cable will not bounce around as much if you use the clip. On the other hand, the Jib have a better mid-range and will not sound as sharp on some S and T sounds.
The Skullcandy Jib Wireless are better headphones than the 1More Piston Fit. These wireless headphones are more stable for sports, have better sound quality, and don't have mismatched drivers like the Piston Fit. On the other hand, they are cheaply made and have a sub-par battery life, unlike the wired Piston Fit.
The Skullcandy Jib Wireless are better mixed-usage headphones than the KZ ZST. Their wireless design makes them more versatile and noticeably better for sports. They also have a microphone and controls, which the ZST lacks. On the other hand, the ZST are noticeably better built and feel more durable than the cheap, plasticky Skullcandy Jib. Also, the wired ZST won’t give you any latency issues, while the Jib Bluetooth connection might result in a noticeable delay.
Despite their similar names, the Skullcandy Jib Wireless and Skullcandy Jib True Wireless are very differently designed headphones each with their strengths. The Jib have an in-line microphone with better noise-handling capability and noticeably lower wireless latency on iOS and Android devices. However, the Jib True are better built, block out more ambient noise, leak less audio, and last longer on a single charge. They're also more portable courtesy of their truly wireless design.
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