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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£110
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 20 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

JBL E55bt review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.6

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%

4.7

Technical Score

20.0%

9.1

User score

Good
4.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

4.6

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

7.1

Design

8.0%

5.2

Connectivity

6.0%

5.3

Battery

4.0%

8.1

Calls & Controls

Poor
9.1

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%

8.7

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.3
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  • 6.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    7.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    3.1

    Battery life

  • 3.5
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    3.1

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.9

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 6.8
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    7.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    3.1

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 4.1
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.9

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    3.1

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The JBL E55BT is a wireless over-ear headphone featuring 50mm dynamic drivers that deliver a 20Hz–20kHz frequency response and 32-ohm impedance. Its main characteristics include a 20-hour battery life with a quick 2-hour recharge time, Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity with multi-point support for switching between two devices, and a comfortable, lightweight design with a fabric-covered headband. Key pros include powerful bass-forward sound quality, reliable controls integrated on the earcups, and the inclusion of a tangle-free fabric cable for passive, wired listening. However, notable cons include a lack of active noise cancellation (ANC), the absence of a carrying case in the box, and a predominantly plastic build that some users find less premium.

Technical Specifications of JBL E55bt

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

4.6

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

7.1

Design

8.0%

5.2

Connectivity

6.0%

5.3

Battery

4.0%

8.1

Calls & Controls

4.7
JBL E55bt has a technical score of 4.71 points, which is lower than that of 60.2% 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%

8.7

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.3
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4.5
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3.8
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

9.1
JBL E55bt has a user score of 9.08 points, which is higher than that of 88.4% 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.
10
JBL E55bt has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.9% 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%

5.6

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

6.9
JBL E55bt has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is higher than 57% 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
JBL E55bt does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% 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: MEDIUM

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: MEDIUM

50 mm
JBL E55bt uses a driver size of 50 mm, larger driver size than 86.1% of headphones and equal to 8.3% 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
JBL E55bt uses 1 drivers, 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

20 Hz
JBL E55bt reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% 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: MEDIUM

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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: MEDIUM

yes
JBL E55bt is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% 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

2
JBL E55bt has 2 microphones, more microphones than 78.2% of headphones and equal to 8.8% of headphones.
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
JBL E55bt does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% 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

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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: HIGH

wireless
JBL E55bt supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

4.0
JBL E55bt uses Bluetooth version 4.0, newer Bluetooth version than 57.4% of headphones and equal to 4.8% of headphones.
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

10 m
JBL E55bt offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
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: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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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: MEDIUM

yes
JBL E55bt supports multipoint. 35% 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

N/A
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
JBL E55bt does not support EQ customization. 23.3% 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
JBL E55bt does not work with a companion app. 44.4% 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: LOW

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

yes
JBL E55bt supports voice assistants. 39.2% 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: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

20 hours
JBL E55bt offers battery life of 20 hours, lower battery life than 65.5% of headphones and equal to 8.2% of headphones.
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: HIGH

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: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
JBL E55bt needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
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: MEDIUM

no
JBL E55bt does not support quick charging. 69.1% 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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

610 mAh
JBL E55bt has a battery capacity of 610 mAh, higher battery capacity than 57% of headphones and equal to 3% of headphones.
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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: MEDIUM

JBL
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: HIGH

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

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

231.6 g
JBL E55bt weighs 231.6 g, heavier than 54.9% 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: HIGH

closed-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: MEDIUM

4
JBL E55bt has a clamp force of 4, lower clamp force than 51.5% of headphones and equal to 7.5% of headphones.
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JBL E55bt vs the average headphone

  • 10 mm larger driver size
    JBL E55bt uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    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: MEDIUM

    JBL E55bt uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.50 mm vs 40 mm
  • More flexible connectivity
    JBL E55bt offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired 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: HIGH

    JBL E55bt offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • On-device controls
    JBL E55bt includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    JBL E55bt includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    JBL E55bt includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    JBL E55bt includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Foldable design
    JBL E55bt has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% 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

    JBL E55bt has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 1 more microphones
    JBL E55bt has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 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

    JBL E55bt has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.2 vs 1
  • Rechargeable battery
    JBL E55bt has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones rely on an internal rechargeable battery instead of replaceable disposable cells.
    When it matters: When you expect regular wireless use and want charging convenience instead of buying and replacing disposable batteries.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    JBL E55bt has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • 13.4% higher user score
    JBL E55bt has a higher user score than the average headphone (9.08 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.
    JBL E55bt has a higher user score than the average headphone (9.08 vs 8.000).9.08 vs 8
  • Foldable design
    JBL E55bt has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    JBL E55bt uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • Rechargeable battery
    JBL E55bt has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    JBL E55bt offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • On-device controls
    JBL E55bt includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    JBL E55bt includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 1 more microphones
    JBL E55bt has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.

Total
Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • No travel bag
    JBL E55bt does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 6.2% higher weight
    JBL E55bt is heavier than the average headphone (231.6 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    JBL E55bt has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    JBL E55bt has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 10 hours shorter battery life
    JBL E55bt has a lower battery life than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    JBL E55bt has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 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

    JBL E55bt has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    JBL E55bt has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 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

    JBL E55bt has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 10 hours shorter battery life
    JBL E55bt has a lower battery life than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    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: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    JBL E55bt has a lower battery life than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.20 hours vs 30 hours
  • No travel bag
    JBL E55bt does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
    What it is: Comes with a protective carrying case or pouch
    When it matters: When protection in transit matters right out of the box.

    Importance: LOW

    JBL E55bt does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 6.2% higher weight
    JBL E55bt is heavier than the average headphone (231.6 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: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    JBL E55bt is heavier than the average headphone (231.6 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.231.6 g vs 218 g
Total
Design
Sound
Battery

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What customers like about JBL E55bt?

  • Reliable Bluetooth connectivity with the ability to connect to two devices simultaneously
  • Lightweight and ergonomic over-ear design suitable for long listening sessions
  • Solid 20-hour battery life with a quick 2-hour recharge time
  • Powerful audio performance featuring strong bass and clear highs for the price point
  • Includes a tangle-free fabric cable for passive, wired listening when the battery is low
  • Foldable design with swiveling earcups for better portability

What customers dislike about JBL E55bt?

  • Lacks a protective carrying case or pouch in the standard retail box
  • Poor passive noise isolation, making them less ideal for very noisy environments
  • Plasticky build quality, with some users reporting durability issues at the hinges
  • Buttons on the earcup are positioned close together, leading to accidental presses
  • No Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) or companion app for custom EQ settings
  • Microphone quality is mediocre, especially the built-in wireless mic compared to the inline cable mic

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15/04/2017
JBL E55BT Wireless Headphones Review

The JBL E55BT wireless over-ear headphones deliver highly impressive value for their $149.95 price point, earning a Silver Medal for their design, performance, and comfort. Visually, they offer a sleek, rounded aesthetic available in multiple colors, featuring a solid plastic build with ear cups that swivel 90 degrees for enhanced portability. Comfort is a major strength thanks to...Read more

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12/05/2017
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The JBL E55BT over-ear wireless headphones offer a functional design and highly reliable Bluetooth performance at an affordable, budget-friendly price point. Built primarily with plastic components and fabric-covered headbands, they manage a reasonably comfortable, lightweight fit suitable for all-day listening, though they lack a premium luxury feel. Key highlights include an...Read more

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15/03/2018
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The JBL E55BT Wireless are described by RTINGS as comfortable, lightweight over-ear headphones with decent build quality, good battery life, and a detachable cable for passive listening, making them an okay option for casual, mixed-use. Their sound profile is generally balanced for, but not tailored for, audiophiles. RTINGS.comHowever, the headphones suffer from poor noise...Read more

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18/11/2021
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The JBL E55BT wireless headphones, as reviewed on SoundGuys, feature a 20-hour battery life and a comfortable design with a punchy sound profile suitable for pop music. They offer useful features like multi-device pairing and a detachable, tangle-free cloth cable. YouTube· However, the headset is criticized for its squeaky, cheap plastic construction and a lack of headband padding....Read more

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pcmag.com
17/03/2017
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The PCMag review of the $149.95 JBL E55BT over-ear wireless headphones describes them as a strong mid-range option with 50mm drivers, praising their powerful, punchy bass, clear highs, and comfortable design suitable for long listening sessions. They feature a 20-hour battery and include a detachable fabric cable for passive, wired use. Conversely, the review notes the headphones...Read more

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27/04/2017
JBL E55BT Wireless Over-Ear Headphones Review

The JBL E55BT is a wireless over-ear Bluetooth headphone model that delivers impressive everyday performance with excellent build quality and a comfortable, ergonomic design. The earcups rotatable by 90 degrees allow the device to rest comfortably around the neck, while the well-padded ear cushions and textile-covered headband ensure long-lasting comfort without causing pressure...Read more

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techtest.org
19/06/2017
JBL E55BT Bluetooth Headphones Review - Techtest

The JBL E55BT serves as a mid-range, budget-friendly Bluetooth option priced around €120, featuring an all-plastic build that prevents fingerprints and a convenient fully foldable design for easy travel. On the positive side, they offer a durable construction, 16 to 18 hours of real-world battery life, a comfortable over-ear fit with thick padding, and a highly dynamic sound...Read more

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04/01/2017
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The JBL E55BT is a versatile Bluetooth over-ear headphone that balances cost with strong dynamic audio performance. Priced around €129, it stands out for its deep, punchy bass response that cleanly handles R&B and electronic tracks without overpowering mid or high frequencies. It features large 50mm drivers, a generous 20-hour battery life with a quick 2-hour recharge time, and an...Read more

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likehifi.de
15/11/2017
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The JBL E55BT is a versatile, low-impedance wireless headphone designed primarily for mobile devices like smartphones and tablets, offering an impressive blend of performance and value. The build quality is highly commendable, featuring a well-padded headband, a secure fit that avoids slipping during movement, and earcups that rotate 90 degrees and fold neatly for transport. Users...Read more

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25/08/2017
JBL E55BT Review - Over-Ear Headphones - Connect

The JBL E55BT over-ear wireless headphones offer great value and practical, daily usability with a sturdy, lightweight design. A key advantage is their portability, featuring 90-degree swiveling, folding earcups and a fabric-wrapped headband, making them easy to pack. Weighing under 250 grams, they ensure a comfortable fit, while 50mm drivers provide sound in a closed-back design....Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
06/03/2017
JBL E55BT review on kopfhoerer.de

The JBL E55BT is a modern, flexible, and lightweight (226 grams) over-ear Bluetooth headphone designed primarily for mobile use. Powered by 50mm drivers, it delivers a full, well-balanced, and detailed sound profile that avoids artificial bass exaggeration, making it a great companion for long listening sessions on the go. Key pros highlighted in the review include its impressive...Read more

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computerbild.de
27/01/2017
JBL E55BT review: Testing the Bluetooth headphones

The JBL E55BT Bluetooth over-ear headphones received a "good" rating of 2.2 from COMPUTER BILD due to their impressive battery life and pleasant audio quality. While the manufacturer claimed a 20-hour playback time, lab testing revealed that the headphones actually lasted over 33 hours, making them a standout option for longevity. In terms of sound profile, they offer an overall...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
21/09/2018
JBL E55BT: best price - Les Numériques

The JBL E55BT is a wireless over-ear headphone that balances solid build quality, aesthetic design, and lasting comfort for extended listening sessions. According to user feedback, the device avoids looking cheap despite its plastic components and sits very comfortably on the head. It delivers an overall balanced sound profile with punchy bass and provides clean microphone...Read more

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leclaireur.fnac.com
25/09/2017
JBL E55BT Quincy Edition Lab Test: A beautiful, high-performing headphone

The Labo Fnac review awards the JBL E55BT Quincy Edition a 4 out of 5-star rating, praising it as a stylish, well-performing, and foldable circum-aural wireless headset. The lab testing highlights a highly faithful frequency response (scored at 8.4/10). It provides a clean, well-reproduced sound signature with very minimal distortion (scored at 7.1/10). Additionally, it features...Read more

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on-mag.fr
01/03/2017
JBL E55BT Review: An affordable Bluetooth headset that actually works well

The ON-mag review praises the JBL E55BT as a simple, effective, and surprisingly high-performing entry-to-mid-range Bluetooth headphone. Retailing at 130 €, this lightweight over-ear model (226–231g) features large 50mm dynamic drivers housed independently from the battery and circuitry to protect acoustic performance. The reviewer notes that its sound signature is dynamic,...Read more

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digitalvideoht.it
31/08/2017
JBL E55BT - Digital Video Home Theater

The JBL E55BT is a closed-back, over-ear wireless headphone aimed at younger consumers, balancing solid musical performance with excellent daily practicality. The reviewer praised its exceptionally fast Bluetooth pairing, lasting 20-hour battery life, and lightweight, stable fit on the head. In terms of sound, it delivers a pleasant, mostly neutral signature with a powerful, deep...Read more

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letemsvetemapplem.eu
25/02/2017
JBL E55BT Review – Truly Excellent Bluetooth Listening

The JBL E55BT is a pair of closed-back, over-ear wireless headphones that offer strong hardware performance and rich functionality for their mid-range price point. Equipped with 50mm drivers and operating on Bluetooth 4.0, these headphones weigh 231 grams and deliver a clear, bass-heavy "JBL signature sound". Key design highlights include an innovative textile-padded headband and...Read more

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bnnvara.nl
09/03/2018
Test: what is the best bluetooth over-ear headphone?

In a 2018 review by the Dutch consumer platform Kassa, six Bluetooth over-ear headphones under €130 were evaluated for sound quality, comfort, and battery life by a panel from the HKU (Utrecht School of the Arts) and two 3FM DJs. The Sony MDR-XB950B1 emerged as the winner with a score of 7.4, praised for its build quality, ease of use, and detailed sound. While it was noted for...Read more

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xgn.nl
11/03/2017
JBL E55BT Review - Bluetooth headphones that last for hours

The JBL E55BT wireless over-ear headphones, as reviewed by XGN, are characterized as a comfortable and budget-friendly option suitable for multi-genre listening. Key strengths include a comfortable design featuring a fabric headband and soft leather ear cushions, a 20-hour battery life, reliable Bluetooth multi-device connectivity, and a versatile sound profile. However, the review...Read more

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