Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
JBL Vibe JBLVBUDSBEGAM
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality with deep bass
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Useful heart-rate sensor
- Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
- Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
- Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
- Case battery could be stronger
- High price point
- Different fit compared to previous generations
JBL Vibe JBLVBUDSBEGAM
The JBL Vibe Buds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, strong bass, and long battery life. Users appreciate the comfortable fit and the companion app with its equalizer and ambient sound control. However, a significant and recurring complaint is the open-top charging case, which risks losing earbuds and collecting debris, and some users find the touch controls finicky or the earbuds prone to falling out without the correct ear tip size.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Strong bass
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Useful companion app with equalizer
Cons
- Open charging case collects debris
- Risk of losing earbuds from open case
- Touch controls can be finicky
- Earbuds may fall out without correct ear tip size
- Reconnection process after auto-shutoff is inconvenient
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | JBL Vibe JBLVBUDSBEGAM | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | 3 sizes included |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.04 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | — | 8 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | JBL Vibe Buds - True Wireless Earbuds, Smart Ambient, VoiceAware, Up to 32 Total Hours of Battery Life with Speed Charging, Water and dust Resistant, JBL Deep Bass Sound (Beige) |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 32 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Android & iOS | JBL Headphones |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IP54 |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
JBL Vibe JBLVBUDSBEGAM
- Strong battery (78th percentile)
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
JBL Vibe JBLVBUDSBEGAM offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 33 specs.
