JBL Tune 220TWS
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
What Buyers Say
JBL Tune 220TWS
The JBL earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and workout suitability, but a significant number report severe battery issues, poor microphone performance, and build quality defects like cracking or rubber pieces falling off. The left earbud failing to hold charge is a recurring complaint, and customer service experiences have been disappointing for some.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit for workouts
- Good bass and surround sound
- Affordable alternative to AirPods
- Single bud use possible
Cons
- Battery life shorter than advertised
- Left earbud fails to hold charge
- Poor microphone in wind
- Build quality issues (cracking, rubber falling off)
- No battery percentage indicator
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
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Tune 220TWS | Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 140 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Lightweight, Microphone Included, Universal Phone Control | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.5, HFP 1.6 | — |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | Yes | USB-C |
| Range | 15.199999809265137 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 3 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | Sleek, convenient charging case with a shape inspired by a river stone, a soft body, and a curved li | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | micro-USB | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 19 hrs | 24 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | micro-USB | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | iOS, Android | Android & iOS |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune 220TWS
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong sound (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average battery (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
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 (33rd percentile)
Pricing
JBL Tune 220TWS
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 39 specs.
