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JBL Quantum 100M2 vs STEALTH PANTHER Multi-Format Gaming Headset

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against headsets at a similar price

The JBL Quantum 100M2 scores 6.4/10 overall, ahead of the STEALTH PANTHER Multi-Format Gaming Headset at 6.1/10.

The JBL Quantum 100M2 leads on comfort and noise cancelling and value.

They score the same on sound, microphone and connectivity and battery.

JBL Quantum 100M2

6.4/10verdict: good, not the best

The JBL Quantum 100M2 is for gamers and remote workers who want a simple wired headset with a detachable boom mic. It suits people who plug into a PC, console, phone or Mac through a 3.5 mm jack and want light, padded earcups for long sessions. It is not for anyone who needs wireless, Bluetooth or noise cancelling.

Typically about £25.20 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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STEALTH PANTHER Multi-Format Gaming Headset

6.1/10verdict: good, not the best

The STEALTH PANTHER is for gamers who want one wired headset across PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, PC and mobile. It suits people who value a proper boom mic with mute and volume controls and a comfortable fit for long sessions. It is not for anyone who wants wireless freedom or active noise cancelling.

Typically about £24.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightJBL Quantum 100M2STEALTH PANTHER Multi-Format Gaming Headset
Sound25%6/106/10
Microphone20%7/107/10
Comfort20%8/107/10
Connectivity and battery20%5/105/10
Noise cancelling and value15%6/105/10
Overall6.4/106.1/10

Specifications

SpecJBL Quantum 100M2STEALTH PANTHER Multi-Format Gaming Headset
ConnectionWired, 3.5 mm jack, 1.2 m cableWired, 3.5mm jack
Noise cancellingNonenot listed
MicrophoneDetachable boom, directional pickup, 100 Hz-10 kHz frequency response, sensitivity -42 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz, mute featureFlexible boom mic with pop filter, integrated volume control and mic mute
Battery lifenot listedNot applicable to wired models; LED variant is rechargeable via included USB-C cable, no battery life published
Weight220 g0.06 kg (2.11 oz) for the Lavender variant
Works withPCs, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, mobile devices, Macs and VR, via 3.5 mm jack (per German spec sheet; English list not confirmed)PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Series S, Series X, Nintendo Switch, PC and mobile devices

Strengths and weaknesses

JBL Quantum 100M2

  • + Light at 220 g, with memory foam cushions
  • + Detachable directional boom mic with mute feature
  • + Owners praise sound and voice pickup for the price
  • − No Bluetooth, wireless dongle or USB-C
  • − No active noise cancelling
  • − Platform list comes from a German spec sheet

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth or a wireless dongle
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling
  • People whose device has no 3.5 mm headphone port
Read the full JBL Quantum 100M2 review ›

STEALTH PANTHER Multi-Format Gaming Headset

  • + Boom mic with pop filter, volume control and mute
  • + Owners report comfort in long sessions
  • + Lists PS4, PS5, Xbox, Switch, PC and mobile
  • − Wired 3.5mm only, no Bluetooth
  • − No active noise cancelling
  • − Battery life unpublished for the LED variant

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth or any wireless connection
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling
  • Players who need a published battery life for the LED variant
Read the full STEALTH PANTHER Multi-Format Gaming Headset review ›

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