Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
94 Overall Score
vs
JBL Live Pro 2 JBLLIVEPRO2TWSBAM

JBL Live Pro 2 JBLLIVEPRO2TWSBAM

JBL
79 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

72 out of 100 medium confidence 25 reviews

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
👍 Active noise cancellation 8
👍 Sound quality 7
🤔 Comfort and fit 9
👍 Battery life 5
👍 Heart rate sensor 3
👍 Live translation 3

JBL Live Pro 2 JBLLIVEPRO2TWSBAM

62 out of 100 high confidence 112 reviews

The JBL Live Pro 2 TWS earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, bass, noise cancellation, and build durability, with some noting they survived extreme conditions like washing machines or house fires. However, a significant number of reviewers report issues with fit (earbuds falling out), touch controls being triggered by sunlight or wind, Bluetooth connectivity problems, and reliability concerns such as one earbud dying or becoming quieter over time. Battery life is also a common complaint, with several users finding it shorter than expected.

Pros
  • Excellent sound quality
  • Powerful bass
  • Effective noise cancellation
  • Durable build
  • Comfortable fit
Cons
  • Earbuds fall out
  • Touch controls triggered by sunlight
  • Bluetooth connectivity issues
  • One earbud dies or gets quieter
  • Battery life shorter than expected
👍 Sound quality 25
🤔 Battery life 15
👎 Fit and comfort 12
👍 Noise cancellation 10
👎 Touch controls 8
👎 Bluetooth connectivity 7

Scores

Budget
Apple
100
JBL
87
Commute
Apple
99
JBL
75
Travel
Apple
96
JBL
80
Fitness
Apple
95
JBL
76
Calls
Apple
91
JBL
79
Gaming
Apple
84
JBL
75
Music
Apple
77
JBL
63

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationJBL Live Pro 2 JBLLIVEPRO2TWSBAM
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelesstrue wireless
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, L3x Different-Sized Pair of Ear Tips
Weight0.01 kg★0.06 kg
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size—11 mm★
Drivers11
Freq Min—20 Hz★
Freq Max—20 kHz★
Impedance140 Ω16 Ω
Hi-Res Audio✓★✗
CodecsAAC, SBCSBC, AAC
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Typeadaptiveadaptive
Transparency✓✓
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.3★5.2
Profiles—A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, HFP 1.7
Multipoint✓✓
Wired ConnectorUSB-CBluetooth 5
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs10 hrs★
Charge Time—2 hrs★
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1 Hour15 min for 4 hours playback
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs40 hrs★
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging✓✓
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count26★
NC Mic✓✓
Features
Voice AssistantSiriHey Google or Alexa
Touch Controls✓✓
AppAndroid & iOSJBL Headphones App
Gaming Mode—✗
Bone Conduction✗✗
Water ResistanceIP57IPX5

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 Live Pro 2 JBLLIVEPRO2TWSBAM

  • Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile

Pricing

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

No current pricing available

JBL Live Pro 2 JBLLIVEPRO2TWSBAM

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 3 of 37 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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