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Jays A Jays One Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Jays A Jays One Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Jays A Jays One
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

80%

5.3

Technical score

20%

7.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 72% of headphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

52%

5.3

Sound

20%

5.3

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.1

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 83%
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 63%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Jays A Jays One

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components:

52%

5.3

Sound

20%

5.3

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.1

Calls & Controls

5.3
User score
User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Popularity:
Jays A Jays One has a popularity score of 7.6 points, which is higher than that of 71.3% of products in this category.
7.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.1
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
8.6 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 8.6 mm, smaller driver size than 95% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
no
This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
yes
This pair of headphones works with a companion app. 78.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Jays
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
14 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 14 g, lighter than 89.7% of headphones and equal to 1.3% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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Jays A Jays One vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 93.6% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (14 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    14 g vs 218 g
  • Companion app support
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 4.5x cheaper
    Jays A Jays One is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£20 vs £90).
    £20 vs £90
  • 4.5x cheaper
    Jays A Jays One is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£20 vs £90).
    £20 vs £90
  • 93.6% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (14 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    14 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • Companion app support
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • 31.4 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (8.6 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    8.6 mm vs 40 mm
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 2.7% worse value for money
    Jays A Jays One has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.08 vs 7.3).
    7.08 vs 7.27
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 31.4 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (8.6 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    8.6 mm vs 40 mm
  • 7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 8 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (95 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    95 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 6 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2010 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    April 2010
    2010 vs 2016

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Booredatwork.com
≈ estimated
11/09/2012
Hands-on review · button controls, sound and mic
Verdict
Jays a-Jays One offer solid sound and easy controls for Android users, though tangling and no carrying case are drawbacks.
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Jays A Jays One

  • Tangle-free flat cable design is highly effective and durable
  • Excellent value for money and affordable pricing
  • Good overall sound quality with punchy, full-bodied bass
  • Comes with five pairs of silicone sleeves (XXS to L) for a customizable fit
  • Solid build quality for an entry-level product
  • Dedicated Android app (for One+ model) provides extensive control options

What customers don't like about Jays A Jays One

  • Microphonics issue where moving the heavy cable creates audible noise in the ears
  • Heavy cable can sometimes pull the earbuds out of the ears
  • Packaging is often described as over-designed, difficult to open, and wasteful
  • Soundstage is relatively narrow and lacks high-end brightness for some listeners
  • Large and bulky plastic carrying case is not practical for portability
  • Lack of an included shirt clip to mitigate cable weight and noise

Verdict

The a-JAYS One is an entry-level in-ear headphone featuring 8.6mm custom dynamic drivers with a frequency response of 20 Hz – 18 kHz, a sensitivity of 95 dB @ 1 kHz, and a low 16-ohm impedance for easy driving. Its most distinctive characteristic is the 115cm tangle-free flat cable combined with a minimalist Swedish design. Main pros include a rich, bass-forward sound signature that remains balanced for the price, excellent durability, and the inclusion of five sizes of silicone sleeves for passive noise isolation. Cons include a lack of an inline remote or microphone (found in the 'Plus' version), microphonics where cable movement transfers noise to the ears, and a bulky storage case that isn't pocket-friendly.

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