For the first time in a while, a pair of workout earbuds impressed me

I’ve reviewed countless pairs of headphones, specifically workout headphones, over the past few years. In fact, I’ve tested so many that I don’t expect to be surprised or impressed by new pairs all that often. After all, wireless earbuds for workouts tend to be similar in design and function. Yet, when I got the JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 Earbuds, I was pleasantly surprised. These headphones solved many of my complaints with past earbuds and left me quite impressed. After a few weeks of wearing them during easy walks, heavy lifting sessions, and sweat-drenched Peloton rides, I can confidently say I’ve found my new favorite workout earbuds.

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JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 Earbuds

The JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 Earbuds are advanced sport earbuds that provide hi-res sound and a solid fit for even the most intense workouts. A durable build, 52 hours of battery life with the case, and customizable sound provide a well-rounded and excellent earbud experience.

Pros

• Snug yet comfortable fit
• Great battery life
• Integrated USB-C cable and wireless charging compatible
• Customizable sound
• Easy touch controls
• Effective noise cancellation

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Price, availability, and specs

These workout earbuds feature hybrid dual drivers, comprising a 10mm dynamic driver for lower frequencies and a Knowles balanced armature driver for higher frequencies. They also support the LDAC Bluetooth codec for hi-res audio, provided you use them with an Android phone. Plus, they feature Lab Spatial Audio, hybrid active noise-canceling (ANC) with three different modes, and customizable EQ settings. The IP66 rating protects them from sweat, and the case offers an integrated USB-C cable with support for wireless charging.

The JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 Earbuds are available from most major retailers for $100, including Best Buy, Target, Walmart, Amazon, and the JLab website.

What I liked about the JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 Earbuds

A long list of things to love

One of the main problems I have with earbuds for workouts is fit. Every pair I’ve tried has at least some movement during workouts, meaning I’m adjusting them frequently to keep them in my ears or to keep the sound quality and noise cancelation at their best. That fiddling takes me out of the zone during my workout, which isn’t ideal. The JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 Earbuds, though, firmly stay put. They don’t even wiggle out during super sweaty Peloton rides, which has proved challenging for buds that typically offer a snug fit.