Jaybird X4 (2018) vs Jaybird Run (2019)

The Jaybird X4 (2018) has done really well in a number of roundups conducted by sources that perform their own hands-on testing, such as Android Central, Gear Patrol, and iMore - it was awarded the "Jaybird dominates the workout earbuds market, and for good reason. Its latest offering in this space, the X4, features an IPX7 waterproof design, Comply foam ear tips that provide a secure fit, custom EQ profiles to tailor the sound to your preferences, and eight hours of play time between charges." title by Android Central, "Ranked 1 out of 10" by Gear Patrol, and "Ranked 1 out of 7" by iMore. That's high praise from reliable sources.

As for the Jaybird Run XT, it wasn't able to earn a top spot in any roundups from trusted sources that conduct their own hands-on testing. Nevertheless, it managed to impress reviewers at PCmag, Rtings, and Tom's Guide enough to make it onto their respective shortlists.

Sources that tested and scored both products, like PCmag, Rtings, and Tom's Guide, haven't shown a preference for either in their reviews.

We also examined the available data to learn which sources liked these two Wireless Earphones best and found that the Jaybird X4 (2018) managed to get its highest, 9, review score from Macworld, whereas the Jaybird Run XT got its best rating from PCmag - 8.

Finally, we also compared their review scores to the rest of their competition - the Jaybird X4 (2018) earned an average review score of 8.1 out of 10 points and the Jaybird Run XT received an average of 7.4, compared to the 7.2 average of Wireless Earphones in general.