Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
JBL Tune Buds 2
What Buyers Say
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
JBL Tune Buds 2
Overall, users appreciate the sound quality, battery life, and value for money, with many praising the JBL app customization and noise cancellation. However, there are significant complaints about earbuds falling out during physical activity, touch controls being overly sensitive, and durability issues such as one earbud stopping working or blowing out. The sentiment is mixed, with a slight positive lean due to the many positive reviews, but the negative experiences are notable and detailed.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Excellent battery life
- Good value for money
- Effective noise cancellation
- Customizable via JBL app
Cons
- Earbuds fall out during exercise
- Touch controls too sensitive
- Durability issues (one bud stops working)
- No volume control on earbuds
- Poor fit with included ear tips
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | JBL Tune Buds 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | Large, Medium, Small |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 100 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6, HFP 1.5 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 48 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Capacity | — | 68 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | JBL Headphones App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IP54 |
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 Tune Buds 2
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
JBL Tune Buds 2 offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 3 of 41 specs.
