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JBL Junior 470NC Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:50 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):yes

JBL Junior 470NC Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.7

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 87% of models
Score components

80%

7.6

Technical score

20%

8.2

User score

▲Better than 87% of headphones
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

52%

7.9

Sound

20%

6.9

Features

10%

7.5

Design

8%

7.0

Connectivity

6%

7.9

Battery

4%

9.0

Calls & Controls

▲Better than 86% of headphones
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 10
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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
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▲ Better than 74% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on 228 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▲Better than 74% of headphones
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones JBL Junior 470NC

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
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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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components:

52%

7.9

Sound

20%

6.9

Features

10%

7.5

Design

8%

7.0

Connectivity

6%

7.9

Battery

4%

9.0

Calls & Controls

7.6
User score
User score
8.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 74% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on 228 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
5.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 50% of models
Popularity:
JBL Junior 470NC has a popularity score of 5.9 points, which is higher than that of 49.8% of products in this category.
5.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components:

60%

7.7

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.4
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
yes
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
yes
▲ Better than 73% of models
This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
32 mm
Driver size
32 mm
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 32 mm, smaller driver size than 74.2% of headphones and equal to 3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Number of drivers
1
▼ Worse than 4% of models
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
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
▼ Worse than 51% of models
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
yes
Noise-canceling microphone
yes
▲ Better than 61% of models
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
Can be used as a headset
yes
▲ Better than 15% of models
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
▲ Better than 78% of models
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 2 microphones, more microphones than 77.9% of headphones and equal to 8.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
Boom microphone
no
▼ Worse than 14% of models
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wireless
Connectivity
wireless
▲ Better than 51% of models
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
5.3
Bluetooth version
5.3
▲ Better than 89% of models
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 5.3, newer Bluetooth version than 88.7% of headphones and equal to 6.5% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
▼ Worse than 17% of models
Market range: <10 m – >15 m
This pair of headphones offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% of headphones.
Audio latency
?
Multipoint support
yes
Multipoint support
yes
▲ Better than 69% of models
This pair of headphones supports multipoint. 69.4% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
yes
Ambient sound mode
yes
▲ Better than 75% of models
This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode. 75.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
yes
EQ support
yes
▲ Better than 77% of models
This pair of headphones supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
yes
Companion app
yes
▲ Better than 78% of models
This pair of headphones works with a companion app. 78.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
▼ Worse than 61% of models
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
50 hours
Battery life
50 hours
▲ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 50 hours, higher battery life than 71.7% of headphones and equal to 5.7% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
28 hours
Battery life with ANC
28 hours
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <15 hours – >55 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life with ANC of 28 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 57.3% of headphones and equal to 2.1% of headphones.
Charging time
2 hours
Charging time
2 hours
▲ Better than 48% of models
Market range: <1.5 hours – >3.5 hours
This pair of headphones needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 47.8% of headphones and equal to 39% of headphones.
Quick charge
yes
Quick charge
yes
▲ Better than 67% of models
This pair of headphones supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
500 mAh
Battery capacity
500 mAh
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 500 mAh, lower battery capacity than 55.3% of headphones and equal to 9.4% of headphones.
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Brand name
JBL
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
196 g
Weight
196 g
▲ Better than 57% of models
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 196 g, lighter than 57.2% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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JBL Junior 470NC vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Active noise cancellation
    Active noise cancellation (ANC)
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    EQ support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    Companion app
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • Multipoint support
    Multipoint support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Noise-canceling microphone
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • LE Audio support
    Bluetooth LE Audio
    yes
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This pair of headphones supports LE Audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.6% of headphones support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • 15.7% better value for money
    JBL Junior 470NC has better value for money than the average pair of headphones (8.41 vs 7.3).
    8.41 vs 7.27
  • Foldable design
    Foldable
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Kid-friendly design
    Designed for kids
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This pair of headphones has a kid-friendly design, the average pair of headphones does not. 3.6% of headphones are designed for kids.
  • 10.1% lower weight
    Weight
    196 g
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (196 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    196 g vs 218 g
  • Active noise cancellation
    Active noise cancellation (ANC)
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Quick charge support
    Quick charge
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • 20 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    50 hours
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (50 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    50 hours vs 30 hours
  • USB-C charging
    USB Type-C
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This pair of headphones uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Play while charging
    Play while charging
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This pair of headphones can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Has a rechargeable battery
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This pair of headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    Multipoint support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • LE Audio support
    Bluetooth LE Audio
    yes
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This pair of headphones supports LE Audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.6% of headphones support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • AAC codec support
    AAC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • Fast pairing support
    Fast pairing
    yes
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    This pair of headphones supports fast pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 14% of headphones support fast pairing.
  • Multipoint connections
    Multipoint connections
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
    supports multipoint for up to 2 devices.
  • Clear call microphone
    Noise-canceling microphone
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    On-device controls
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 1 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    2
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0 – >4
    This pair of headphones has more microphones than the average pair of headphones (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • Wind noise reduction
    Wind noise reduction
    yes
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Sidetone
    yes
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Mute function
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    EQ support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    Companion app
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • Find-my-headphones feature
    Find my headphones
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This pair of headphones supports find-my-headphones features, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.7% of headphones support Find My Headphones.
  • 8 newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This pair of headphones was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2024 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    October 2024
    2024 vs 2016
  • No voice assistant support
    Voice assistant support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 8 mm smaller driver size
    Driver size
    32 mm
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (32 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    32 mm vs 40 mm
  • 19 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    83 dB/mW
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (83 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    83 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    20 Hz
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    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
  • 6.1 mm tighter earcup width
    Earcup inner width
    37.9 mm
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <33 mm – >60 mm
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup width than the average pair of headphones (37.9 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    37.9 mm vs 44 mm
  • 5 mm tighter earcup height
    Earcup inner height
    55 mm
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <43 mm – >73 mm
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    55 mm vs 60 mm
  • No travel bag
    Travel bag included
    no
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Neodymium magnet
    no
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    This pair of headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 6.1 mm tighter earcup width
    Earcup inner width
    37.9 mm
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <33 mm – >60 mm
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup width than the average pair of headphones (37.9 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    37.9 mm vs 44 mm
  • No travel bag
    Travel bag included
    no
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 5 mm tighter earcup height
    Earcup inner height
    55 mm
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <43 mm – >73 mm
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    55 mm vs 60 mm
  • 8 mm smaller driver size
    Driver size
    32 mm
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (32 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    32 mm vs 40 mm
  • 19 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    83 dB/mW
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (83 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    83 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    20 Hz
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    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 neodymium magnet
    Neodymium magnet
    no
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    This pair of headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 25 dB lower max SPL
    Max SPL
    85 dB
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <95 dB – >126 dB
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (85 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    85 dB vs 110 dB
  • 22 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    Sound pressure level
    81 dB SPL
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <94 dB SPL – >115 dB SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (81 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    81 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 13.8% lower battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    500 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (500 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    500 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • No voice assistant support
    Voice assistant support
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

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telegraph.co.uk
11/12/2025
Summary of the review
The best headphones for kids, tried and tested by my children
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lbtechreviews.com
28/08/2025
Summary of the review
JBL Junior JR470NCGo to product viewer dialog for this item. – Safe sound with high party factor
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sueddeutsche.de
11/09/2025
Summary of the review
This is not a product for toddlers
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appgefahren.de
09/12/2025
Summary of the review
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culturellementvotre.fr
01/03/2026
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JBL Junior 470 NC Review: Are These Headphones Really for Kids?
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leclaireur.fnac.com
23/02/2025
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JBL Junior 470 NC Review: Poor isolation drags down the overall score
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educaciontrespuntocero.com
25/01/2025
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My son tried some parental control headphones—and he loved them!
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mixedgrill.nl
28/02/2025
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Third-party reviews

Based on 228 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about JBL Junior 470NC

  • Excellent sound quality with clear notes and good bass performance for a kids' model.
  • Highly effective active noise cancellation (ANC), especially useful for travel.
  • Long battery life of up to 50 hours (ANC off) or 28-34 hours (ANC on).
  • Comprehensive parental controls via the JBL Headphones app, including volume and time limits.
  • Comfortable fit with soft, cushioned ear pads and a lightweight 196g design.
  • Safe volume capping at 85dB to protect young listeners' hearing.
  • Foldable design and quick charging capability (5 minutes for 3 hours of play).

What we don't like about JBL Junior 470NC

  • Sizing can be slightly large for younger children (e.g., 4-year-olds), occasionally preventing a perfect ear seal.
  • Fit can feel a bit snug or tight for kids at the upper end of the age range (e.g., around 13 years old).
  • Isolating earcups can make the ears feel warm during extended use.
  • Higher price point compared to some other junior headphone options.
  • Primary construction is mostly plastic, which some users feel may impact long-term durability.

Verdict

The JBL Junior 470NC is a wireless over-ear headphone specifically designed for children, featuring 32mm dynamic drivers and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. Its primary characteristic is the JBL Safe Sound technology that caps the volume at 85dB to protect young ears, complemented by Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) to block external distractions. The device offers a substantial 50-hour battery life (34 hours with ANC on), a speed-charge feature providing 3 hours of playback from a 5-minute charge, and integrated parental controls via the JBL Headphones app to monitor usage and set playtime limits. Main pros include its lightweight 196g foldable design, durable oversized controls, and the inclusion of a built-in microphone for online learning. However, some users have noted that the noise cancellation could be more robust in extremely loud environments and that the over-ear fit can feel slightly bulky or loose for younger children with smaller heads.

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