The matte finish avoids the fingerprint-heavy look of glossy plastic and should stay cleaner in daily handling.
Pros: Overall recommendation, Active noise cancellation
Cons: Bass performance, Clamping force comfort
Best JBL Headphones & Earbuds for Smudge resistance
Smudge resistance was mixed: one review liked the case’s fingerprint resistance, while another said a glossy case picked up fingerprints.
Pros: Sound quality, Carry case quality
Cons: Portability/foldability, Button control usability
Smudge and scratch resistance is poor in the one review that judged it, with the case showing wear quickly.
Pros: Battery, Value for money
Cons: Carry case quality, Treble clarity