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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£200
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

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

7.0

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%

7.0

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Very good
7.0

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%

8.4

Sound

20.0%

3.0

Features

10.0%

6.9

Design

8.0%

5.9

Connectivity

6.0%

8.8

Battery

4.0%

8.5

Calls & Controls

Very good
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 3.7
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.4

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    1.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 5.2
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 6.4
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.4

    Weight

    24.0%

    9.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    9.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Soul Electronics Jet (and its Pro variant) is a lightweight, over-ear wired headphone designed specifically for travelers, featuring active noise cancellation (ANC) powered by a single AAA battery. Weighed at approximately 216g to 252g, it includes professional-grade noise control tested against aviation standards, 40mm neodymium dynamic drivers, and a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz. Its main pros include an extremely comfortable fit with memory foam ear pads, a foldable design for portability, a detachable tangle-free cable with an in-line remote, and a passive mode that allows music playback even when the battery is drained. However, some cons include a bass-heavy sound signature that can lack overall detail or feel hollow, a noise cancellation system that may not fully block high-pitched chatter, and the requirement for external AAA batteries rather than a built-in rechargeable source.

Technical Specifications of Soul Electronics Jet

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%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

7.0
Soul Electronics Jet has a technical score of 6.99 points, which is higher than that of 83.1% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Soul Electronics Jet has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% 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%

7.0

Overall score

40.0%

9.5

Price

7.7
Soul Electronics Jet has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.7 points, which is higher than 78.9% 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

yes
Soul Electronics Jet supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% 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

40 mm
Soul Electronics Jet uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% 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
Soul Electronics Jet 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
Soul Electronics Jet 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

yes
Soul Electronics Jet supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% 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: MEDIUM

yes
Soul Electronics Jet 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

4
Soul Electronics Jet has 4 microphones, more microphones than 88.2% of headphones and equal to 5% 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
Soul Electronics Jet 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

wired
Soul Electronics Jet supports wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% 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: MEDIUM

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

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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

N/A
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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
Soul Electronics Jet does not offer ambient sound mode. 76.9% 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
Soul Electronics Jet 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

N/A
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

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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

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: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

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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

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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

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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

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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

Soul
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

on-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

252 g
Soul Electronics Jet weighs 252 g, heavier than 63% of headphones and equal to 0.4% 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

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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

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Soul Electronics Jet vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Soul Electronics Jet supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Soul Electronics Jet supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Clear call microphone
    Soul Electronics Jet offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    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

    Soul Electronics Jet offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Soul Electronics Jet 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

    Soul Electronics Jet includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 6 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Soul Electronics Jet has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (108 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

    Soul Electronics Jet has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • In-line controls
    Soul Electronics Jet 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

    Soul Electronics Jet includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 3 more microphones
    Soul Electronics Jet has more microphones than the average headphone (4 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

    Soul Electronics Jet has more microphones than the average headphone (4 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.4 vs 1
  • Foldable design
    Soul Electronics Jet 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

    Soul Electronics Jet has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Removable battery
    Soul Electronics Jet has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
    What it is: Battery can be detached and replaced
    When it matters: When long-term serviceability or battery replacement matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Soul Electronics Jet has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
  • Foldable design
    Soul Electronics Jet has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Soul Electronics Jet supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • 6 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Soul Electronics Jet has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • Removable battery
    Soul Electronics Jet has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Soul Electronics Jet can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Clear call microphone
    Soul Electronics Jet offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Soul Electronics Jet includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Soul Electronics Jet includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 3 more microphones
    Soul Electronics Jet has more microphones than the average headphone (4 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.

Total
Design
Sound
Battery
Calls & Controls
  • 15.6% higher weight
    Soul Electronics Jet is heavier than the average headphone (252 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Soul Electronics Jet has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Soul Electronics Jet 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

    Soul Electronics Jet 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
  • 15.6% higher weight
    Soul Electronics Jet is heavier than the average headphone (252 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

    Soul Electronics Jet is heavier than the average headphone (252 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.252 g vs 218 g
  • 4.65x less popular
    Soul Electronics Jet is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Soul Electronics Jet is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • 2.22x more expensive
    Soul Electronics Jet is more expensive than the average headphone (£200 vs £90).
    Soul Electronics Jet is more expensive than the average headphone (£200 vs £90).£200 vs £90
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Soul Electronics Jet?

  • High level of comfort for long listening sessions due to memory foam ear pads
  • Effective noise cancellation for low-frequency hums like aircraft noise
  • Pronounced and powerful bass response suitable for bass-heavy genres
  • Lightweight, foldable, and portable design including a travel case
  • Functional passive mode that allows listening even when batteries are dead
  • Tangle-free cable design with an in-line remote for convenience

What customers dislike about Soul Electronics Jet?

  • Overall sound quality can feel 'hollow' or 'muddled' when ANC is active
  • Requires a triple-A battery for noise cancellation rather than being rechargeable
  • Lacks fine detail in the midrange and high frequencies
  • Passive isolation is weaker compared to competitors due to thinner earcup padding
  • Noise cancellation may inconsistently pick up movement or bias sound to one ear

Expert reviews

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whathifi.com
15/04/2015
Soul Electronics Jet Pro review (Includes evaluation of standard Jet acoustics)

The What Hi-Fi? review gives the Soul Electronics Jet Pro noise-cancelling headphones a poor rating because they cost too much for what they offer. On the positive side, these headphones have a smart design made from nice aluminium and leather-look materials. They also feature a good battery life and come with a useful interchangeable cable and battery. Inside the box, you get extra...Read more

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applianceretailer.com.au
22/04/2014
Soul headphones less Ludacris, more fitness focused under new distribution

The Soul Jet noise-canceling headphones represent a strategic pivot for the brand under its new distributor, Powermove, moving away from fashion and rapper endorsements toward a functional, athlete-focused identity. Priced at RRP $249, the headphones feature an exceptionally high-quality and engaging multi-layered cardboard packaging system that includes dual device cords (Apple and...Read more

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appgefahren.de
13/08/2014
SOUL Jet: New noise-cancelling headphones review

The SOUL Jet over-ear noise-cancelling headphones deliver a highly mixed performance that makes them a "two-faced" product, starting with a premium unboxing experience and exceptional physical comfort. On the positive side, the headphones come with a generous travel accessory package, including a rugged hard case, airplane adapter, and dedicated control cables for both iOS and...Read more

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hifitest.de
01/10/2013
Soul Jet - Hi-Fi Headphones Review - Excellent", "Soul Jet Hi-Fi Headphones Tested: Excellent

The Soul Jet is a lightweight, active around-ear headphone designed specifically to enhance the audio performance of mobile devices, retailing for approximately €250. Weighing just 230 grams due to its primarily plastic construction, it features comfortable, soft padding on the earcups and headband that easily accommodates larger ears. The package includes two 1.2-meter cables (one...Read more

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whathifi.com
15/04/2015
Soul Electronics Jet Pro review

The What Hi-Fi? review of the Soul Electronics Jet Pro active noise-cancelling headphonesgives them a poor rating, concluding that they offer "all looks but no real substance" for their £250 price tag. On the positive side, the headphones feature a smart design with a premium aluminium and leather-look headband, comfortable lightweight fit, and good battery life. The packaging also...Read more

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