Jays V Jays Review | 93 Data compared

Jays V Jays Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£55
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

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

5.7

Overall score

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 components:

80.0%

4.9

Technical Score

20.0%

8.5

User score

Good
4.9

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

4.8

Sound

20.0%

4.0

Features

10.0%

8.2

Design

8.0%

4.6

Connectivity

6.0%

4.6

Battery

4.0%

4.4

Calls & Controls

Poor
8.5

User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

8.5

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.3
(1426)
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4.0
(72)
United States
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4.3
(1426)
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4.0
(72)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Excellent
  • 5.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    4.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    4.0

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    4.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 5.7
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    18.0%

    ?

    Weight

    16.0%

    4.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    4.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 4.6
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    4.0

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    4.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    14.0%

    4.0

    Companion app

  • 6.6
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    ?

    Weight

    24.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    12.0%

    4.0

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Jays v-Jays are ultra-lightweight, open-back on-ear headphones designed for high portability, weighing just 59g and featuring a collapsible, folding headband for compact storage. Technically, they are equipped with 40mm dynamic drivers utilizing neodymium magnets, offering a frequency response of 25 Hz to 20,000 Hz, an impedance of 24 Ohms, and a high sensitivity of 113dB, making them exceptionally easy to drive from mobile devices. Main characteristics include their distinct square-shaped earpieces with replaceable foam pads and a dual-sided 0.6m cable that includes a 0.7m extension in the box. Their primary pros are a punchy, detailed sound with well-tempered bass and crisp highs, alongside a comfortable, low-clamping fit that feels stable even during movement. However, notable cons include an lack of sub-bass depth, a slight 'graininess' or coarseness in the high frequencies, and a lack of isolation due to their open-back design, which makes them less ideal for noisy commutes.

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Jays V Jays

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

4.8

Sound

20.0%

4.0

Features

10.0%

8.2

Design

8.0%

4.6

Connectivity

6.0%

4.6

Battery

4.0%

4.4

Calls & Controls

4.9
Jays V Jays has a technical score of 4.93 points, which is lower than that of 93.8% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

8.5

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
(1426)
amazon
4.0
(72)
United States
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4.3
(1426)
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4.0
(72)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

8.5
Jays V Jays has a user score of 8.55 points, which is higher than that of 83% of products in this category.
Popularity
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.
8.5
Jays V Jays has a popularity of 8.5 points, which is higher than 80.6% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

5.7

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.0
Jays V Jays has a quality-to-price ratio of 7 points, which is lower than 67.8% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Jays V Jays does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: HIGH

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: HIGH

40 mm
Jays V Jays uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Jays V Jays uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

25 Hz
Jays V Jays reaches a lowest frequency of 25 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 98.5% of headphones and equal to 0.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: LOW

no
Jays V Jays does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: LOW

no
Jays V Jays is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

?
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Jays V Jays does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A
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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: LOW

wired
Jays V Jays supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <60 ms

N/A
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: LOW

no
Jays V Jays does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Jays V Jays does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Jays V Jays does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Jays V Jays does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

no
Jays V Jays does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >45 hours

N/A
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: LOW

no
Jays V Jays does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: LOW

Jays
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: LOW

on-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <150 g

59 g
Jays V Jays weighs 59 g, lighter than 80.5% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: LOW

open-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: LOW

8.9
Jays V Jays has a clamp force of 8.9, higher clamp force than 99.1% of headphones and equal to 0.5% of headphones.
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Jays V Jays vs the average pair of headphones

  • 72.9% lower weight
    Jays V Jays is lighter than the average pair of headphones (59 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <150 g

    Jays V Jays is lighter than the average pair of headphones (59 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.59 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Jays V Jays 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.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
    When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Jays V Jays 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.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Jays V Jays has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1% vs 0.3%). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3%.
    What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
    When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=1%

    Jays V Jays has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1% vs 0.3%). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3%.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • Foldable design
    Jays V Jays has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Jays V Jays has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Wireless charging support
    Jays V Jays supports wireless charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 3.9% of headphones support wireless charging.
    What it is: Supports charging via wireless charging pad
    When it matters: When you prefer dropping the headphones on a pad instead of plugging in a cable.

    Importance: LOW

    Jays V Jays supports wireless charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 3.9% of headphones support wireless charging.
  • Open-back design
    Jays V Jays uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
    When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.

    Importance: LOW

    Jays V Jays uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 6.8% higher user score
    Jays V Jays has a higher user score than the average pair of headphones (8.55 vs 8.000).
    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.
    Jays V Jays has a higher user score than the average pair of headphones (8.55 vs 8.000).8.55 vs 8
  • 44.7% more popular
    Jays V Jays is more popular than the average pair of headphones (8.49 vs 5.869).
    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.
    Jays V Jays is more popular than the average pair of headphones (8.49 vs 5.869).8.49 vs 5.87
  • 72.9% lower weight
    Jays V Jays is lighter than the average pair of headphones (59 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Foldable design
    Jays V Jays has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Open-back design
    Jays V Jays uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Jays V Jays has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1% vs 0.3%). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3%.
  • Wireless charging support
    Jays V Jays supports wireless charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 3.9% of headphones support wireless charging.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Jays V Jays 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.
  • Fixed cable
    Jays V Jays has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 4.6 higher clamp force
    Jays V Jays has a higher clamp force than the average pair of headphones (8.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • No travel bag
    Jays V Jays does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Jays V Jays does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 7 Hz weaker bass extension
    Jays V Jays has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (25 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Jays V Jays has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 5 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    Jays V Jays has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • No battery indicator
    Jays V Jays 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
    Jays V Jays is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • No voice assistant support
    Jays V Jays does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 7 older release date
    Jays V Jays was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2009 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    June 2009
  • No passive noise reduction
    Jays V Jays does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
    When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.

    Importance: HIGH

    Jays V Jays does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No voice assistant support
    Jays V Jays does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
    What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
    When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Jays V Jays does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    Jays V Jays has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
    What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
    When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.

    Importance: LOW

    Jays V Jays has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 7 Hz weaker bass extension
    Jays V Jays has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (25 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Jays V Jays has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (25 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.25 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Not headset-ready
    Jays V Jays is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
    When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

    Importance: LOW

    Jays V Jays is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 4.6 higher clamp force
    Jays V Jays has a higher clamp force than the average pair of headphones (8.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
    When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

    Importance: LOW

    Jays V Jays has a higher clamp force than the average pair of headphones (8.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.8.9 vs 4.3
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Jays V Jays has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Jays V Jays has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • No battery indicator
    Jays V Jays does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
    What it is: Shows remaining battery charge visually or audibly
    When it matters: When you dislike unexpected shutdowns and want clearer warning before leaving home, boarding a flight, or joining a call.

    Importance: LOW

    Jays V Jays does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.

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Third-party reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Jays V Jays?

  • Extremely lightweight and portable design (approx. 2 ounces)
  • Collapsible arms for compact storage
  • Detailed and balanced audio performance for the price point
  • Solid bass response that is punchy without being bloated
  • Spacious soundstage with good instrument separation
  • Includes helpful accessories like a 27.5-inch extension cable and extra earpads

What customers dislike about Jays V Jays?

  • Noticeable sound leakage due to open-back design
  • Build quality feels somewhat 'plasticky' and lacks long-term durability
  • Foam earpads are thin and can feel flimsy or wear down easily
  • Clamping pressure may cause ear fatigue during long listening sessions
  • Lacks modern features like an inline remote, microphone, or carrying pouch
  • Short native cable length (approx. 23.5 inches) without the extension

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