JBL Tune 245NC
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
What Buyers Say
JBL Tune 245NC
These JBL earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, particularly the clean bass and clear vocals. Users consistently praise the comfortable fit, secure stay during activity, and impressive battery life that lasts through a full workday. The effective microphone for calls and overall value for the price are also highlighted as major strengths.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with clean bass
- Comfortable fit for long periods
- Secure stay during workouts
- Impressive battery life
- Effective microphone for calls
Cons
- Initial fitting issues for some users
- Lack of customization app mentioned
- Unanswered questions about water resistance
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 245NC | Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | — | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 6 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 140 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 97 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 12 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15m=4hrs | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 36 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | JBL Headphones App | Android & iOS |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune 245NC
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average sound (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th 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 245NC offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 36 specs.
