JBL Reflect Aero
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
JBL Reflect Aero
The JBL Reflect Aero TWS earphones have polarized reviews. While some users praise the sound quality, fit, and value, many report serious issues with charging alignment, connectivity, and durability, with several units failing within months. The charging case is a common pain point, often requiring precise placement to charge, and the microphone and noise cancelling are criticized in noisy environments.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Good noise cancelling
- Comfortable fit
- Secure wing design
- Good value for money
Cons
- Charging alignment issues
- Connectivity problems
- Poor durability
- Weak microphone in noise
- Earbuds fall out
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Reflect Aero | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 3 x Pair of Different Sized Eartips | — |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 6.800000190734863 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 3★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | bluetooth, noise cancellation, wireless | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, HFP 1.8 | — |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 4 Hours | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 16 hrs | 37 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | VoiceAware | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | My JBL Headphones App | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP68 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Reflect Aero
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (78th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average sound (7th percentile)7th %ile
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
SoundPEATS H3 offers 2.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 35 specs.
