Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
92 Overall Score
vs
JBL Vibe Beam JBLVBEAMBLKAM

JBL Vibe Beam JBLVBEAMBLKAM

JBL
71 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 Vibe Beam JBLVBEAMBLKAM

92 out of 100 medium confidence 14 reviews

Users are overwhelmingly positive about these JBL earbuds, praising their comfortable fit, excellent sound quality, and long battery life. Many mention the great value for the price, with one reviewer comparing the sound favorably to much more expensive Bose buds. The only minor concerns are unanswered questions about noise reduction, waterproofing, and multi-device connectivity.

Pros
  • Comfortable fit
  • Excellent sound quality
  • Long battery life
  • Great value for price
  • Easy pairing
Cons
  • No noise reduction info
  • No waterproofing info
  • No multi-device connectivity info
👍 Sound quality 5
👍 Comfort fit 4
👍 Battery life 4
👍 Value for money 4
👍 Bluetooth range 2
👍 Ease of pairing 2

Scores

Budget
Apple
100
JBL
74
Commute
Apple
99
JBL
52
Travel
Apple
96
JBL
51
Fitness
Apple
95
JBL
41
Calls
Apple
91
JBL
52
Gaming
Apple
84
JBL
63
Music
Apple
77
JBL
53

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationJBL Vibe Beam JBLVBEAMBLKAM
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelesstrue wireless
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, LLarge, Medium, Small
Weight0.01 kg★0.05 kg
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size—8 mm★
Drivers1★—
Freq Min—20 Hz★
Freq Max—20 kHz★
Impedance140 Ω16 Ω
Sensitivity—100 dB★
Hi-Res Audio✓✓
CodecsAAC, SBCJBL Vibe Beam - True Wireless JBL Deep Bass Sound Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.2, Water & Dust Resistant, Hands-free call with VoiceAware, Up to 32 hours of battery life (Blue)
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓★✗
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓✓
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.3★5.2
Multipoint✓★✗
Wired ConnectorUSB-CBluetooth
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs8 hrs
Charge Time—2 hrs★
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1 Hour10 min for 2 hours playback
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs24 hrs
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging✓★—
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count22
NC Mic✓✓
Features
Voice AssistantSiriSiri, Google Assistant
Touch Controls✓✓
AppAndroid & iOSJBL Headphones App
Bone Conduction✗✗
Water ResistanceIP57IP54

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 (33rd percentile)

JBL Vibe Beam JBLVBEAMBLKAM

  • Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
  • Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
  • Below average build (34th percentile)

Pricing

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

No current pricing available

JBL Vibe Beam JBLVBEAMBLKAM

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 36 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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